Before the Covid crisis and the border lockdowns, Roys Peak was one of the most Instagrammed spots in New Zealand. "Tourism is vital to New Zealand’s recovery and Tourism New Zealand is focused on encouraging New Zealanders to travel domestically, do something new. Tourism Central Otago is releasing a series of short videos over the coming weeks featuring locals expressing thanks to people for choosing Central Otago for their holidays. Tourism Central Otago general manager Dylan Rushbrook said data collected showed New Zealanders had been visiting Central Otago in record numbers. "It is pretty typical of the people of Central Otago, humble and grateful to all those that support them,'' Mr Rushbrook said.

Source: Otago Daily Times January 27, 2021 15:33 UTC