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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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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In a world where bigger is better and more is never enough, the Natural Selection Tour (NST) is in a league of its own. On February 15th, Queenstown will host the top riders from across the globe for the very first NST Mountain Bike Event. The stage? A regeneration project only slightly modified to…
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Established to protect local heritage back in 1948, Lakes District Museum was housed in the Ballarat Hotel’s Billards Room, close to the site of the Arrowtown Bakery. Seven years later, the museum moved to its current site on the corner of Buckingham and Wiltshire Streets, the former home of the…
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Visit the Lakes District Museum Travel back in time at the Lakes District Museum. Displays explore Māori history in the region, European colonisation, and the gold rush. The museum complex is built around the town’s original bank, old stables, and an 1875 bakery with a brick oven. The basement has…
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This five-day itinerary introduces you to a thrilling range of low impact adrenaline activities set in Queenstown’s stunning alpine landscape. Push your personal boundaries as much as you dare, with a range of adventures for all ages from mild to wild, confident in the knowledge our exceptional…
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This guide isn’t just for you if you’re feeling budget conscious. Often the best way to connect with a place and have more authentic experiences is simply to slow down, stay longer, and do the things the locals do every day. If you like this guide, you might also enjoy our guide to living like a…
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