Air NZ reopens lounges, boosts schedule amid eased restrictions

Air New Zealand has boosted its schedule, reopened some airport lounges, and resumed valet services as the nation transitions into Alert Level 2 restrictions amid a curb in the current COVID-19 outbreak. Under the new restrictions – which will go into effect 11:59pm Tuesday – all regions except Auckland will be able to return to school, offices, businesses, and regional travel will reopen again. “It’s encouraging to see the rest of NZ move to Alert Level 2,” said Air New Zealand chief customer and sales officer Leanne Geraghty. “Our customers can expect to see our lounges in Wellington, Christchurch, and the regions reopen; and valet services resume in Christchurch.” She said that in line with the government announcements, the lounges will operate at a capacity limit of 50 people. “We’re looking forward to giving customers across New Zealand a warm Air New Zealand welcome soon,” Geraghty said.<br/>