There is absolutely no funner place than the adventure capital of the world, Queenstown New Zealand.
We actually used this little city as the home base for our adventure – returning every few days, between the sites we were visiting around the south island.
When you first arrive, you can’t help but be taken in by the quaintness of the place. Small homes and businesses nestled in a gentle valley that is surrounded by huge hills and rough mountains. That is, until you experience Queenstown’s nightlife – and there ain’t nothing quaint about that.
Our first stop was Minus Zero, a notorious bar made entirely out of ice. We bundled up in the coats provided by the bar, and headed into the ice room. With glasses made of ice in hand, we sat at ice tables on ice chairs, surrounded by ice sculptures, shelving, and floors. The only thing warm were the people – who sang “Black Betty” in unison, before the next group came in.
From there we went onto the World Bar – a backpackers’ haven. This bar was completely different than the first – Minus Zero has a cool atmosphere (how could it not), World Bar, however, was HOT. In a steamy room, stuffed to capacity, the Latin music poured out from the band, while we danced the night away. It was here that I met Rrrrrommando, a tall dark and handsome brazillian who made my time in Queenstown worthwhile for more reason’s than one!
The following day, some of the girls gave bungee jumping a try. A bit of a wuss, I maxed out my daredevil side with a trip down the skyline Luge, which overlooks the city and the scenery.
It was hard to leave Queenstown, when it was finally time to go. It’s welcoming quality and people made it instantly feel like home.
For anyone visiting New Zealand, Queenstown is a must. It embodies the adventure and youth of the island, along with the incredible scenery that this amazing country is known for.
Flight: Still road tr-tr-trippin’
Accom: In Queenstown we stayed at the Hippo Hostel, at $35 a night, it’s clean, friendly, and adorable!
Highlights: late nights, drinks in a teapot, drinks on the rocks in the rocks, adventure, Brazilians, and a gorgeous view.
We actually used this little city as the home base for our adventure – returning every few days, between the sites we were visiting around the south island.
When you first arrive, you can’t help but be taken in by the quaintness of the place. Small homes and businesses nestled in a gentle valley that is surrounded by huge hills and rough mountains. That is, until you experience Queenstown’s nightlife – and there ain’t nothing quaint about that.
Our first stop was Minus Zero, a notorious bar made entirely out of ice. We bundled up in the coats provided by the bar, and headed into the ice room. With glasses made of ice in hand, we sat at ice tables on ice chairs, surrounded by ice sculptures, shelving, and floors. The only thing warm were the people – who sang “Black Betty” in unison, before the next group came in.
From there we went onto the World Bar – a backpackers’ haven. This bar was completely different than the first – Minus Zero has a cool atmosphere (how could it not), World Bar, however, was HOT. In a steamy room, stuffed to capacity, the Latin music poured out from the band, while we danced the night away. It was here that I met Rrrrrommando, a tall dark and handsome brazillian who made my time in Queenstown worthwhile for more reason’s than one!
The following day, some of the girls gave bungee jumping a try. A bit of a wuss, I maxed out my daredevil side with a trip down the skyline Luge, which overlooks the city and the scenery.
It was hard to leave Queenstown, when it was finally time to go. It’s welcoming quality and people made it instantly feel like home.
For anyone visiting New Zealand, Queenstown is a must. It embodies the adventure and youth of the island, along with the incredible scenery that this amazing country is known for.
Flight: Still road tr-tr-trippin’
Accom: In Queenstown we stayed at the Hippo Hostel, at $35 a night, it’s clean, friendly, and adorable!
Highlights: late nights, drinks in a teapot, drinks on the rocks in the rocks, adventure, Brazilians, and a gorgeous view.
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