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Blog posts from 2012
Blanket Bay Voted New Zealand’s No. 1 Luxury Lodge
By Ben Chapman on 10 September 2012 (1 comment)
Blanket Bay continues to retain its international ranking as New Zealand’s top lodge with prestigious USA-based Hideaways International naming Blanket Bay the Number 1 lodge in New Zealand.
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By Louise Jennis on 31 August 2012 (0 comments)
Spring Trade Remarks from Destination Queenstown
Ongoing success for South Island tourism operator
By Louise Jennis on 22 August 2012 (0 comments)
Premier South Island tourism company Southern Discoveries has again cemented its position as an industry leader with a trifecta of accolades.
Talent levels high at 2012 Parklife Invitational
By Ben Chapman on 17 August 2012 (0 comments)
The Remarkables Parklife Invitational has some returning favourites and new stars this year. The annual winter rail jam is being relocated to the Queenstown Recreation Ground on August 25th. The new venue will include freestyle motor cross (FMX).
It’s ‘Party Time’ for DNA Gay Ski Week Queenstown
By Louise Jennis on 16 August 2012 (0 comments)
The countdown is on to the start of the Southern Hemisphere’s largest Winter Pride event, kicking off in Queenstown next week.
Skyline Star Gazing: Queenstown skies perfect setting for new star gazing experience
By Louise Jennis on 16 August 2012 (0 comments)
The clear, unpolluted skies of Queenstown will provide the perfect setting for Skyline Queenstown’s new stargazing experience launching later this month.
Kingston Flyer steam train on track for bumper summer
By Ben Chapman on 1 August 2012 (0 comments)
New Zealand’s most iconic steam train is gearing up for its second season on the rails following a winter-long maintenance campaign.
Mid season snow sets up Queenstown Ski Areas
By Ben Chapman on 31 July 2012 (0 comments)
The last 24 hours has produced a good base of snow at Coronet Peak and The Remarkables ski areas in Queenstown.
QUADRUPLE BUNGY THRILLS FOR 75-YEAR-OLD IRISH GRANDMOTHER
By Ben Chapman on 30 July 2012 (0 comments)
75 year old Kathy McDonough from Northern Ireland has been dubbed a real legend by AJ Hackett Bungy crew after she completed all four of their NZ Bungy jumps during the past two weeks.
Winter sports world elite head to New Zealand
By Ben Chapman on 20 July 2012 (0 comments)
Winter Games NZ 2013 is set to be the largest and most prestigious international snow sports event held in New Zealand with confirmation the Games will host at least five World Cups.
Travel+Leisure USA - Sofitel ‘World's Best’ List
By Ben Chapman on 11 July 2012 (0 comments)
Sofitel Queenstown Hotel & Spa has been listed by respected American magazine Travel+Leisure in their 2012 World’s Best Awards as one of the top City Hotels in Australia, New Zealand, and the South Pacific.
Mt Rosa Winery and Tiger Woods - the perfect score
By Ben Chapman on 6 July 2012 (0 comments)
Owners of a Central Otago vineyard are ‘charging their glasses’ with news that a bottle of their wine has received the highest price ever paid for a bottle of New Zealand wine.
Free Wifi at Nzone Dropzone
By Louise Jennis on 6 July 2012 (0 comments)
Free wifi has been installed at the dropzone for all of our customers and spectators to use and it’s working great.
Going above and beyond – all in a day’s work for Queenstown businesses
By Louise Jennis on 2 July 2012 (0 comments)
The conscientious owners of a Queenstown holiday park know that longevity in the industry is about more than just campsites and van nights.
Historic 18-year concession gives helicopter company competitive edge
By Louise Jennis on 27 June 2012 (0 comments)
Queenstown-based helicopter company Heli Tours has been granted an historic 18-year permit multi conservancy concession for heli landings, the first of its kind permitted by the Department of Conservation.
New Snow school holiday fun at Coronet Peak & The Remarkables
By Ben Chapman on 26 June 2012 (0 comments)
Over 30cm of new snow has fallen on Coronet Peak and 20cm on the Remarkables overnight providing excellent conditions in time for the School Holidays.
Ten coolest days in New Zealand to kick off in Queenstown
By Ben Chapman on 22 June 2012 (0 comments)
New Zealand’s 10 coolest days of the year will kick off in downtown Queenstown tonight when the 2012 American Express Queenstown Winter Festival gets underway.
Queenstown Holiday Park recognised for green initiatives
By Ben Chapman on 20 June 2012 (0 comments)
Queenstown’s environmentally conscious holiday park continues to be a trailblazer in sustainability innovation following recent national and international recognition.
