By Esther Small on 15 May 2013 (0 comments)
These life-like horse sculptures are the latest artworks to grace Sir Michael Hill’s growing collection on The Hills golf course near Arrowtown.
By Esther Small on 9 May 2013 (0 comments)
New Zealand Red Bull drift driver Mad Mike pushed his car to new limits in this new video when he conquered the Crown Range between Queenstown and Wanaka.
By Esther Small on 23 April 2013 (0 comments)
Aussies love Queenstown and Queenstown loves Aussies. Anzac day is just a few days away. So if you're an Aussie, Kiwi or maybe an honorary Kiwi here in town lets remember our shared history together at the first dawn service here in decades.
By Esther Small on 19 April 2013 (0 comments)
With stunning scenery, four distinct seasons, a diverse range of locations and experiences, having your wedding in the Queenstown region is the perfect romantic setting for your proposal, wedding, weekend getaway or honeymoon.
By Esther Small on 15 April 2013 (0 comments)
Local 'Great Walk' The Routeburn Track was the filming location for Air New Zealand's current viral safety video starring celebrity survivor Bear Grylls.
By Esther Small on 12 April 2013 (0 comments)
A year-round biking resort catering for beginner and intermediate riders will open at the end of this month on 400 hectares of land adjacent to Queenstown's award-winning Gibbston Valley Winery.
By Esther Small on 8 April 2013 (0 comments)
A highlight of the upcoming Arrowtown Autumn Festival is the Pie and Pint Festival – grab the opportunity to savour local gourmet pies accompanied by NZ craft beer.
By Esther Small on 14 December 2012 (0 comments)
With the launch of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey in New Zealand this week there has been plenty of talk surrounding the locations used in all the films set in Middle-earth.
By Esther Small on 5 November 2012 (0 comments)
To celebrate how easy it is to get a direct flight to Queenstown this summer
Air New Zealand are giving away a weekend getaway for two.
By Esther Small on 29 October 2012 (0 comments)
The hugely popular Remarkables Market has re-opened for its third summer season while the Arts and Crafts Market in Earnslaw Park changes to summer hours.
By Esther Small on 21 October 2012 (0 comments)
Queenstown has earned international acclaim as one of the ‘Top 5 Cities of the South Pacific’ in Condé Naste Traveler’s 2012 Readers’ Choice Awards.
By Esther Small on 17 October 2012 (0 comments)
This Labour weekend will be one for the Queenstown history books as multiple milestone celebrations take place around the region.
By Esther Small on 9 October 2012 (0 comments)
More couples are choosing Queenstown's idyllic surrounds to tie the knot.
By Esther Small on 5 October 2012 (0 comments)
The Jazzfest returns to Queenstown this Labour weekend with a great lineup of local, national and international jazz acts.
By Esther Small on 24 September 2012 (0 comments)
After two years of intense construction the 110+km Queenstown Trail is close to completion. An official opening is planned for October 18 2012.
By Esther Small on 18 September 2012 (0 comments)
A classic rock extravaganza will hit Queenstown this summer, with a triple headline act spearheaded by Pat Benatar at Gibbston Valley.
By Esther Small on 18 September 2012 (0 comments)
To celebrate the discovery of gold in our region 150 years ago, we’re giving away two trips to Queenstown, each valued at $5,000 NZD.
By Esther Small on 4 September 2012 (0 comments)
Kiwi Olympic medallists are favouring the Wakatipu to wind down from their London exploits.
By Esther Small on 27 August 2012 (0 comments)
Unveil your very own Middle-earth experience in a place that will forever keep you under its spell.
By Esther Small on 20 August 2012 (0 comments)
The Remarkables Parklife Invitational Rail Jam has some returning favourites and new stars in its line up this year with the addition of freestyle motorcross.
By Esther Small on 13 August 2012 (0 comments)
Local Queenstowner Blair Whitaker is to spend 30 nights alone on The Remarkables ski field to raise money for an avalanche dogs charity.
By Esther Small on 6 August 2012 (0 comments)
New Zealand is the home of Middle-earth as many people know and excitement is building around the November world premiere here in New Zealand of The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey.
By Esther Small on 30 July 2012 (0 comments)
It has been confirmed that Winter Games NZ 2013, to be held in Queenstown, Wanaka and Naseby 11-25 August, will host at least five World Cups.
By Esther Small on 24 July 2012 (0 comments)
The Remarkables ski area is holding the annual Burton Snowbroads, girls only snowboard and ski freestyle camps this season, with the first event being held this Saturday 28th July.
