As the months roll on quickly in 2014, the TRNZ clients have all been busy preparing for the upcoming summer season.  We have some major announcements to share this month - read on for more:

• Rob Finlayson joins TRNZ as Key Account Manager
• Hamilton Gardens wins prestigious award
• Christmas Party options at Agroventures
• The Barn & The Farmhouse enhance Agrodome’s offerings

Rob Finlayson joins Tourism Results NZ

Bringing over 25 years of tourism experience with him, TRNZ is pleased to announce the arrival of Rob Finlayson to the team.

Now combined, Tourism Results NZ offers its clients over 45 years of tourism experience, something that can’t be offered by any other Tourism Marketing & Representation company.

Having spent the last 5 years working as the Business Development Manager for Inbound Tour Companies, Leisure Time Tours & Travel Time South Pacific, he resides Hamilton with his wife and two children. Previous companies Rob has worked for over these years includes Rainbow Springs Wildlife Park (Ngai Tahu Tourism), Lake Plaza Rotorua Hotel (now part of the Sudima Hotels Group), Mitchell Corp NZ, DFS Galleria and was a founding employee of the Regent Auckland Hotel.

Rob is charged with marketing & promoting the Tourism Results NZ clients businesses to a much wider Inbound database now, who specialise in Group Touring, FIT’s, Incentive Group Travel and the Cruise sector in Auckland and throughout the rest of the country.

Hamilton Gardens - Wins International Garden of the Year Award

Tourism Results NZ are proud to announce that Hamilton Gardens have just been awarded the ‘International Garden of the Year Award’

The annual award is presented to gardens that distinguish themselves in the development and promotion of the garden experience as a tourism attraction.  The win was announced earlier this month as part of the 2014 Garden Tourism Awards held at the International Conference Gardens Without Limits conference in Metz, France.

Previous winners have included the Singapore Botanic Garden - which is currently applying for UNESCO World Heritage Status - and the Gardens of Trauttmansdorff Castle in Merano, Italy.

Hamilton Gardens Director Dr Peter Sergel says: “Many local individuals and organisations have contributed to the creation of Hamilton Gardens, and this is some well-deserved recognition for what they have achieved. There is a lot more garden development still to occur and we’re constantly improving the way we do things. However this international award confirms we’re on the right track.”

Hamilton Gardens’ concept of tracing The Story of Gardens through different civilisations and time is considered internationally unique. This concept was recognised by award juror Michel Gauthier, who said the award from industry peers indicated Hamilton Gardens was “a leading example of integrating quality garden experiences to the tourism industry”.

This is a major accomplishment for Hamilton Gardens and TRNZ would like to take this opportunity to congratulate them on the achievement.

Staff Christmas Party at Agroventures

NZ’s premier adventure park presents the Xtreme Staff Christmas Party. Whether it be hiring the park, team building, amazing races or more. They have something for everyone from Speed Demons and Adrenalin Junkies to those looking for a more low key experience.

Let Agroventures create a memorable event for your team, full of fun and adventure that will be talked about for years to come!

Options include: Swoop, Freefall Xtreme, Rotorua Bungy, Agrojet, Shweeb.

From $40pp
For bookings email

Agrodome adds The Barn & The Farmhouse

Ideally suited for groups, functions and special events. The Barn and The Farmhouse are welcomed additions to the Agrodome complex.

The Barn
A rustic barn setting with views out over the pastures. This versatile venue is suited to a range of events from group lunches, dinners and weddings.  Indoor activities for team building or private sheep show can also be catered for in the Barn. A rustic bar, garden water feature and outdoor picnic seating area are part of this venue.  Adjacent to the Farmhouse these venues can be used in conjunction with each other for larger groups.
Capacity – Theatre style 200, Banquet 150, Cocktail 200
 
The Farmhouse
A traditional farmhouse, well suited to smaller group events or celebrations.  Full kitchen is available with this venue.  Full of character - an open fire adds a homely warmth to the venue in the cooler months and outdoor terraces and picnic area maximises the available area in the summer months. Create your own theme in this versatile venue from vintage country to a more modern style. You will be limited only by your own imagination.
Capacity: Theatre 45, Banquet 45, Cocktail 60

That is all for October, if you require trainings, rates or further product information, please contact me.

Keep an eye out for the next newsletter.

Jason Baker