"New Zealand Trip 1999 - Queenstown" Queenstown by DarkRay

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Me at Queenstown Mall - Queenstown
Me at Queenstown Mall

In 1999, following my last papers for my college degree, one of my best friend, Woon, and I took a "graduation" trip to New Zealand's South Island celebrate to this event.

It was a trip filled with much wonders and excitment and was definitely a very enjoyable one as it was the first time, I am on a leisure trip to a non-Asian country.

During the visit, New Zealand clearly impressed me as an extremely tourist friendly place, but without being "touristy". It sounds oxymoronic, but that really was the case.

Queesntown was our second stop and we stayed here for 2 days. Most of the adrenalin filled activities NZ is famous for such as bungie jumping, rafting, jetboating, etc... can be found at this very nice town. If adventure is not your cup of tea, you can also have a cup of tea (pun intended) at one of the many eateries in the very well organised Queenstown mall, or just shop. You can also take one of the day trips to many of the most popular destinations in Fiordland, such as Milford Sound, and Doubtful Sound.

With the Ducks - Queenstown

With the Ducks

Wherever we go, we feed the ducks.... :-)

Woon - Queenstown

Woon

The entire town is really very beautiful with lots of wonderful spots for taking photographs or just taking in the sights!

Pros and Cons
  • Pros:Very nice town with lots of adventure sports!
  • Cons:Don't remember any!
  • In a nutshell:A Town Fit Enough for the Queen!
  • Last visit to Queenstown: Oct 1999
  • Intro Written Nov 29, 2003
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Jetboating at Shotover River - Queenstown Jetboat Ride! Favorites (1)

Although a little "touristy", I think most visitors to Queenstown should try out one of their famous Jetboat rides,... more travel advice

Rafting at Shotover River - Queenstown Queenstown Rafting Sports & Outdoors (1)

If you have never tried it before and have a relatively good heart, do try one of the many rafting trips which many of... more travel advice

Room at Quality Resort Terraces - Queenstown Best Mid-Priced Accomodation! Hotels (1)

The hotel was strongly recommended by my very well-travelled travel companion, Woon, who had already stayed at this... more travel advice

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