Where to stay

Topping many adventurous travelers' bucket lists, Queenstown is where adrenaline-seekers and nature lovers stay in New Zealand. Kick back in a hotel room on mesmerizing Lake Wakatipu, climb Queenstown Hill to gaze at the Remarkables mountain range, and maybe, just maybe, bungee jump from the Kawarau Falls Bridge. The local neighborhoods boast plenty of options for rest and relaxation after all your outdoor pursuits. Get comfortable in some of the world's best farm-to-table dining establishments and welcoming bars, where you can boast of your adventures and get ideas for your next one.