Why Hold Your Conference in Queenstown ?
Why Hold Your Conference in Queenstown… because it’s Fit for a Queen (or King)
Ringed by the majestic Remarkables ranges, on the southwest corner of New Zealand’s South Island, this lakeside alpine resort may be a haven for adventure seekers but it has just as much to offer the business traveller. It’s the energetic ‘anything is possible’ atmosphere in a region of unrivalled scenic diversity that gives Queenstown its edge. Add to this a huge variety of accommodation and conference venues, the action-packed itineraries and relaxing pampering options and some of the world’s best wine and food, and you couldn’t find a more inspiring place to do business!
Q…Quality Accommodation
From ground sheets to silk sheets, Queenstown’s well-developed accommodation infrastructure satisfies every type of conference group and business traveller. From international hotel chains to five-star luxury lodges, Queenstown’s sophisticated convention facilities can host conferences and incentives catering for both intimate and large groups – and everything in between.
U…Unique Dining Venues
Queenstown offers an amazing array of dining venues for private and corporate events. Choose from one of more than 150 restaurants and pubs or opt for something different such as a winery, steam boat cruise, historic homestead, themed marquee event or head up the gondola and dine with a panoramic vista at Skyline Restaurant You can add flare to your event with theming from one of our local theming companies.
E…Energising Activities and Team Building Options
Queenstown is the place to tick off all those activities on your ‘to do’ list! From mild to wild, you will find your adventure threshold here. The expansive natural physical environment offers superb air, water and land based sports. Go off roading, flying, bungy jumping, skydiving, ballooning, paragliding, sailing, rafting, sledging, swinging, skiing, cycling, walking, climbing, jet boating and more – Queenstown has it all!
E…Easy Access
Getting to Queenstown is easy as the region is well served by major airlines. Air New Zealand and Qantas fly direct from Sydney and Melbourne year round with this service extending to encompass Brisbane in winter. Domestically, there are several connections daily from New Zealand’s main cities of Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.
N…Never
You’ll NEVER want to leave. The hardest part of conferencing in Queenstown is getting the delegates to go home!
Queenstown Convention Bureau
The Queenstown Convention Bureau is here to help business travellers and conference/event organisers. An independent, free-of-charge service, the Bureau focuses on facilitating conference and incentive travel. It provides information on accommodation, venues, activities and professional conference organisers who can assist you in successfully delivering your event. The Bureau also facilitates bid documentation, helps with site inspections and provides support marketing material.
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Editorial and images supplied courtesy of Queenstown Convention Bureau (www.queenstown-nz.co.nz)