.As the season of mellow fruitfulness starts to take hold, with the promise of crisper days and blazing leaf displays, our great adventure capital of Queenstown is good to go. The southern skifields are still several months away from opening, but the first flush of snowfall on the Remarkables is
Travel: Serene and welcoming Queenstown
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For the ultimate Kiwiana experience, the Walter Peak High Country excursion is a cracker, comprising a winning blend of awe-inspiring scenery, farm demonstrations, heritage insights and hearty country-style cuisine.
Otago is a premium wine-growing region and the plaudits are lavished on the local pinot noir, which I adore. But my favourite way to discover the wealth of local wines in the shortest possible time is to visit Wine Tastes, a one-stop-tasting shop in the heart of Queenstown. You can taste more than 80 wines, including 24 fabulous pinot noirs, at the touch of a button and at your own pace.
Speaking of the pleasures of the palate, Queenstown's signature hospitality venues huddle around the picturesque lakefront creating a colourful, vibrant precinct.
If you fancy a night cap and cheerful live entertainment, you can't beat the atmosphere of Queenstown's original Irish pub, Pog Mahones.