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Queenstown, named one of the top ten travel destinations in the world by National Geographic

Queenstown, named one of the top ten travel destinations in the world by National Geographic 👍Most recommended: Queenstown: Surrounded by the Southern Alps and located on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, the houses in the town are built in a well-proportioned manner facing the lake and the mountains. It was named because the colonists believed that the beautiful scenery here should belong to the Queen of England. It is also famous for its rich and diverse outdoor activities, and is also known as the "Adventure Capital of the World." Lake Wakatipu: The second longest lake in New Zealand, with an area of ​​291K㎡, a length of 84km, and an average depth of 300m. Due to special geographical conditions, the wind pressure changes in the surrounding mountains form "lake earthquakes", resulting in a unique "tidal" phenomenon. Its water surface rises or falls by about 7.5-20cm every 6 minutes. According to Maori legend, this phenomenon is caused by the heartbeat of Mata'u, a sleeping giant at the bottom of the lake. There is still a "good friend" on the lake who has been with him for more than a hundred years. She is the "Lady of the Lake" TSS Earnslaw steamship. TSS Twin Screw Steamer Earnslaw: Known as the “grande dame” of Lake Wakatipu, it made its maiden voyage in 1912 in the same year as the Titanic. It is the only coal-fired steam passenger ship still sailing in the southern hemisphere. A must-see cruise in Queenstown. Friends, come and set foot on this small 19th-century industrial revolution heritage. Listen to its whistling and accompanied by the music of the luthier, travel to the McKenzie Family Farm/Walter Peak Farm and experience the comfortable life of a cowboy. After returning, you can go to the Boradwalk next to the pier to dine. Be sure to choose the outfield by the lake. Listen to the sound of waves by the lake, cuddle up by the fire, have a glass of Sauvignon Blanc, Cheers! No regrets in life! Dear friends! Even though the wine is good, don’t be greedy! 🚉Transportation guide: Pier Navigation: TSS Earnslaw-RealNZ Ferry Ticket Package: ① Round trip single boat ticket: price 99ZND/person (adult), 49ZND/person (child). ②Round-trip boat ticket + Walter Peak Farm + afternoon tea: price 145ZND/person (adult), 65ZND/person (child). ③ Round trip boat ticket + Walter Peak horse riding + afternoon tea: price 219ZND/person (adult), 169ZND/person (child). ④ Round trip boat ticket + Walter Peak Farm + BBQ: price 175 ZND/person (adult), 89 ZND/person (child). Kind tips Purchase tickets for the cruise at least one day in advance: The time required for the round-trip single boat ticket project is about 1.5 hours, and the other projects are 3.5h; The introduction and performance of the farm are all explained in English; When visiting the farm, be sure to follow the guided tour, and children must pay attention to safety. Queenstown Gardens: Located on a peninsula on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, not far from the TSS Earnslaw Steamship Terminal. When I went there, the light was perfect and it looked like a scene in Alice in Wonderland. Kind tips The town center is not big, so it is recommended to park at the hotel and walk there. Hey guys! There are also Big Face Burger, Internet celebrity candy store and Cookietime store (this store is better than the Auckland Factory store) waiting for you to order your cards!
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Posted: Jul 13, 2024
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