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- Queenstown
Queenstown
With a reputation as the adventure sports capital of the world,
Queenstown is New Zealand's premier tourist destination, offering
visitors the chance to indulge in almost every adrenalin activity
imaginable. But Queenstown has more to offer visitors than action
packed activities.
Queenstown is a heavily commercialised, year round resort that
is touristy, crowded and characterless, but with its magnificent
scenery, set on the deep blue Lake Wakatipu and framed by the
craggy Remarkables Range, it is appealing to adventurers and
leisure seekers alike. The lake is the perfect setting for steamer
cruises, there are many fine walking opportunities in the
surrounding hills and valleys with breathtaking views, surrounding
vineyards offer wine tasting, shopping at the town's many
boutiques, and the nearby historic gold mining town of Arrowtown is
a fascinating day's outing. Scenic flights take visitors on
unforgettable excursions, such as those around the majestic peaks
of Mount Aspiring and Mount Cook, or to Milford Sound.
Queenstown's popularity is also due to the fact that it is a
year round resort, a renowned alpine playground for skiers and
snowboarders in winter and activities such as jet boating, bungee
jumping, luging, white water rafting and paragliding in the summer
months.
Information & Facts
Climate
Queenstown is a destination for all seasons, with its Alpine
climate. Winter is magical with snow-capped mountains and blue
skies, providing a haven for winter sports enthusiasts. Spring,
officially starting on September 1, brings a meltdown with
temperatures ranging between 8ºC and 15ºC with some beautiful,
fresh days and cool evenings, punctuated by spring showers. At the
end of November high summer sets in with long warm days averaging
around 80ºF (26ºC), ideal for outdoor fun in the sun. Autumn
arrives in March, still warm with occasional hot spots and balmy
evenings, magnificent as the leaves begin to turn.
Getting Around
Queenstown is a compact city, easy to negotiate on foot. If you
get tired, double-decker sight seeing buses are a popular way to
cover the city's principal attractions. The only existing public
transport is a bus service that operates on three lines; day passes
are available. Taxis are readily available and there are also
several car rental agencies.
Language
The official languages in New Zealand are English and
Maori.
Money
Local currency is the New Zealand Dollar (NZD), divided into 100
cents. Most businesses accept MasterCard and Visa, and while Diners
Club and American Express are also widely accepted in the main
tourist centres, they might have limited acceptance elsewhere.
Travellers cheques and foreign currency can be exchanged at banks,
bureaux de change and some hotels. ATMs can be found in all towns
and cities.