Winter 2019 - NZ 20 Queenstown, NZ

NZ 20   Queenstown, NZ 

Outdoor Zumba Class

We spent the early morning riding the Shotover Jet Boats and then took in the actual town of Queenstown on foot. As I said before, the town is hilly, so walking for us was not that easy but near the water, near the lake, the grounds were flat so we spent most of the day exploring the plazas, the side streets, the open shops.

Yes, it’s touristy, as you can imagine, but then you CAN if you want, disappear into the nature around Queenstown. This town, this area is perfect for young, fit people. There are many things to do from power sailing, to hill climbing, to a lift ride to the top of the mountain, to bicycle trips, to just hiking, to whatever suits your fancy. Wineries nearby give you also the opportunity to have a wine-tasting experience.

Does It Go Underwater?

Queenstown is a major tourist place. Yes, they have it; you just need to look for it.

Some things are far out… I saw a mini sub, a real small submarine, plying the waters of the lake.

I wondered how it would be alone in a sub, below the water, looking for…?  Nemo? This is a bit scary to think it through but yes, there are lots of things you can do. Bungee jumping off a huge bridge is one thing that the Queenstown area is notorious for.  Think that through before you go… would you do it?

Naturally there are many shops, bars, stores and venues lining the streets. For the one day we had off we opted to just loaf, wander, look and relax. 

Queenstown would be great if I were 25 years old. It’s an outdoor activity center.

If you are a bit older, fine, but when you are 70 plus it’s hard to keep up with the youth.

Diverse Group of Interesting Women

The ladies on the tour took the opportunity to meet on a floating bar in the harbor for a drink and a ladies-only time.

Well, we guys met them later for dinner as arranged by the tour, so I am not privy what the girls chatted about, but the actual hamburger dinner was not memorable. 

Queensland however, is a town you will not forget once you have visited. So… come and see for yourself.