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  • 82 of 82 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 7 larsbaby

    Member since 23/05/2007

    Reviews written: 132

    2 Stars Probably the most over-rated place in the world Review with images 24/02/2010
    User doesn't recommend the product

    Advantages Advantages Amazing views, lots of adventure activities, good dining

    Disadvantages Disadvantages A total washout if it rains - and it does, often

    INTRODUCTION In our original itinerary, myself and Ms Larsbaby hadn't planned to visit Queenstown, New Zealand's self proclaimed "Global Adventure Capital", located on the South Island and surrounded by mountains. But an émigré friend of mine insisted that we go there on a 2 day trip on my birthday with him joining us for the best nightlife he's seen in the country. This didn't seem unreasonable, so we let him book the short 40 minute flight from Christchurch. I just hoped it would live up to the hype. DAY 1 : HERE COMES THE SUN Arriving in the small Queenstown airport, the compact town centre ... more
  • 62 of 62 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 5 Writing321

    Member since 13/08/2005

    Reviews written: 46

    5 Stars Queenstown - a sparkling Kiwi gem Review with images 03/02/2006
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages New Zealand scenery at its best

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Some say a bit pricey!!!

    A jewel shines brightly in New Zealand's South Island .... it is Queenstown. Stunning, beautiful, adventure-playground, majestic mountains and calm waters are just a few introductory adjectives - they aren't enough to describe this magnificent part of New Zealand. ``Mountain tops pierce the clear, blue sky - the sun shines on crystal, clear, azure waters''. You won't find this in any poetry book - because I made this little set of words up - it's easy to do when you are a Queenstown fan. Well, the sun doesn't shine every single day but many of the 365 sunrises over Queenstown's Lake Wakatipu ... more
  • 47 of 47 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    NomadSue

    5 Stars "Fly high. Stay dry" Parasailing in Queenstown. Review with images 24/01/2010
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Beautiful scenery. Amazing experience.

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Possibly the most frightening thing I have ever done.

    Review: Parasailing in Queenstown It was the last day of our holiday in New Zealand and we were due to leave Queenstown early afternoon. Now it is important to finish a holiday in style, especially since between us we had already done whitewater rafting, jet-boating down the canyon (FANTASTIC FUN!), horse-trekking, paragliding, the Gravity Canyon Flying Fox, swing and chair, as well as the touristy things. There was nothing for it - it had to be parasailing. Well, the intention was that my daughter would go Para-sailing and I would enjoy a leisurely cruise in the boat, admiring the view and ... more
  • 16 of 16 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    C.Laslett

    5 Stars A resort for all seasons 25/06/2006
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Something for Everyone, Lots to do, Stunning Scenary

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Not cheap, need to book accommodation in advance

    Located on New Zealand's South Island, Queenstown is a small, very popular tourist town located on the shores of a lake and surrounded by several mountains. The scenery here is stunning and there is so much going on that whatever your age, budget or time of year you visit, there is no chance of being bored! Renowned as the "adventure captial" of New Zealand, there is plenty to do here to get your adrenaline pumping. Bungy jumping, sky diving, skiing / snow boarding, mountain biking, canyon swinging, kayaking, helicopter / plane trips, white water rafting, jet boating and horseriding are just a ... more
  • 35 of 35 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Level 7 LIZKEMPO

    Member since 11/09/2003

    Reviews written: 267

    5 Stars Activity Central of New Zealand Review with images 26/08/2008
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Great for crazy activitys and night life

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Expensive

    Activity Central of New Zealand Queenstown is a very popular area of New Zealand well known for is extreme activities as well as its beauty. Queenstown has much to offer a variety of different people; I am going to go through the different things that it has to offer. Extreme Activities for the brave at heart: You can participate in extreme sports all over New Zealand but Queenstown is home to some of the biggest and the best! You will find that the price is higher than other parts but this is because what is on offer is bigger and better, it really depends how much of an adrenaline junkie you ... more
  • 4 of 4 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    iallan

    5 Stars a fabulous resort 16/10/2009
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages a must do

    Disadvantages Disadvantages none

    Queenstown For spectacular scenery and adventure try New Zealand's favourite resort... New Zealand may be on the other side of the world but it rewards any travellers who make the long trip with a unique kiwi experience. The country is regularly voted as a favourite holiday destination and with so much to see and do, where do you start? One of the gems found in the South Island is the lovely resort of Queenstown. Mention the name Queenstown to any New Zealander or Australian and watch their eyes light up. With a perfect location nestling on the shores of Lake Wakatipu and at the foot of the ... more
  • 22 of 22 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    beckyk

    5 Stars Queenstown - beautiful and 'extreme' Review with images 21/02/2007
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages A beautiful setting for doing some crazy things!

    Disadvantages Disadvantages A long way to get to

    My family and I took a 10 day holiday around the South Island which is no way near long enough and only allowed us to see a small amount of what was on offer. Although we visited several amazing places I am wanting to write especially about Queenstown based on the 'extreme' nature of the place! When I say extreme, I mean that in many ways. Firstly, like many places in New Zealand, Queenstown is a beautiful place. Located in Otago on the South Island, Queenstown is surrounded by mountain ranges and built around the northern shore of Lake Wakatipu, and unlike many other New Zealand towns, does ... more
  • 50 of 50 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    Allyalcock

    5 Stars Queenstown - a place built for a Queen! Review with images 21/07/2006
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages wonderful scenery, beautiful place!

    Disadvantages Disadvantages Pricey compared t other parts of NZ but none really!

    If you are planning a trip to New Zealand chances are you will have heard of Queenstown, the "adventure capital." After reading about it I expected it to be big, touristy and tacky but boy was I wrong!! Queenstown is located in the south west of the south island of New Zealand. It has a population of 7500 people and is more like a small town or large village rather than an adventure "capital!" My first views on the place were what a beautiful place it was, it is situated on the shores of Lake Wakatipu with mountains, quite suitably named The Remarkables making a breathtaking backdrop to the ... more
  • 2 of 6 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    stampcoverman

    5 Stars Such A Stunning Place 04/07/2007
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Mountains, Lakes and plenty of Outdoor Activity

    Disadvantages Disadvantages None

    A Beautiful Part Of The World ! I visited Queenstown without even realising that it was known as one of the worlds main outdoor activity centres. Personally, I didn't go there for a 'bungy' jump or 'fly by wire' or 'skydive' or any of the other adrenalin pumping temptations. It is simply a beautiful stunning place, sitting at the end of the enormous Lake Wakitupu (takes about an hour to drive along to the other end). With 'The Remakables' spectacular mountain range sitting to one side of the lake. From the air you can see how the lake was created from the seperation of the mountain range and ... more
  • 0 of 3 Ciao users found the following review helpful
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    cruda386

    5 Stars Queenstown: Alpine adventureland 05/10/2009
    User recommends the product

    Advantages Advantages Lake, mountain, people, atmosphere, nature, adventure

    Disadvantages Disadvantages reality of leaving (or not..)

    If you fancy waking up to warm sunsets in the summer, or fresh powder in the winter, then Queenstown is the place for you. Hidden away in the Otago region, this town is a gem in its own right. Year-round activities and festivities. An adventure is waiting for you right outside your doorstep. Surrounded by the lake Wakatipu and looking out to the remarkables mountains, you can come down to do a bit of winter skiing or snowboarding, at either this mountain, Coronet peak or cardrona. And in the summer time, trade in the ski's and hit the mountain riding down by bike. Queenstown is home to a ... more
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