Queenstown Archives - Traveler Dreams Traveler Dreams Wed, 16 Mar 2022 09:37:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://travelerdreams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Queenstown Archives - Traveler Dreams 32 32 Auckland Isn’t the Only Spectacular City in New Zealand https://travelerdreams.com/auckland-isnt-the-only-spectacular-city-in-new-zealand/ Sun, 20 Mar 2022 12:52:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=17912 If you only tend to explore the most popular city in the countries you’re visiting, you’re probably missing out on a lot of fun attractions. Most countries are home to countless beautiful cities apart from their biggest metropolis and that happens to be the case with New Zealand. Here are three charming towns in this […]

The post Auckland Isn’t the Only Spectacular City in New Zealand appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> If you only tend to explore the most popular city in the countries you’re visiting, you’re probably missing out on a lot of fun attractions. Most countries are home to countless beautiful cities apart from their biggest metropolis and that happens to be the case with New Zealand. Here are three charming towns in this country that you should explore after Auckland.

Wellington

From rich history and culture to stunning nature and lively nightlife, New Zealand’s capital of Wellington has something in store for travelers from all walks of life. In addition to being home to many amazing attractions, it’s also a gateway to some of New Zealand’s biggest natural wonders thanks to its convenient waterfront location.

Christchurch

Christchurch went through a series of earthquakes in the early 2010s, but it was quickly rebuilt into one of New Zealand’s must-see cities. It’s best known for being a popular Antarctic gateway, but it’s also worth visiting for its beautiful beaches and natural beauty.

Queenstown

Speaking of natural wonders you can find in New Zealand, it doesn’t get any better than Queenstown. Its convenient location on the shores of Lake Wakatipu makes it one of the most scenic places in New Zealand and it’s extremely popular with fans of winter sports since it’s the country’s ski tourism hotspot.

The post Auckland Isn’t the Only Spectacular City in New Zealand appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> Skyline Queenstown is a Can’t Miss New Zealand Attraction https://travelerdreams.com/skyline-queenstown-is-a-cant-miss-new-zealand-attraction/ Sun, 04 Jul 2021 13:03:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=12093 New Zealand’s South Island is a paradise of snow-capped mountain ranges, lakes, fjords, and volcanoes. The resort city of Queenstown is one of the most popular places to visit on the island thanks to its picturesque location on the banks of Lake Wakatipu and in proximity to nearby mountains. One of the best ways to […]

The post Skyline Queenstown is a Can’t Miss New Zealand Attraction appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> New Zealand’s South Island is a paradise of snow-capped mountain ranges, lakes, fjords, and volcanoes. The resort city of Queenstown is one of the most popular places to visit on the island thanks to its picturesque location on the banks of Lake Wakatipu and in proximity to nearby mountains.

One of the best ways to experience the beauty that this area has to offer is taking advantage of Skyline Queenstown, a gondola ride taking visitors from the city up to the top of a hill in the Ben Lomond Scenic Reserve.

The Southern Hemisphere’s steepest gondola, this short ride takes you on a 1500 foot rise that offers up spectacular panoramic views of the town, the lake, and surrounding mountain ranges.

Its glass windows offer up unobstructed views from the gondola cars, and once you reach the lookout point at the top station, you will marvel at the beauty which reveals itself in front of your very eyes.

With a restaurant and bar at the top station giving you a chance to enjoy the views and take a break between gondola rides, you certainly will not get bored here. 

When it’s time to head back down to Queenstown, you have two options: you can either ride the gondola back down again or take a thrilling luge ride to the bottom of the hill. Luges are gravity-controlled, motorless cars that are a heart-stopping way to descend all 1500 feet back down to the city.

Be sure to check out Skyline Queenstown on your next visit to this beautiful spot!

Address: Brecon Street, PO BOX 17, Queenstown, New Zealand

The post Skyline Queenstown is a Can’t Miss New Zealand Attraction appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> 3 Unique Experiences in Queenstown, New Zealand https://travelerdreams.com/3-unique-experiences-in-queenstown-new-zealand/ Thu, 15 Apr 2021 09:25:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=13149 While most people visit Queenstown, New Zealand for its rugged natural scenery and outdoor activities like snowboarding and skiing, there are so many one-of-a-kind experiences you have to check out in the city. These three will make the most of New Zealand’s “Adventure Capital” and they’re certainly unique. Chill at an Ice Bar The city […]

The post 3 Unique Experiences in Queenstown, New Zealand appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> While most people visit Queenstown, New Zealand for its rugged natural scenery and outdoor activities like snowboarding and skiing, there are so many one-of-a-kind experiences you have to check out in the city. These three will make the most of New Zealand’s “Adventure Capital” and they’re certainly unique.

Chill at an Ice Bar

The city actually has two ice bars: the Minus 5º ICE BAR on Steamer Wharf or the Below Zero Ice Bar on Searle Lane. Some of the highlights at both include the ice sculptures, ice-carved interiors, and the drinks which are served from ice glasses. Both places even have jackets and warm clothes available for visitors.

