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Glenorchy and Dart River: gateway to paradise
They’ll tell you when you’re standing at the confluence and delta of the Rees and Dart rivers that you’re only...
Drink in the charm of the Glenorchy boathouse and historic wharf. © Miz Watanabe
Queenstown TOP 10 Holiday Park Visit website
Kia ora and welcome to Queenstown TOP 10, situated in picturesque Arthurs Point just a quick 6 minutes drive from downtown Queenstown and a short . . . More . . .
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Glenorchy and Dart River: gateway to paradise
Glenorchy is a picturesque spot, backed by the craggy, snow-capped grandeur that is the interior of the Mount Aspiring National Park. And there’s fun to be had in the area. Lots of it. Read the story . . .
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$210
Clearbrook Motels Visit website
Spacious motel apartments that are only 2 minutes walk to the lakefront, shops, restaurants and supermarket. There is free unlimited fast Wi Fi, My Sky . . . More . . .
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Wānaka: kicking the autumn leaves
Lake Wānaka is an aquatic playground for anglers, water-skiers, jet-boaters, sailors, swimmers and windsurfers... and more. And then there's autumn... Read the story . . .
Queenstown Lakeview Holiday Park Visit website
Closest Holiday Park to the centre of town The Most Central Holiday Park in Queenstown!! Just a 4-minute walk to restaurants and shops. . . . More . . .
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Night skiing at Coronet Peak
Few people find themselves out in the mountains at night, so quite apart from the skiing, just being on the slopes under the stars is an unusual and affecting experience. Read the story . . .
Abba Court Motel Visit website
A short walk to our picturesque mountain village, plenty of restaurants, cafés and great shopping. 10 x studio, 1 and 2-bedroom units, sleep up to 6. . . . More . . .
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Queenstown: the sky’s the limit
You feel pretty brave, standing there on the edge, your toes dangling in the void, the river moving lazily 100 metres below. Read the story . . .
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Things to doShotover Jet Visit website
Shotover Jet is world famous as the ultimate jet boat experience, thrilling millions of people since 1965, and now it's your turn! Take a unique, . . . More . . .
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The not-so-distant summit: day hikes to mountain tops
Mountain climbing doesn’t just have to be for the experienced or those inclined to take risks. There are plenty of spectacular summits in New Zealand that can be reached with little more than the right provisions, a propensity for physical exercise and common sense. Read the story . . .
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$40
Mt Aspiring Holiday Park Visit website
Mt Aspiring Holiday Park offers a wide variety of accommodation that suits every budget, from powered & non-powered sites, to cabins & self contained units. . . . More . . .
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Southern Lakes: a place for all seasons
In the constellation of New Zealand’s star attractions, the Southern Lakes region burns so bright that, if it were up in the sky, it would be visible in full daylight. Read the story . . .
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New Zealand on film: more than hobbits and snowy mountainscapes
Movies have put New Zealand on the map. But there's much more to New Zealand film than The Lord of the Rings... Read the story . . .
Real Journeys TSS Earnslaw & Walter Peak High Country Farm Experiences Visit website
Cruise on board the vintage steamship TSS Earnslaw and view stunning south island alpine scenery. During your cruise across Lake Wakatipu explore the decks, watch . . . More . . .
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The Blue Pools of Haast Pass
Māori knew about the glacial defile between the coastal flats of South Westland and the high tussock-land surrounding the southern lakes from their expeditions in search of pounamu. Read the story . . .
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