MANAWATU
Smart, modern, world-class facilities, an international airport, and great accommodation options make Manawatu an ideal destination for executive retreats, seminars, AGMs, expos, conferences and events.
Delegates love the 'Manawatu Experience' which starts from a warm welcome from Destination Manawatu, authentic New Zealand experiences, quirky activities, outdoor adventure, pamper workshops, award-winning gardens and so much more.
Well located in central New Zealand, and home to Palmerston North International Airport just 5.5km from the CBD, Palmerston North city is easily accessed by road and air.
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Drive Times
- Wellington 2 hours
- Taupo 3 hours
- Napier 2.5 hours
- New Plymouth 3 hours
Flight Times
- Auckland 1 hour
- Wellington 30 mins
- Christchurch 1.15 hours
Palmerston North is also home to New Zealand's first dedicated convention centre - Convention Centre Palmerston North, which is situated right next to the beautiful inner city park, The Square.
Treasure hunts, quad biking, jet boating, Girls' Day Out shopping tours, heritage trails, hot laps in mini stocks and super V8s, and The Herb Farm pamper workshops are just some of the great activities available to delegates and their partners. Tailored itineraries are a specialty.
See the Conferences section of the Destination Manawatu website for more information, or call Katherine or Julie. A conference facilities index, up-to-date newsletter and a range of handy fact sheets are available. They welcome your enquiry and look forward to assisting.