Go on a Photo Safari

Take in the beauty of the New Zealand city with award-winning photographers Mike Langford and Jackie Ranken on this photo safari. You’ll be taken to destinations including Skippers Canyon, Paradise Valley, and Nevis Valley.

Get Your Scare on at Fear Factory

Are you brave enough to walk the dark hallways of a haunted house? Almost 25,000 people have “chickened out” of Fear Factory‘s jump scares, live actors, and special effects. Will you be one of the 25,000?

The post 3 Unique Experiences in Queenstown, New Zealand appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> 5 Natural Treasures In and Around Queenstown, New Zealand https://travelerdreams.com/5-natural-treasures-in-and-around-queenstown-new-zealand/ Wed, 14 Aug 2019 10:07:01 +0000 https://stagingtrd.wpengine.com/?p=1721 If you are a lover of natural beauty, make sure you bring your good camera when you visit Queenstown, New Zealand. Here are 5 of the most stunning sites and attractions to add to your travel list. Milford Sound Milfound Sound is a beautifully scenic location to do some hiking. It is located just outside Queenstown […]

The post 5 Natural Treasures In and Around Queenstown, New Zealand appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> If you are a lover of natural beauty, make sure you bring your good camera when you visit Queenstown, New Zealand. Here are 5 of the most stunning sites and attractions to add to your travel list.

Milford Sound

Milfound Sound is a beautifully scenic location to do some hiking. It is located just outside Queenstown but buses are regular to and from the stunning location.

Lake Hayes

Lake Hayes is a lovely natural spot close to Queenstown. The lake is small, but if you want a quiet, mesmerizing picnic spot, Lake Hayes is a good choice.

Coronet Peak

Coronet Peak is a snowy mountain that attracts many skiers in the long snow seasons. Even if you aren’t up for trying out the sport, it’s a great spot for snowy mountaintop views.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Br77r81Avps/

Lake Wanaka

Lake Wanaka is another beautiful lake near Queenstown and is the fourth largest in the country. The lake is estimated to be 300 meters deep, and the charming town of Wanaka sits nearby.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Brp-AruFOJM/

Lake Wakatipu

Even larger than Wanaka is New Zealand’s third largest lake, Wakatipu. The lake is renowned for its sublime beauty and is definitely worth a visit if you are heading to Queenstown.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Br7XzyEHLy0/

The post 5 Natural Treasures In and Around Queenstown, New Zealand appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> ersion="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> Queenstown Archives - Traveler Dreams Traveler Dreams Wed, 16 Mar 2022 09:37:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.5.2 https://travelerdreams.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/cropped-favicon-32x32.png Queenstown Archives - Traveler Dreams 32 32 Auckland Isn’t the Only Spectacular City in New Zealand https://travelerdreams.com/auckland-isnt-the-only-spectacular-city-in-new-zealand/ Sun, 20 Mar 2022 12:52:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=17912 If you only tend to explore the most popular city in the countries you’re visiting, you’re probably missing out on a lot of fun attractions. Most countries are home to countless beautiful cities apart from their biggest metropolis and that happens to be the case with New Zealand. Here are three charming towns in this […]

The post Auckland Isn’t the Only Spectacular City in New Zealand appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> If you only tend to explore the most popular city in the countries you’re visiting, you’re probably missing out on a lot of fun attractions. Most countries are home to countless beautiful cities apart from their biggest metropolis and that happens to be the case with New Zealand. Here are three charming towns in this country that you should explore after Auckland.

Wellington

From rich history and culture to stunning nature and lively nightlife, New Zealand’s capital of Wellington has something in store for travelers from all walks of life. In addition to being home to many amazing attractions, it’s also a gateway to some of New Zealand’s biggest natural wonders thanks to its convenient waterfront location.

Christchurch

Christchurch went through a series of earthquakes in the early 2010s, but it was quickly rebuilt into one of New Zealand’s must-see cities. It’s best known for being a popular Antarctic gateway, but it’s also worth visiting for its beautiful beaches and natural beauty.

Queenstown

Speaking of natural wonders you can find in New Zealand, it doesn’t get any better than Queenstown. Its convenient location on the shores of Lake Wakatipu makes it one of the most scenic places in New Zealand and it’s extremely popular with fans of winter sports since it’s the country’s ski tourism hotspot.

The post Auckland Isn’t the Only Spectacular City in New Zealand appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> Skyline Queenstown is a Can’t Miss New Zealand Attraction https://travelerdreams.com/skyline-queenstown-is-a-cant-miss-new-zealand-attraction/ Sun, 04 Jul 2021 13:03:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=12093 New Zealand’s South Island is a paradise of snow-capped mountain ranges, lakes, fjords, and volcanoes. The resort city of Queenstown is one of the most popular places to visit on the island thanks to its picturesque location on the banks of Lake Wakatipu and in proximity to nearby mountains. One of the best ways to […]

The post Skyline Queenstown is a Can’t Miss New Zealand Attraction appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> New Zealand’s South Island is a paradise of snow-capped mountain ranges, lakes, fjords, and volcanoes. The resort city of Queenstown is one of the most popular places to visit on the island thanks to its picturesque location on the banks of Lake Wakatipu and in proximity to nearby mountains.

