Rugby World Cup New Zealand
The biggest show on planet rugby is going to be arriving on the shores of NZ and with a a well and truly needed boost to the local economy in terms of tourism. Some tourism providers have been criticised for trebling prices in some instances, particularly greedy hotel owners in Auckland.
There will be many coming from South Africa too, Mike Jaspers, the communications manager of the organising committee, on Tuesday said that a number of former SA citizens would also make the trip.
“Our expectation is that about 5 000 South Africans will travel here based on current ticket sales,” Jaspers said “In addition we expect a number of expats to travel from countries such as Australia.”
The main destination will be Auckland as it is hosting the most games along with Wellington too. Christchurch unfortunately will be missing out due to damage that occured to the Jade Stadium during the earthquakes.