Wakatipu Grill Finalist for Restaurant of the Year
By Louise Jennis on 18 June 2012 (0 comments)
Wakatipu Grill has been nominated as a finalist in the prestigious Cuisine 2012 NZ Restaurant of the Year Awards.
One of New Zealand’s Great Walks adds new level of comfort
By Louise Jennis on 18 June 2012 (0 comments)
New Zealand’s premier guided walking company, Ultimate Hikes has announced the availability of private ensuite rooms on its Routeburn Track Guided Walk.
Queenstown polls as number one destination for Kiwis
By Louise Jennis on 18 June 2012 (0 comments)
Queenstown has polled as the number one destination for Kiwi travellers according to a survey of 17,000 New Zealanders by Travelbug, the travel website run by Trade Me.
The Remarkables ski area opens in Queenstown
By Ben Chapman on 18 June 2012 (0 comments)
Blue skies and lots of smiles made for a picture perfect opening day at The Remarkables ski area in Queenstown on Saturday (June 16).
Winter Trade Remarks from Destination Queenstown
By Louise Jennis on 5 June 2012 (0 comments)
Quarterly update from Destination Queenstown’s Trade team
Iconic tourism operator Nomad Safaris invests in new 4WD fleet
By Louise Jennis on 1 June 2012 (0 comments)
One of New Zealand’s most established 4WD tour operators is investing in a new fleet of Land Cruisers to take passengers into some of the country’s most stunning backcountry in the latest comfort, safety and style.
Hollyford Track Announces Scenic Helicopter Flight Addition For 2012/2013
By Louise Jennis on 1 June 2012 (0 comments)
Hollyford Track Guided Walks, one of New Zealand’s premier guided walks, is adding the ‘wow’ factor to its walks with the inclusion of a new scenic helicopter flight from the start of the 2012 summer season.
Two rivers, twice the excitement – Queenstown’s Kawarau Jet rebrands
By Louise Jennis on 1 June 2012 (0 comments)
Two rivers, twice the excitement, an hour of sheer power -- Queenstown’s Kawarau Jet has re-branded as K Jet to reflect a ‘once in a lifetime’ ride of speed, spins and spectacular scenery.
Shotover Jet launches new jet boats
By Louise Jennis on 1 June 2012 (0 comments)
One of the greatest icons of New Zealand tourism has reinforced its status as a world leader in commercial jet boating with the development of a new custom-designed ‘Big Red’ jet boat.
Sacred Stone Welcomes visitors to Dart River Jet Safaris
By Louise Jennis on 1 June 2012 (0 comments)
A sacred Maori pounamu stone now welcomes visitors to Dart River Jet Safaris’ Glenorchy Visitor Centre, the starting point for New Zealand’s most sensational journey.
Heli-tours, like never before
By Louise Jennis on 1 June 2012 (0 comments)
From farm musterer and manager to owner of Queenstown helicopter company Heli Tours – Paul Mitchell is a fifth-generation real-life Southern Man.
Eichardt’s - a collection of divine accommodation in central Queenstown
By Louise Jennis on 1 June 2012 (0 comments)
Eichardt’s Private Hotel offers ‘the whole package’ when it comes to exquisite holiday accommodation in Queenstown with the recent launch of the new Eichardt’s Residence.
TSS Earnslaw makeover for 100th birthday celebrations
By Ben Chapman on 23 May 2012 (0 comments)
The TSS Earnslaw heritage steamship is being primed for her 100th birthday during the next five weeks after being slipped on to her purpose-built slip at Kelvin Grove in Lake Wakatipu for her biennial survey.
New CEO announced for Destination Queenstown
By Ben Chapman on 17 May 2012 (0 comments)
Chairman Mark Quickfall announced on Monday (14 May) that Destination Queenstown’s current General Manager of Marketing Graham Budd has been appointed the new Chief Executive of the regional tourism organisation.
New seasons trail improvements at Coronet Peak and The Remarkables
By Ben Chapman on 16 May 2012 (0 comments)
Improvements at Coronet Peak and The Remarkables ski areas for the upcoming 2012 season are aimed at skiers, snowboarders, kids and racers.
Queenstown Winter Festival – winter starts here!
By Louise Jennis on 19 April 2012 (0 comments)
One of the best times of year to visit Queenstown, see the landscape in all its glory and experience its electric atmosphere is during the American Express Queenstown Winter Festival at the end of June.
Autumn Trade Remarks from Destination Queenstown
By Louise Jennis on 7 March 2012 (0 comments)
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