A spa day (or two) is the perfect antidote to exhaustion. Whether you’re worn out after hiking or skiing adventures, in need of some space from the pace, or simply suffering from travel fatigue, Queenstown’s refined spa retreats offer sanctuary. Why Queenstown Spas are Special The spa scene in…
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Queenstown is the ideal place to slow down, reconnect, and discover new ways to relax and recharge. This itinerary incorporates ideas for hot pools, spa days, yoga, biking, wine tasting, and nourishing food with plenty of time for you to explore your own interests and any spontaneous whims. Take a…
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A Rich History as a Wilderness Retreat The first travellers to our region were local Māori, who set up summer camps, hunted for food, gathered fragrant taramea grass, and journeyed to the West Coast in search of precious pounamu. By the late 1800s, European tourists began arriving, drawn to…
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The numbers at Headwaters Glenorchy Eco Lodge speak for themselves. Around 1600 sensors 400,000 litres of water saved each year. 18 x 75-metre-deep closed circuit ground source bores. Walls thicker than 30 centimetres. 45 tonnes of organic waste diverted from landfill. A flourishing garden with…
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Nothing says Christmas like the distinctive smell of a real pine tree. And for the past eight years, the team at Coronet Peak has been delivering just that. When the ski season winds down, staff swap skis for shovels and saws, taking to the hills as part of their summer operations to help restore…
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While most fishing charters rely on the steady rumble of a secondary petrol-powered trolling motor to hold position, Catch a Fish uses a state-of-the-art Garmin solar-charged electric motor. It means guests can enjoy the serenity of the Lakes Wānaka, Whakatipu and Hāwea while waiting for the fish to…
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Planning your stay in Queenstown? Whether you’re dreaming of a lakeside suite, a boutique alpine lodge, or a relaxed backpacker stay, Queenstown offers accommodation to suit every style and season. Whether you’re waking up to the sunrise over Lake Whakatipu or winding down after a day of adventure…
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Stepping off the historic TSS Earnslaw at Walter Peak High Country Farm, the first thing that strikes you isn't just the breathtaking scenery, but the pleasant aroma of fresh herbs and the sight of a flourishing vegetable garden stretching towards Lake Whakatipu. Welcome to RealNZ’s Walter Peak…
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From beginnings as a local promotion bureau to a global, regenerative-tourism brand, the evolution of Destination Queenstown’s logo traces the journey of a place and its people. Each design seeks to encapsulate Queenstown’s essence, and together, these evolutions offer a visual snapshot of the…
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Thanks to these daring, determined people, Queenstown became an adventure playground for visitors from around the globe. But it wasn’t always so. A Remote Mountain Region Before the ease of travel we now take for granted, getting to Queenstown was an challenging adventure in itself. For centuries…
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