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Discover Queenstown
Adrenaline Kick: Test Your Limits in Queenstown
There is a reason Queenstown is known as the adventure capital of the world. Gather your courage and discover why first hand.
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Family Fun in Queenstown
From blood-pumping thrills, to scenic bike rides, Queenstown has all ages and stages covered for your next family holiday.
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Five Reasons to go Skiing for a Long Weekend
Round up your friends for a long weekend, escape the everyday, and find some freedom on Queenstown’s ski fields this winter.
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A Week of Total Indulgence in Paradise
Reward yourself with wine experiences, air adventures, delicious food and more, with this week long itinerary of indulgence in Queenstown.
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How Queenstown Became the Adventure Capital of the World
Queenstown was carved out of the land by glaciers, rivers and lakes, but it has been shaped by innovative adventurers and pioneers from all over the world who made this place home.
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Five Reasons Why Queenstown is an Epic Winter Holiday Destination
Whether you have an appetite for adventure, you’re in search of fresh powder and a few brews, or you just want to get away from the everyday, Queenstown in winter is unlike anywhere else in New Zealand.
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10 Things To Do in Winter
Located in the heart of the Southern Alps, Queenstown is a true alpine destination where you can enjoy all the things we love about winter. Here are some of our favourite things.
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10 Beautiful Day Walks in Queenstown
Some light exercise is rewarded by spectacular views of Queenstown and its surrounds. Choose from these great little walks and enjoy a new outlook.
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Things to do in Queenstown after dark
The fun doesn’t stop when the sun goes down in Queenstown! Here’s some inspiration for how to make the most of Queenstown after dark.
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Queenstown's Most Instagrammable Locations
Queenstown is one of those places that will inspire even the most inexperienced photographer to become an Instagram addict for the week.
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Four mountains, four ways
Skiers and snowboarders heading to Queenstown are seriously spoilt for choice with not one, not two but four world-class ski areas. Whether you’re looking for steep and deep, family friendly, stunning views or terrain park paradise, there is a ski field for you and your skill level.
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Alice Robinson: Growing up on Coronet Peak
To celebrate the end of a great winter, we met with Alice Robinson, local alpine ski racer and Winter Olympian. Discover why Queenstown was a special...
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The Graham brothers: Queenstown's coolest office
Originally hailing from Bermuda, Ted and Dan Graham’s love affair with Queenstown started in 2001 when the brothers travelled the South Island,...
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Fleur Caulton: The essence of life
Fleur Caulton is a strong believer that food makes life fun, she’d even go so far as to say “food is the essence of life and most of us live to eat”.
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Sam Chapman: Creating a sustainable community
Meet Sam Chapman, co-founder of Sherwood Queenstown. Discover his passion for people, community and sustainability and how this has formed the ethos...
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Queenstown, the Southern Hemisphere's premier four season lake and alpine resort
Welcome to the official Queenstown New Zealand website. Feel inspired by Queenstown’s stunning scenery, huge range of activities and renowned warm welcome. Surrounded by majestic mountains and set on the shores of crystal clear Lake Wakatipu, the natural beauty and the unique energy of the region create the perfect backdrop for a holiday full of adventure, discovery and rejuvenation. You’ll find everything you need to plan your next trip to Queenstown, from accommodation options and where to eat, to the endless array of things to do and a full calendar of events all year round.