Queenstown New Zealand

Queenstown New Zealand

Queenstown

Queenstown, New Zealand is situated in a region of exceptional and diverse beauty. Inveterate world travellers regard Queenstown, New Zealand as one of the premier scenic areas of the world. Queenstown, New Zealand is the leading tourist resort in the South Island.

The major industry in Queenstown is as a service centre for surrounding lakes region and tourism and retail. The population is approximately 8600. The airport is located 7km from the town centre and the trip takes about 10 minutes by taxi. From Queenstown you drive 187km (2hr 20min) south to Invercargill or 283km (3 hours) east to Dunedin.

Queenstown, New Zealand is set in the magnificent Southern Lakes alpine district, the township nestles into a bay of Lake Wakatipu. Lake Wakatipu, New Zealand is the deepest lake in New Zealand. I have been told that at it's depths you will find salt water. Lake Wakatipu is also New Zealand's third largest lake. The township attracts tourists from all around the world. It boasts a combination of rugged alpine grandeur and sparkling blue lakes. The Remarkables range of mountains form an awesome backdrop to the township...