Queenstown is a sophisticated resort town in Otago in the south-west of New Zealand's South Island. The picturesque town is built around an inlet tucked away on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and has spectactular views of the surrounding Southern Alps. Queenstown boasts rugged mountains, majestic lakes, crystal clear air, and there is just so much to do! From bungy jumping to wine trails, jet boating to tramping, dining out to skiing. The tricky part is extending your stay to try and fit everything in.
The unique alpine area, a range of different activities and attractions and the 'can do' New Zealand attitude have contributed to Queenstown being regarded as the 'adventure capital of the world. Skiing, jet boating, bungy jumping, mountain biking and tramping are all strong promotional themes. Queenstown is a major centre for snow sports in New Zealand, with people from all over the country and many parts of the world travelling to ski at the five main mountain skifields; Cardrona Alpine Resort, Coronet Peak, The Remarkables and Treble Cone.
Born as an 1860's goldmining camp, 140 years later Queenstown has a compact and sophisticated downtown area where you'll find a lively caf/bar scene and excellent shopping. Fine dining, wine bars, live jazz, top DJ's, long summer nights in a garden bar or in winter months in front of a roaring log fire. There are more than 160 licensed bars and cafs in downtown Queenstown and the socialite is spoilt for choice all year round, any night of the week. And don't forget the famous Queenstown Winter Festival!
It all happens in Queenstown, whether you are after adventure and action or fun and relaxation. Locally, Queenstown has a reputation as one of New Zealand's wine and cuisine, being so close to the centre of a wine producing region. Neighbouring towns and districts include Arrowtown, Wanaka, Alexandra, and Cromwell which also feature excellent restaurants and bars. The nearest cities are Dunedin and Invercargill.
For more information, take a look at: www.justqueenstown.co.nz