executive summary By darmansjah
Skiing in New
Zealand is a bit different – the Southern Hemisphere season runs June
to October for a start. Kiwis also base themselves in towns near the slopes
rather than in purpose-built ski resorts (nzski.com). the Remarkables and
Coronet Peak Ski fields in the South Island are the best in the region and have
coursed for all levels; Coronet even offers night skiing. Nearby Queenstown has a reputation for
adrenaline – try bungge jumping, caving,
rafting, sledging, jet boating, zip-lining, skydiving and hang gliding. Arrowtown, a short jaunt away, has a settlement from the gold-rush
era of the 1860s and nearby Gibbston
Valley Winery produces some fine
pinot noir (gibbstonvalley.co.nz).
Back in town, there’s a buzzing live-music scene, nightclubs, cafes and
restaurants. Chalet Queenstown has great lake-facing rooms if you book early
(from US$150; chaletqueenstown.co.nz).
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