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Fantastic city! well the whole of New Zealand is beautiful but had one of my most exhilerating experiences in Queenstown. Decided to do the bungy jump trilogy where I first jumped of the Kawarau Bridge (the smallest) then Ben Nevis (which is 134 metres, basically a cable car hanging in between 2...more Fantastic city! well the whole of New Zealand is beautiful but had one of my most exhilerating experiences in Queenstown. Decided to do the bungy jump trilogy where I first jumped of the Kawarau Bridge (the smallest) then Ben Nevis (which is 134 metres, basically a cable car hanging in between 2 large mountains!) and then on the Ledge in Queenstown itself. That has to have been the scariest, purely cos it was nighttime so pitch black and I was left hanging for 5 minutes 400 metres above Queenstown cos the rope got stuck! Not too much fun!! All experience in the end. There is lots more to do in Queenstown, my friend went skiing as she had no interest in bungy jumping! The nightlife there is fantastic too. Not to be missed!close
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by aisling
– posted on May 1, 2007
71A small place (despite what the kiwis tell you) with a lot of attitude.It's a buzz of activity with more places to eat, more bars and more things to endanger your life than any other place in NZ. It is unbelievably beautiful, totally hedonistic and completely amazing. The food is good...more A small place (despite what the kiwis tell you) with a lot of attitude.It's a buzz of activity with more places to eat, more bars and more things to endanger your life than any other place in NZ. It is unbelievably beautiful, totally hedonistic and completely amazing. The food is good (especially Tandoori House Indian- it does the best garlic naan ever) and the bars are great. Dance in winnies as the roof comes back and check out th view in Pog Mahones. Enjoy kids!!close
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by Lizziewils9882
– posted on Mar 16, 2007
8Queesntown is great - there's heaps to do - bungy, sky diving, jet boating, skiing (really good - choice of ski areas), great scenery, walking, mountain biking, lots of restaurants/bars - if partying is your thing after a day of adrenaline rushes, then this is the place for you. It's also got a...more Queesntown is great - there's heaps to do - bungy, sky diving, jet boating, skiing (really good - choice of ski areas), great scenery, walking, mountain biking, lots of restaurants/bars - if partying is your thing after a day of adrenaline rushes, then this is the place for you. It's also got a cinema and spa type places if you're after more R&R.close
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by sarah4404
– posted on Sep 2, 2006
12Top Rated Queenstown Places to Stay
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Spa B&B 95%
Lovely place to stay, awesome views from the balcony, sitting in the spa :). Best massage ever from Moto!! Thank you Moto and Josef for your friendly hospitality, we will definitely be back!!
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by anonymous
– posted on Oct 2008 very accomadating an awsome cooked breakfast included will be going back forsure was also good fun going boarding with joesph the owner recommend it
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by touche191714
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Lake Vista Bed & Breakfast 92%
Excellent service. Great view. 20 min walk to town, but cheap cabs. Very helpful in booking events and very knowledgeable about the different options.
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by Rhm6
– posted on Feb 2007 1great views and very friendly service!
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by Bryanho
– posted on Aug 2005 1- add a review
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Base Queenstown - Discovery Lodge 83%
Staff were really friendly and helpful, right in the heart of everything and the bar was great craic with ridiculously cheap drinks!
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by kmatthews028923
– posted on Nov 2008 2the staff were very unfriendly. being a 20something year old stuck in with a bunch of immature teenagers is never good. there was no room for my bags in the room, stuff was thrown everywhere, just a mess. don't stay here, however all hostels in queenstown are similar unfortunately.
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by fionakerri
– posted on Oct 2008 27- add a review
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Bumbles Backpackers 83%
very cute B&B kind of feel- have your own entrance and great views-- the reception closes from like 12-3pm and isnt only open to 5pm- and the kitchen closes at 11pm- which can be kind of annoying-- but all and all i would def stay there again- clean- spacious- gerat staff- great location- and...
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by jillashley12167033
– posted on Nov 2008 5had a really enjoyable stay. Would be graet if the common room was open longer. Everything else spot on
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by melissaf5524
– posted on Nov 2008 1- add a review
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YHA Queenstown Central Formerly McFees 83%
Thank you for making our stay in Q/town as part of or Honeymoon a great one ;)
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by owenbre3426
– posted on Sep 2008 1Great central location, could be a bit noisy at night though.
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Top Rated Queenstown Restaurants
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Winnies Pizza100%
We eat in this place 3 times in one week. You have to try the seafood gourmet pizza. It's so tasty. Get there early if you don't want to queue. Watch out for the opening roof
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by Lorraineoreilly
– posted on May 2007 
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Ferg Burger100%
Best burger in the world, without a doubt: don't leave Queenstown without one. The burgers are huge so go hungry and enjoy every bite.
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by TravelBugged
– posted on Mar 2008 
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Top Rated Queenstown Attractions
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AJ Hackett The Ledge Bungy100%
While not being the highest bungy (47 metres), it feels a lot higher as it is located halfway up a mountain overlooking Queenstown. The difference between this one and Kawarau being that the harness is at your waist so you can choose whether you want to run and jump, fall off backwards, you can even shuffle out on a chair (or in a bin as we saw one guy...
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by orla
– posted on May 2007 
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AJ Hackett Nevis Highwire Bungy100%
For many, this would have to be the ultimate challenge. This bungy is a staggering 134 metres (440 feet) drop, over a river.It starts with a rugged 35 minute back-blocks 4x4 drive before you get harnessed up and board a shuttle which ferries you to the the Bungy Pod (located on a wire hovering over the river!) All thats left is to take the jump and enjoy the...
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by orla
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AJ Hackett The Kawarau Bridge Bungy Jump100%
The Kawarau Bridge Bungy is home to the original 43 metre bungy, the first commercial bungy site, and is where it all started back in late 80's. Tens of thousands take the leap from here every year! It is also unique as you can chose to have your head dipped in the water, or even be fully immersed!An exhilarating experience, the bungee jump will leave you...
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by orla
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Nzone Sky Diving100%
I did a tandem sky-dive with Nzone. The office is in Queenstown and on the day they bring you to the drop zone which is just outside the city centre, meaning that you get a fantastic view of the mountains and city (not that it's the first thing on your mind!) We were booked in for 11am and departed for the drop zone, we waited around for about an hour and...
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by orla
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Skyline Gondola80%
Luging basically involves sitting on a plastic toboggan at the top of a mountain and pitching yourself down that mountain at great speed. Super fun.
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Top Rated Queenstown Bars
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Winnie Bagoes100%
Fantastic bar in the heart of Queenstown. Only one that I know of where the roof opens up !! In winter this is mad. One minute its nice and toasty at the bar, next minute its snowing, quite a wierd sensation !! Some of the most fantastic pizzas that I have ever eaten are here. Try the sweet thai chili chicken pizza ... its been 3 years and I still can't get it...
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by dannyt
– posted on Jun 2007 
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The World Bar80%
The is one of many bars in Queenstwon, really good fun and your money goes a long way. The beers are cheaps as chips ....
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