We follow the reasons for the first Maori then the European visitors seeking the valuable opportunities this most beautiful place offers.

We explore the attractions and how they have been developed.  There are the add on tourism businesses to explore some are very successful.

The first residents here fostered tourism and their stories teach us the inspiring benefits of endurance, building skills, forethought and alpine navigation skills. 

We watch the development of a large multi facet tourist industry that is continually evolving.

We explore the proposals in the pipeline for further development