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Staggering beauty and heart-pumping thrills await in Queenstown. The alpine resort on Lake Wakatipu began its life as an 1860s gold-mining town, but it now draws droves of outdoor enthusiasts for... more » Staggering beauty and heart-pumping thrills await in Queenstown. The alpine resort on Lake Wakatipu began its life as an 1860s gold-mining town, but it now draws droves of outdoor enthusiasts for kayaking, bungee jumping, hiking and skiing. For a more mild-mannered adventure, take a quiet cruise through nearby Milford Sound, part of the Fjordland National Park World Heritage area, or sample South Island pinot noir from one of the region's 75 wineries. No matter the season, you won't want to stay indoors. « less
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Nov
62°F 16°C
43°F 6°C
Dec
66°F 18°C
48°F 8°C
Jan
68°F 20°C
50°F 10°C
Feb
69°F 20°C
51°F 10°C
Mar
66°F 18°C
48°F 8°C
Apr
60°F 15°C
42°F 5°C
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46°F 7°C
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Larch Hill Homestay Bed and Breakfast

Nov 21, 2009

Lesley and Chris seemed to have thought of absolutely everything a guest could wish for, from lights on the keyring and the torch provided in the room, to a superb breakfast with Lesley's home made...more

Wai Waterfront Restaurant

5 of 5 stars
Philadelphia
Nov 20, 2009

We celebrated our 10th anniversary with the menu degustation with paired wines. Tao and Neil took excellent care of us, engaging in wine conversation (which we love) at each step. Creative...more

Ultimate Hikes

Nov 20, 2009

Do it!!! I really can't recommend this company highly enough. Words fail me. It was such an incredible experience. The scenery along the Milford Track is absolutely stunning, and every aspect of...more

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