Sensational South Island

Lauren, one of our New Zealand experts has just come back from the 'Land of the Long White Cloud' and judging by the permanent grin attached to her face, returning to NZ was as exciting and wonderful as ever. I'll let her tell you why...

"I couldn’t possibly pick only one thing that made my holiday so special, but I'll try to pick out just a few highlights. My Mt Cook experience was absolutely fantastic. We took a ski plane over the mountain and landed on the snow as it glistened in the sunshine – a wonderful memory that will stay with me for many years! And waking up to the spectacular views of Mt Cook the following morning was simply amazing!!

I was particularly impressed by Wanaka (aptly translating as ‘rejuvenation of the soul’); such a beautiful little town. A lake cruise is the perfect way to see it with the spectacular backdrop of mountains and autumn trees reflected in the water.

We were so spoilt in Queenstown – I felt like royalty! After a lovely breakfast at Three Sixty restaurant we went on the Shotover Jet – very thrilling (and wet for that matter) as we zoomed through the canyons – it feels like you are able to touch the mountains they are so close. We then enjoyed an incredible helicopter ride to Cecil Peak Ledge. After we landed we were treated to a surprise champagne toast over-looking Queenstown. The views are absolutely amazing – priceless! Then… just to top it off I para-glided off the summit of Bobs Peak – near the skyline restaurant – floating down into the heart of Queenstown. All memories that I will cherish forever and yearn to experience again!

I can’t wait to get back out there!"

Neither can I!

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[salam1]

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