By Esther Small on 23 July 2012 (0 comments)
Simon Gault from the reality TV series MasterChef New Zealand has confirmed he will be opening a steakhouse and oyster bar in the Sofitel hotel complex.
By Esther Small on 18 July 2012 (0 comments)
Diaries Down Under is back with another winter series, releasing the first of five high definition webisodes which showcase Queenstown and the surrounding region.
By Esther Small on 10 July 2012 (0 comments)
This year’s New Zealand Mountain Film Festival has had audiences buzzing with excitement at the thrills, spills and adrenaline-inducing action on-screen in Wanaka and Queenstown during the past few days.
By Esther Small on 5 July 2012 (0 comments)
International cyclocross superstar Katie Compton has pronounced the Queenstown cyclocross course to be the most beautiful in the world.
By Esther Small on 2 July 2012 (0 comments)
The ten coolest days of winter fun, laughter and celebrations came to an end last night as thousands of people descended on Earnslaw Park for Mardi Gras.
By Esther Small on 26 June 2012 (0 comments)
Perhaps best known to Kiwis for her ''Where the bloody hell are you?'' catchphrase, Australian model Lara Bingle has touched down in Queenstown.
By Esther Small on 19 June 2012 (0 comments)
The three-day countdown to the 2012 American Express Queenstown Winter Festival has begun with construction of the American Express Wonderland Ice Rink now well underway...
By Esther Small on 11 June 2012 (0 comments)
Once again Queenstown has taken top honours 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.
By Esther Small on 6 June 2012 (0 comments)
Gibbston Valley Winery is predicting an outstanding 2012 vintage due to a dream run of summer and autumn weather that's produced a high quality of fruit this season.
By Esther Small on 24 May 2012 (0 comments)
Bring on ski season 2012... the Diaries Down Under winter teaser video is out now! The Diaries Down Under boys speak to a couple of locals about mother nature and have some of last years footage to get you pumped on another winter.
By Esther Small on 23 May 2012 (0 comments)
Trey Ratcliff, top travel photography blogger for the popular blog www.stuckincustoms.com was obviously impressed with Queenstown during his travels because he's just relocated with his family here.
By Esther Small on 18 May 2012 (0 comments)
Queenstown has enchanted English actor Sir Ian McKellen yet again while he's in New Zealand for The Hobbit filming.
By Esther Small on 16 May 2012 (0 comments)
Real Journeys is planning a week of centenary celebrations including a re-enactment voyage marking the Lady of the Lake’s official birthday, 100 years to the day of her first voyage.
By Esther Small on 14 May 2012 (1 comment)
As we pass mid May the winter buzz around town is increasing as the temperature drops and the surrounding mountains get yet another dusting of snow.
By Esther Small on 10 May 2012 (0 comments)
Indonesian 'sexy' celebrity chef Farah Quinn visited Queenstown this week with her five-year-old son and believes the outdoor environment is a major drawcard for Indonesians.
By Esther Small on 8 May 2012 (0 comments)
Kiwi celebrity chef Josh Emett and business partner Fleur Caulton launched their new restaurant, Rata in Queenstown on May 4th, entertaining 300 invited guests.
By Esther Small on 3 May 2012 (0 comments)
Queenstown has been ranked the top New Zealand destination in the Trip Advisor 2012 Travellers' Choice Awards 'Top Destinations in the South Pacific.'
By Esther Small on 23 April 2012 (0 comments)
This week Gibbston Valley Wines is celebrating the 25th anniversary of commercial grape harvesting in Central Otago.
By Esther Small on 16 April 2012 (0 comments)
The hottest new destination in southern hemisphere riding, the Queenstown Bike Park is celebrating success as its first full season draws to a close with kudos from international biking stars and rides passing the 100,000 mark.
By Esther Small on 29 March 2012 (0 comments)
Hollywood movie star Don Cheadle, a celebrity playing in the New Zealand PGA Pro-Am Championship this weekend is blown away by Queenstown.
By Esther Small on 22 March 2012 (0 comments)
Parts of Queenstown’s CBD will become a movie set this week as the ‘Top of the Lake’ mini series begins filming street scenes.
By Esther Small on 20 March 2012 (0 comments)
The programme for the 2012 Queenstown Winter Festival is filling up with some fantastic events. Win a chance to come down and experience Queenstown's world-famous celebration of the start of winter!
By Esther Small on 16 March 2012 (0 comments)
The rumours have been confirmed - Flight of the Conchords are coming to Queenstown!
By Esther Small on 14 March 2012 (0 comments)
Just released! Watch Stan Walker's new music video - 'Music Won't Break Your Heart', a lot of the footage was filmed around the Wakatipu region. Keep your eyes peeled for scenes of the Kingston Flyer, the Glenorchy area and from Coronet Peak.
