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The Real Journeys Queenstown Winter Festival is nearly upon us. This is not a drill people. For those who have never heard of the Queenstown Winter Festival (where have you been??!!), it’s one of the biggest festivals on the New Zealand calendar and is a celebration of the start of the winter season. Organisers are …

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If you are looking for world-class skiing in the Southern Hemisphere, look no further than Queenstown. Queenstown is a playground for Kiwis and international visitors alike and the city comes to life during the winter months when the rest of the country is hibernating and keeping out of the cold. Queenstown is the home of …

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A walk in Queenstown is one of the very best ways to re-energise and feel alive. With spectacular views at every turn, Queenstown’s walking trails are the perfect escape, no matter the time of year. Whether you are looking for a short walk or something a bit more challenging, Queenstown has a huge and diverse …

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Looking for things to do in Wanaka? Look no further – we’ve got you covered. There aren’t too many destinations like Wanaka in New Zealand, or anywhere in the world for that matter. We say this because it’s pretty much the perfect holiday destination. Picturesque, peaceful and with plenty of things to see and do. …

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Looking for the best events in June in New Zealand? You’ve come to the right place. We’ve uncovered six of the best events taking place in June with a little bit of something for everyone. From art lovers to family fun to winter adventures, June is a great month to get out and do something …

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Now here is a HUGE claim to kick off this blog post! Not only is the TranzAlpine train journey undeniably the most scenic railway in New Zealand, but it is also arguably the most scenic railway in the world. Wowser. We told you it was a big claim! We are perhaps a little biased – …

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As we head into the winter once more, a small debate broke out amongst the team about the seasons in New Zealand and the best time to visit NZ. There were some strong opinions though about the best time to visit New Zealand. The skiers and snowboarders amongst the team were fighting hard for winter …

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Updated: 19 April 2022 That’s right people, the Queenstown Ski Season is nearly upon us. This is not a drill! Whilst summer here in New Zealand is what attracts so many visitors to our beautiful country, for many, winter’s where it’s at! At the heart of this is Queenstown. New Zealand’s adventure capital is also …

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