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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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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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Looking for ideas for things to do in Arrowtown? We hear you. Arrowtown is one of New Zealand’s hidden gems. Located just a short 20-minute drive from Queenstown, it can often be overlooked in favour of thrill-seeking in and around Queenstown, however, those who do pay a visit are never disappointed. Arrowtown is the town …

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Looking for things to do on a rainy day in Queenstown? Look no further. We have a comprehensive list of rainy day activities in Queenstown that are perfect, no matter what time of year you are visiting. Whilst the winter months tend to produce more wet weather days throughout New Zealand, the good news for …

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Looking for the best events in New Zealand in May? You’ve come to the right place. Like many of our event posts over the past few months, sadly there have been a few cancellations to some of the biggest events that usually take place in May. We have left these events in the calendar, however, …

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