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country ’ s first electric passenger ferry , Ika Rere , which awaits post conference cocktail receptions in the city ’ s harbour .
Queenstown Queenstown Tahuna is a world-class destination and is no stranger to hosting both community and sophisticated events .
Queenstown prides itself on the importance of knowing a destination so that organisers can build itineraries that are tailored to organiser needs . Investment has not been in short supply to enhance the area ’ s prospects , with billions of dollars of developments currently underway .
As of June 2022 , Queenstown boasted more than 4,300 hotel rooms , up 40 % since June 2018 pre-Covid-19 levels . This includes developments near the Airport and a new beyond 5-star Queenstown Town Centre offering . There is also the $ 220m Skyline development , $ 750m Gibbston Valley Resort , ski field expansions and the reopening of the iconic O ’ Connells Mall .
Queenstown is a powerful incentive adventure with a rich history of inspiring imagination and exploration . Organiser ’ s are encouraged to motivate their exceptional performers to go further and to harness Queenstown ’ s energy .
Incentive travel is a big asset for the destination . Locals say that when you reward your team with a trip to Queenstown they come back with so much more than memories . Huge emphasis is placed on self-confidence and self-discovery .
Local incentive trip experts can tailor an experience to motivate your team . Whether organisers want to incorporate a strategy session , learning elements , give back to the local community , push their team out of their comfort zone , or simply inspire awe and wonder .
Queenstown has a vast array of activities . Organisers bring delegates there every year by the thousand and never do the same thing twice . The breadth of choice caters to all interests .
Popular activities include New Zealand ’ s highest bungy jump , the world ’ s steepest zipline , and a sky dive over the Southern Alps . Or head out into the backcountry to tramp and climb with our expert guides .
Queenstown also offers gentler adventures . Immerse in nature with biking , jetboating or 4WD , play New Zealand ’ s finest golf courses , or experience a lake cruise , sightseeing flight , or wine tour .
Local event experts can curate an itinerary that delivers something for everyone , from party people to introverts . And if delegates bring their families , organisers can develop a programme of activities for partners as well .
Legacy and sustainability are huge factors , and a proactive programme is
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now on offer . Destination Queenstown and the Queenstown Convention Bureau in 2022 launched the Queenstown Connection Programme . The programme aspires to create opportunities allowing visitors to contribute to the Queenstown community while they attend conferences or other events .
A total of 16 local not-for-profit organisations and trusts already make substantial and long-lasting contributions to the local community in Queenstown . Many of them are run by volunteers , funded by donations from the local community , and contributions from visiting groups .
As a destination , Queenstown aims to ensure sustainability within the tourism industry , for the community , the environment and visitor experience . The connections provide much-needed support for the local community , assist in the preservation of the environment , and continue to enhance the culture within this small community .
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