By Esther Small on 12 March 2012 (0 comments)
The temperate weather on Saturday was perfect for competing during the 2012 Motatapu Adventure Race.
By Esther Small on 6 March 2012 (1 comment)
Dong Xuan, a popular Chinese film star, visited Queenstown last week and she loved it so much that she'd like to live here!
By Esther Small on 2 March 2012 (0 comments)
How would you spend $5,000 NZ on an amazing Queenstown holiday?
By Esther Small on 1 March 2012 (0 comments)
The Queen's representative in Australia, her excellency Governor General Ms Quentin Bryce AC CVO joined New Zealand's Governor General Jerry Mataparae on a whirlwind state visit to Queenstown.
By Esther Small on 22 February 2012 (0 comments)
Stan Walker was heating up the rails on Saturday filming part of his new music video on the Kingston Flyer steam train.
By Esther Small on 20 February 2012 (0 comments)
The crowds were treated to truckloads of thrills and spills at the 'Red Bull Roast It' BMX Dirt Jump Comnpetition at the QMTBC Gorge Road Jump Park in Queenstown.
By Esther Small on 20 February 2012 (0 comments)
Bright sails dotted Lake Wakatipu as 27 yachts competed in the 33rd Don Hay Classic Yacht Race from Kingston to Queenstown on Saturday.
By Esther Small on 27 January 2012 (0 comments)
The long summer days, lush green vineyards and cool nights made summer the perfect time to visit the Gibbston Valley to taste some of the fabulous wines grown in the region.
By Esther Small on 12 January 2012 (0 comments)
There's an abundance of great events happening in Queenstown in the next few months... you might need to visit more than once!
By Esther Small on 9 December 2011 (0 comments)
Fireworks and festivals, it's all happening around the Wakatipu region during the New Year's period.
By Esther Small on 7 December 2011 (0 comments)
The festive season is now upon us and Queenstown is a great spot to base yourself for a real kiwi Christmas.
By Esther Small on 21 September 2011 (0 comments)
I really enjoy a good bike ride. There’s nothing better than a weekend ride around the trails of Queenstown.
By Esther Small on 14 September 2011 (0 comments)
Reality stars, famous politicians and sports stars have been talking about it. Steven Fry, the British actor, has been tweeting about it and the Irish and English rugby teams can’t get enough of it. What’s it?
Queenstown!
By Esther Small on 9 September 2011 (0 comments)
Everyone agrees Queenstown is a photographer's paradise.
By Esther Small on 2 September 2011 (0 comments)
The Kingston Flyer, a vintage steam train and an iconic South Island attraction, is set to be back on the tracks and running again by late October after sitting idle for nearly three years.
By Esther Small on 24 August 2011 (1 comment)
With just over two weeks until kick off, Rugby World Cup 2011 fever is starting to build around Queenstown and the rest of New Zealand. Yesterday Graham Henry, the All Blacks coach, announced the All Blacks squad for the big event.
By Esther Small on 12 August 2011 (0 comments)
It’s time to party! 100% Pure Winter Games are cranking up the action off-mountain this year with a festival celebrating music, comedy, film, theatre, food and wine, extreme sports and rail jams.
By Esther Small on 3 August 2011 (0 comments)
We’re getting excited as we head into the final countdown for the 100% Pure New Zealand Winter Games 2011.
By Esther Small on 26 July 2011 (1 comment)
Planning a trip to Queenstown? Why not add some uniquely kiwi elements to your holiday.
By Esther Small on 12 July 2011 (2 comments)
Eight years after the last film from the’ Lord of the Rings’ trilogy was released, New Zealand is back once again as ‘Middle Earth’ with production for ‘The Hobbit’ movies in full swing.
By Esther Small on 1 July 2011 (0 comments)
Visitors and locals alike enjoyed blue skies and rocking tunes up Coronet Peak during the Queenstown Winter Festival Coronet Concert.
By Esther Small on 16 June 2011 (0 comments)
Queenstown will roll out the welcome mat and join the party to celebrate all things Kiwi when the REAL New Zealand Festival kicks off for Rugby World Cup 2011.
By Esther Small on 13 June 2011 (0 comments)
A stellar lineup of legendary rugby superstars are heading to Queenstown later this year for a ‘classic’ feature match that promises to ignite old rivalries.
By Esther Small on 31 May 2011 (0 comments)
The Southern Hemisphere’s biggest winter party is about to get sexy with a little inspiration from Hollywood’s latest smash hit musical, Burlesque.
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