Jan’s Peak in Queenstown is awesome: it’s super easy to access (7km return from Queenstown, and about 3km return from the Skyline)has a unique viewpoint overlooking Queenstownyou’ll most likely have the spot to yourself Yet, it’s what I would...
The Tiki Trail in Queenstown is a 2km walk (one way) with over 400 metres of elevation gain. Best of all? It starts in Queenstown, and the top is at the Skyline with amazing views over Queenstown. While most people will take the gondola (not cheap) up to do various...
The Wanaka Skyline Track is a 23km end-to-end hike up and over both Mount Alpha and Mount Roy (you follow Roys Peak Track to start). This post will give you all the details you need to know about the walking Wanakas Skyline Track. Before getting started, it’ll...
The Speights Ale House Wanaka was my first visit to one of the 12+ Speights ale houses nationwide. As soon as I arrived I appreciate how they have branded the place. The wording or logo was on detailed everywhere from table numbers, windows, edging on some seats, and...
I’m far from a local in Queenstown, but as a long term guest at Haka Lodge, there’s a question that comes up often: What do you prefer? Devil Burger or Fergburger? **debate ensues** There’s usually no one-sided answer but many will say they have some...
