The resort of Queenstown is nestled on the shores of Lake
Wakatipu, in the magnificent jagged shadow of the Remarkables
mountain range.
The urban centre provides the beating heart of bars and
clubs, shopping, cafes, restraurants and galleries, while
jetboats and the mighty steamer, /TSS Earnslaw/, grace the
picturesque waters of the lake. High above, twirling
adrenalin junkies dangling from parachutes descend from the
skies, while bungy jumpers hurl themselves into the void.
Spend a summer's day wandering through the lakeside market
while taking in the views, head for nearby Gibbston Valley's
wonderful wineries or follow in the footsteps of goldminers
during a visit to Arrowtown.
In winter, head for the hills and tackle the town's two
nearby mountain skifields, Coronet Peak or the Remarkables.
Top three things to do:
Hit the slopes at Coronet Peak or the Remarkables.
Take a cruise on the TSS Earnslaw.
Gibbston Valley wineries - savour the region's delicious
drops.
Key contacts:
Citizens Advice Bureau (03) 4426799
Coronet Peak Ski Area (03) 4424620
Department of Conservation Wakatipu Area Office (03) 4427933
Destination Queenstown (03) 4410700
Lakes District Hospital (03) 4410015
Otago Daily Times
9 Athol St
P O Box 774
Queenstown
(03) 4426157
Queenstown Lakes District Council (03) 4410499
Queenstown Medical Centre (03) 4410500
Queenstown Police (03) 4411600
Remarkables Ski Area (03) 4424615
Real Journeys - Owners of TSS Earnslaw 0800 656503 or (03)
4427500
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