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David Beeche on RealNZ’s Carbon-Zero Mission: Blending Tourism with Conservation Efforts
Ever wondered how tourism can blend seamlessly with conservation efforts? Join us as we chat with David Beeche, the trailblazing CEO of RealNZ, who shares his compelling journey from organizing major events to spearheading a tourism company that’s on a mission to become the world's first carbon-zero destination by 2030. Get ready to uncover the secrets behind RealNZ's post-COVID recovery strategies, the challenges posed by labor shortages and housing issues, and the revitalization of key international markets like the US and Australia. David also opens up about his passion for conservation, detailing initiatives like bird recovery programs and the ambitious plan to reintroduce the Takahē into the Greenstone Valley. Spending his first six months in the picturesque Queenstown Lakes region, David reflects on how this stunning locale shapes his vision for RealNZ. We discuss the importance of enhancing transport infrastructure to elevate the tourist experience and the community's warm embrace of tourism, despite the pressures of growth.
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Ever wondered how tourism can blend seamlessly with conservation efforts? Join us as we chat with David Beeche, the trailblazing CEO of RealNZ, who shares his compelling journey from organizing major events to spearheading a tourism company that’s on a mission to become the world's first carbon-zero destination by 2030. Get ready to uncover the secrets behind RealNZ's post-COVID recovery strategies, the challenges posed by labor shortages and housing issues, and the revitalization of key international markets like the US and Australia. David also opens up about his passion for conservation, detailing initiatives like bird recovery programs and the ambitious plan to reintroduce the Takahē into the Greenstone Valley. Spending his first six months in the picturesque Queenstown Lakes region, David reflects on how this stunning locale shapes his vision for RealNZ. We discuss the importance of enhancing transport infrastructure to elevate the tourist experience and the community's warm embrace of tourism, despite the pressures of growth.
https://wanakaapp.nz/news/news? #TheOutlet #LoveLiveLocal #TheWanakaApp