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Vacation Queenstown Blog

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Jun 15, 2025

south island road trip

Mt Cook Lake Pukaki Image Courtesy Will Patino

Are you thinking of heading to New Zealand for a self-drive South Island road trip? If so, we have the perfect itinerary for you.

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Jun 11, 2025

new zealand south island itinerary

Kaikoura Iconic Shot Courtesy. www.kaikoura.co.nz

Are you planning a trip to New Zealand's stunning South Island? If so we have some great ideas for your New Zealand South Island itinerary. Come and check them out.

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Jun 11, 2025

Queenstown Weather

Queenstown Hill Basket Of Dreams Courtesy TNZ

If you are interested in Queenstown weather, you can find all details here.

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Jun 10, 2025

Lord of the Rings Tour

Amazing scenery on a Queenstown Half Day 4WD Lord of the Rings Discovery Tour

Queenstown is home to some iconic Lord of the Rings tours, so come and read about them here.

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Jun 10, 2025

two weeks in new zealand

Amazing scenes on the Queenstown to Mt Cook Premium Guided Day Tour

Here are some great holiday ideas for two weeks in New Zealand.

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Jun 09, 2025

New Zealand North Island Itinerary

Skytower Auckland at sunset

Looking for a New Zealand North Island itinerary? We can help. We can show you all the hot spots and must see attractions on the beautiful North Island of New Zealand.

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Jun 09, 2025

Queenstown New Zealand vacations

Jetboating Glenorchy Queenstown TNZ Miles Holden No Expiry

Kia Ora. Welcome to Queenstown Vacations, your source of everything that you will need to plan your perfect Queenstown New Zealand escape..

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Jun 09, 2025

14 Day New Zealand Itinerary

Mt Cook Lake Pukaki Image Courtesy Will Patino

Are you looking for a self drive 14 day New Zealand itinerary that covers both islands? Look no further. This 14 day gem covers the must see locations on both islands.

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Jun 04, 2025

Queenstown Golf Courses

Millbrook Course

Welcome to our Queenstown golf courses page. Come and join us for a round of golf in paradise.

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May 28, 2025

New Zealand Dark Sky

Tekapo Observatory Miles Holden TNZ No Expiry

New Zealand dark sky reserves offer some of the best viewing conditions on Earth.

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May 28, 2025

Queenstown Activities

Viator Shotover Jet Queenstown

There seems to be an almost endless supply of Queenstown activities and Queenstown attractions. Find out about them here.

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May 28, 2025

best hotels in queenstown

Queenstown Accommodation Zones Google Maps

Coming to Queenstown but not sure where to stay? Here are our recommendations for the best hotels in Queenstown.

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May 27, 2025

Queenstown Airport

Location of Queenstown Airport

The flight into Queenstown Airport must surely be one of the most stunning in the World. Welcome to Queenstown Airport, the gateway to paradise.

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May 22, 2025

The Queenstown Underwater Observatory takes you beneath Lake Wakatipu.

Queenstown Underwater Observatory Courtesy Underwater Observatory 500px Wide

The Queenstown Underwater Observatory takes you below the surface of Lake Wakatipu, where huge trout, eels, and diving ducks compete for food.

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May 22, 2025

Glenorchy is a beautiful lakeside village, near Queenstown.

Jetboating Glenorchy Queenstown TNZ Miles Holden No Expiry

Glenorchy is a beautiful lakeside village a little under one hours drive from Queenstown. If you are in the Southern Lakes region, a trip to Glenorchy is a must

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May 10, 2025

air fares to new zealand

Wellington Airport image courtesy Wellington Airport

Need information on air fares to New Zealand? We can help. Search available fares, compare prices, and book your flights right here.

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May 08, 2025

Unique new zealand experiences

Queenstown Biking Around Jacks Point Image Courtesy Miles Holden And QueenstownNZ.co.nz

Are you looking for a holiday that features some very unique new zealand experiences? Here's our choice for some special kiwi experiences.

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May 02, 2025

New Zealand History

Viator Tamaki Maori Village Canoe

Here is a snapshot of New Zealand history

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May 02, 2025

How big is New Zealand

Map New Zealand Major Towns 360 x 400

How big is New Zealand? We may be small, but boy do we pack a lot in to our shores.

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May 02, 2025

Where is Queenstown

Map Queenstown

Have you asked "where is Queenstown"? Queenstown New Zealand is located in the Southern Lakes region on New Zealand's South Island.

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May 01, 2025

Things to do in Queenstown. Here's everything you need to know.

Life under Lake Wakatipu at the Queenstown Underwater Observatory and Time Tripper

Looking for things to do in Queenstown on New Zealand's South Island? We can help with lots of information on the best activities for visitors of all ages.

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May 01, 2025

one week in new zealand

Skyline Queenstown Stratosfare Restaurant Sunset With Paragliders

If your time is limited to one week in New Zealand, here's some great ideas to help you make the most of your time here.

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Apr 24, 2025

highest peak in new zealand

Mt Cook Lake Pukaki Image Courtesy Will Patino

Aoraki Mt Cook is the highest peak in New Zealand at around 3,724 metres (around 12, 218 feet).

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Apr 17, 2025

day trip to cromwell

The Kawarau Bridge Bungy image courtesy AJ Hackett Bungy

Join us on an exciting day trip to Cromwell, experiencing some of the region's stunning landscapes and attractions.

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Apr 16, 2025

queenstown day trips

Glenorchy Road Image Courtesy Destination Queenstown

Here's a selection of our favourite Queenstown day trips. Visit amazing places like Fiordland, Wanaka, Mt Cook, Arrowtown and Glenorchy, and be back in time for dinner.

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Apr 12, 2025

day trip to Glenorchy

Wilson Bay image courtesy DOC

A day trip to glenorchy is a must do if you are visiting Queenstown. Here's our suggestions on the highlights along the way

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Apr 08, 2025

queenstowns best free things to do

Kawarau Gibbston Dark Sky Park The Church Cellar Door Image Courtesy Brian Boyle

Here are our choices for Queenstowns best free things to do.

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Apr 08, 2025

queenstowns best family activities

The Skyline Gondola image courtesy Skyline Queenstown

Queenstown is the perfect destination for your dream family adventure. But not sure what to do here? Here are our picks for Queenstowns best family activities.

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Apr 08, 2025

Read about our most relaxing things to do in queenstown

The historic steamer TSS Earnslaw on Lake Wakatipu with the Remarkables in the background - image Courtesy Kirsten Frosh And Unsplash

Queenstown is the perfect place to just chill. Here are our tips for the most relaxing things to do in Queenstown

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Apr 07, 2025

Milford Sound tours

Milford Sound Tour Boat Tourism Holdings

Milford Sound was described by Rudyard Kipling as the Eighth Wonder of the World. Find out about Milford Sound tours right here.

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