One of the best ways to experience the beauty that this area has to offer is taking advantage of Skyline Queenstown, a gondola ride taking visitors from the city up to the top of a hill in the Ben Lomond Scenic Reserve.

The Southern Hemisphere’s steepest gondola, this short ride takes you on a 1500 foot rise that offers up spectacular panoramic views of the town, the lake, and surrounding mountain ranges.

Its glass windows offer up unobstructed views from the gondola cars, and once you reach the lookout point at the top station, you will marvel at the beauty which reveals itself in front of your very eyes.

With a restaurant and bar at the top station giving you a chance to enjoy the views and take a break between gondola rides, you certainly will not get bored here. 

When it’s time to head back down to Queenstown, you have two options: you can either ride the gondola back down again or take a thrilling luge ride to the bottom of the hill. Luges are gravity-controlled, motorless cars that are a heart-stopping way to descend all 1500 feet back down to the city.

Be sure to check out Skyline Queenstown on your next visit to this beautiful spot!

Address: Brecon Street, PO BOX 17, Queenstown, New Zealand

The post Skyline Queenstown is a Can’t Miss New Zealand Attraction appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> 3 Unique Experiences in Queenstown, New Zealand https://travelerdreams.com/3-unique-experiences-in-queenstown-new-zealand/ Thu, 15 Apr 2021 09:25:00 +0000 https://travelerdreams.com/?p=13149 While most people visit Queenstown, New Zealand for its rugged natural scenery and outdoor activities like snowboarding and skiing, there are so many one-of-a-kind experiences you have to check out in the city. These three will make the most of New Zealand’s “Adventure Capital” and they’re certainly unique. Chill at an Ice Bar The city […]

The post 3 Unique Experiences in Queenstown, New Zealand appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> While most people visit Queenstown, New Zealand for its rugged natural scenery and outdoor activities like snowboarding and skiing, there are so many one-of-a-kind experiences you have to check out in the city. These three will make the most of New Zealand’s “Adventure Capital” and they’re certainly unique.

Chill at an Ice Bar

The city actually has two ice bars: the Minus 5º ICE BAR on Steamer Wharf or the Below Zero Ice Bar on Searle Lane. Some of the highlights at both include the ice sculptures, ice-carved interiors, and the drinks which are served from ice glasses. Both places even have jackets and warm clothes available for visitors.

Go on a Photo Safari

Take in the beauty of the New Zealand city with award-winning photographers Mike Langford and Jackie Ranken on this photo safari. You’ll be taken to destinations including Skippers Canyon, Paradise Valley, and Nevis Valley.

Get Your Scare on at Fear Factory

Are you brave enough to walk the dark hallways of a haunted house? Almost 25,000 people have “chickened out” of Fear Factory‘s jump scares, live actors, and special effects. Will you be one of the 25,000?

The post 3 Unique Experiences in Queenstown, New Zealand appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> 5 Natural Treasures In and Around Queenstown, New Zealand https://travelerdreams.com/5-natural-treasures-in-and-around-queenstown-new-zealand/ Wed, 14 Aug 2019 10:07:01 +0000 https://stagingtrd.wpengine.com/?p=1721 If you are a lover of natural beauty, make sure you bring your good camera when you visit Queenstown, New Zealand. Here are 5 of the most stunning sites and attractions to add to your travel list. Milford Sound Milfound Sound is a beautifully scenic location to do some hiking. It is located just outside Queenstown […]

The post 5 Natural Treasures In and Around Queenstown, New Zealand appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]> If you are a lover of natural beauty, make sure you bring your good camera when you visit Queenstown, New Zealand. Here are 5 of the most stunning sites and attractions to add to your travel list.

Milford Sound

Milfound Sound is a beautifully scenic location to do some hiking. It is located just outside Queenstown but buses are regular to and from the stunning location.

Lake Hayes

Lake Hayes is a lovely natural spot close to Queenstown. The lake is small, but if you want a quiet, mesmerizing picnic spot, Lake Hayes is a good choice.

Coronet Peak

Coronet Peak is a snowy mountain that attracts many skiers in the long snow seasons. Even if you aren’t up for trying out the sport, it’s a great spot for snowy mountaintop views.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Br77r81Avps/

Lake Wanaka

Lake Wanaka is another beautiful lake near Queenstown and is the fourth largest in the country. The lake is estimated to be 300 meters deep, and the charming town of Wanaka sits nearby.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Brp-AruFOJM/

Lake Wakatipu

Even larger than Wanaka is New Zealand’s third largest lake, Wakatipu. The lake is renowned for its sublime beauty and is definitely worth a visit if you are heading to Queenstown.

https://www.instagram.com/p/Br7XzyEHLy0/

The post 5 Natural Treasures In and Around Queenstown, New Zealand appeared first on Traveler Dreams.

]]>