Tourism Holdings Ltd Stock: Growth Driven by Campervan Boom and Electric Strategy

New Zealand company StabiX has introduced the amphibious motorhome StabiX 250, capable of traveling on both water and land. The 7.6-meter vessel features a 300-hp outboard motor for water and an all-wheel-drive Anura system with four wheels for land travel at speeds up to 9 km/h. The base price for the camper configuration starts at NZ$467,500 (approximately US$273,000).

Campervan rental at Queenstown Airport is facilitated via shuttle services from rental companies, as there are no on-site desks. Major operators include Britz, Jucy, and Maui, offering options from budget to more comfortable, with one-way drop-offs available to cities like Christchurch.

A fourth person has died from injuries sustained in a crash between a car and a campervan on State Highway 1 in Marlborough. The deceased include Belgian policy adviser Victoria Docx.

The Queenstown Lakes District Council introduced new freedom camping rules in December, restricting vehicles to 141 designated sites. Over three months, 1514 Freedom Camping Act infringements at $400 and 108 Reserves Act infringements at $800 were issued, primarily for illegal parking or overstaying. The council reported the highest number of fines since around 2019, while campers argue that demand for spaces far exceeds supply.

The Edge and LyLo are running a competition for a five-night trip in a fully equipped LyLo campervan. The winner can explore either the North or South Island, starting from Auckland or Christchurch. Entry requires completing a registration form.

Six campervan rental companies operate in Queenstown, with freedom camping restricted within town limits. Parking in the center during peak season is challenging; paid lots on Boundary Street, Camp Street, and Man Street charge 1 dollar per hour.