Queenstown is a scenic town tucked beneath the Southern Alps, with sweeping views of the jagged ridgeline known as The Remarkables. It sits on the shores of Lake Whakatipu, a sparkling remnant of an ancient glacier. Often called the adventure capital of New Zealand, it’s the kind of place where…
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This region is bursting with things to do, making it the ideal destination for adventure seekers and outdoor enthusiasts of all interests and abilities. From the snowy mountains to buzzing towns, visiting Queenstown and Wānaka this winter is the perfect way to burn off steam and recharge without the…
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The Queenstown and Wānaka region is the ideal spot to visit this winter. A place where the movement between mountain and town is seamless. The definition of Flow State. With two towns and four mountains within ninety minutes of one another, this area is brimming with something for everyone, both on…
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Originally from Taranaki, Jack grew up on a strict diet of hard work and adrenaline. "We lived on a goat farm in New Plymouth, where there was only one mountain super close with a little T-Bar. I started snowboarding when I was 12; my family would come down to Queenstown and Wānaka for as many trips…
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"I was born in England and started skiing when I was two and half years old in Switzerland. My parents were doing back-to-back winters at the time, so they would take me over. It was good to start early. Then, we moved here when I was three." High school found Blake elsewhere, but the pull of this…
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Sam’s hospitality journey began long before Postmasters. Growing up in the UK, he was surrounded by a family culture of “cooking what you grew” and making the most of seasonal produce from the garden. That early experience shaped his attitude toward food and waste. As a young child, he felt a…
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Casual, cosy Wānaka bars, breweries and tasting rooms After a day carving fresh powder off piste at Treble Cone, hitting the terrain park at Cardrona, or cross-country skiing through the Pisa Range at Snow Farm, it’s important to know where to go for a relaxed après ski drink. There are some…
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The skiing and snowboarding are world-class, but there’s so much more waiting beyond the chairlifts. From snowshoeing through quiet alpine meadows to unwinding in a lakeside sauna, Wānaka is bursting with winter experiences for every type of traveller. Here’s your guide to making the most of Wānaka…
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From wide groomers and terrain parks to legendary freeride zones and heli-skiing adventures, this is where variety meets thrill. Whether you're chasing powder days, après vibes, or big alpine views, this 7-day itinerary blends the best of both worlds—seamlessly. Day 1: Get your ski legs at Cardrona…
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Norwegian goldminers first introduced skiing to the district, making rustic skis to get to their diggings through the winter snows. But it wasn’t until 1968 that Wānaka’s first commercial ski area opened at Treble Cone, with Cardrona following in 1978. Today Wānaka ski resorts also include Snow…
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