Country Lane 26 Hansen Road, Frankton This charming collection of boutique stores and cafés inhabits a cluster of relocated heritage buildings and rustic farm sheds. There are gardens, beehives, crafts, and goats. The slow pace, community feel, and creative atmosphere lends itself to a dreamy…
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In this guide, we’ll introduce you to Queenstown’s three main markets – sharing the vibe, the stalls and the local favourites you won’t want to miss. Whether you’re hunting for artisan treats, handcrafted goods, or just a taste of local life, let us be your insider guide. Queenstown Market WHERE:…
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"I do back-to-back winters, usually skiing at Cardrona while I'm here, then up to the Northern Hemisphere during our summer. After big stints on the road, it's always good to be home." Ruby's love for skiing started at a young age, and a decisive family move opened the door for that love to become a…
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This winter, choose a ski holiday that's all-encompassing and easy. Choose somewhere with everything you need right outside your door. Choose Queenstown and Wānaka, where skiing is the main course but is certainly not served à la carte. Here, we blend world-class skiing with unique off-mountain…
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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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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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