Convention & Incentives
New Zealand is a fantastic convention and incentive destination.
A dedicated and well-respected police force and security personnel, political stability, and a respected position of neutrality in foreign policy all add up to an enviable level of security. The nation has comfortably accommodated the security needs of many well-known dignitaries from all corners of the world.
New Zealand also offers an impressive level of professionalism in conference and incentive organisation. As a popular destination for corporate events, the nation is well prepared to meet your needs and you'll find that local organisers are experienced and flexible. They reflect the can-do attitude of New Zealanders - who are known for doing whatever it takes to transcend expectations.
Assistance in planning your conference or incentive is easy to find. Conventions and Incentives New Zealand is an organisation offering free assistance in planning your event. To find out what they can offer you, see their websites www.conventionsnz.com or www.incentivesnz.com, or contact the relevant regional Convention Bureau.
Technical support is also of the highest standard. New Zealand has a high-quality infrastructure that reflects its position as a first-world nation. Excellent transport, telecommunications, broadcasting and printing services complement a clean environment offering good quality air, water and food. And favourable exchange rates for those from many other nations, including Europe, the USA and Australia, make it great value.
New Zealand offers an impressive array of facilities for the conference or incentive planner. Whatever the scale of your event, you'll have no trouble finding the right venue. In major cities you'll find purpose-designed, state of the art facilities that will accommodate the largest functions with ease. For smaller functions, take your pick from a myriad of conference centres, often conveniently located in accommodation complexes, scattered the length of the country.
If you're looking for a place where your delegates can get down to business in isolation or enjoy a rejuvenating retreat from the rest of the world, you'll be pleased to know that there are many conference venues located in stunning scenery and well off the beaten track. And whether you're looking for a way to refresh your delegates before the next day's programme or rest and relaxation is the major purpose of your planning, be assured that you've come to the right place. New Zealand offers an impressive array of activities to suit everyone from the thrill-seeker to the person seeking peace and quiet. Bungy-jumping, jetboating, fishing, golfing, walking or soaking in a hot mineral pool are just a few of the many activities available. Of course, just taking in the stunning scenery of this antipodean paradise may be entertainment enough!
CONVENTION & INCENTIVES NEW ZEALAND - New Zealand Convention Association
Conventions Incentives New Zealand is an organisation offering free assistance to conference and incentive planners. See www.conventionsnz.com and www.incentivesnz.com for a wealth of information. Both sites are updated regularly and offer links to regional members covering all parts of New Zealand. They are designed as a one-stop shop for conference and incentive planners.
Conventions & Incentives New Zealand also organises an annual convention and incentive exhibition. The Meetings Exhibition, held in June or July each year, includes a Hosted Buyer Programme for domestic and international meeting planners, comprising sponsored airfares, accommodation, food and beverage, as well as access to the exhibition and all gala events. It also offers buyers the opportunity to take hosted post-exhibition tours around New Zealand.
You'll have no problem satisfying the appetites of your delegates. New Zealand is renowned for high quality natural produce from land and sea. Talented chefs turn this produce into fine cuisine. One of the particular specialities in this part of the world is fusion cooking - a combination of influences from around the Pacific that has caught on in restaurants in style capitals around the world, but finds its supreme form here in its natural home. New Zealand is also lauded for premium homegrown beers and wines.
And at the end of the day, rest assured that your delegates will rest well in quality accommodation. From the ultimate in luxury lodge accommodation, to international-style hotels or comfortable and good-value motels, there's an option here to suit your needs. New Zealand offers security, professionalism and a vast array of activities, combined with world-class accommodation against a backdrop of some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. It's no surprise that New Zealand is becoming an increasingly popular destination for high profile political leaders and celebrities wanting a temporary escape from their demanding lifestyles. Whether you're planning a convention or an incentive, and whether you're planning for 10 delegates or 1000, you've come to the right place.