Building An Authoritative Travel Blog

Authoritative blogs seem all the rage at the moment but what exactly is an " Authoritative Travel Blog ?" Well my understanding of the matter is it is a blog that is not only very informative to the readers but that the information comes from authoritative type people in connection with what they are writing about.

Hopefully my articles below will give an insight on travel and travel related experiences from all over the world from many authoritative writers as they have been there and done that.

Articles will be and are published often and this means current travel experiences and up to date places to visit. If you have also visited these places or wish to comment then please do so remembering this blog is intended to family orientated visitors so please be respectful.

I have seen many fears raised through my article site and feel that any traveller today that, for one reason or another, decides against travel insurance then they are possibly being a little short sighted. We do not want our boats to sink but are happy to carry life rafts. travel insurance is a similar idea. We do not wish to ever claim on it but if things go wrong as they sometimes do it is a benifit to have the insurance.

Sunday, August 2, 2009

Things to do in Queenstown New Zealand. A brief overview of the best activities on offer in one of the Worlds great destinations.

By Roman Ashton-Murray

Queenstown is the jewel in New Zealand's crown, situated in a stunning natural alpine setting. Lakes and mountains surround the town and provide the scene for the many wonderful things to see and do on your vacation.

From Heliskiing to River Jet-boating, Bungy Jumping, Tandem Paragliding, White Water Rafting and mountain hikes - for the ultimate adrenalin rush, there is plenty to choose from in Queenstown.

Queenstown is world famous as the best playground for adrenaline junkies, it also offers much more then just, extreme activities. If relaxing is more your idea of a holiday, you will find many relaxing options in this beautiful part of the Southern Lakes region. There are fabulous restaurants, shopping, tranquil lake cruises, health and beauty spa's, nature walks, international golf courses, fly fishing, cultural tours, and so much more.

Queenstown is not just a Summer resort, in winter is it becomes a wonderland. It has a great range of easily accessed ski fields including Coronet Peak, Cardrona Alpine Resort, The Remarkables Ski Area and Treble Cone. If you want world class Heliskiing then try Harris Mountain Heliski.

If you are feeling brave take a leap of faith into thin air with the guys at AJ Hackett Bungy. Choose from the historic Kawarau Bridge, off a ledge at the top of a mountain, or swing from a rope over the Shotover Canyon.

A ride up the Skyline Gondola for 220 degree panorama views including Coronet Peak and Lake Wakatipu offers a more relaxing alternative. Once there you also have available a restaurant, cafe, luge, walks and hikes. A unique experience is the Haka Pa which offers a taste of Maori cultural. It includes a formal welcome to their Maori Village, concert performance and traditional Maori feast.

A scenic cruise on board the TSS Earnslaw Steamship across Lake Wakatipu is another wonderful way to spend a lazy afternoon.

Everything you have heard is true - Queenstown really is an incredible destination that offers so many exciting opportunities. Where else in the world in a single day can you jump off a bridge, play a relaxing round of golf, take a gondola ride up a mountain before racing back down on a Luge. By now it is only lunch time so enjoy a meal at an award winning caf before a spot of fly-fishing. If you still want more then a break-neck jet boat trip down the Shotover River could be fitted in before a relaxing massage. Then it's time to hit the town to enjoy the awesome bars and restaurants. Still plenty left for tomorrow!

Spring, Summer, Autumn or Winter, Queenstown has plenty to offer visitors, no matter what your age, holiday tastes or budget!

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