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Destination Queenstown
Destination Queenstown is the regional tourism organisation, representing Queenstown in New Zealand and around the world.
Destination Queenstown (DQ) is the Regional Tourism Organisation (RTO) responsible for the marketing of Queenstown as the Southern Hemisphere's premier four season lake and alpine resort. As the neutral tourism contact point for the resort, we work with local businesses, including tourism operators, the hospitality industry, accommodation providers, retailers, and service sectors to promote Queenstown as a unique destination that offers visitors truly memorable experiences. Our role is to co-ordinate, facilitate, motivate and develop the marketing of Queenstown.
Destination Queenstown - Latest News [Page 7]
Queenstown enjoys strong start to winter
Friday, 10 August 2012, 2:43 pm | Destination Queenstown
Media release from Destination Queenstown 10 August 2012 Queenstown enjoys strong start to winter Queenstown’s June visitor numbers showed a strong start to winter according to Statistics New Zealand figures released today (10 August). The Commercial ... More >>
World class Kiwi snowboarding and surfing in winter webisode
Monday, 16 July 2012, 1:19 pm | Destination Queenstown
Diaries Down Under is back with another winter series, releasing the first of five high definition webisodes which showcase Queenstown and the surrounding region. More >>
Strong visitor night recovery for Queenstown in May
Wednesday, 11 July 2012, 4:45 pm | Destination Queenstown
Queenstown monthly visitor numbers showed a strong recovery for May 2012 according to Statistics New Zealand figures released today (11 July), with the resort town recording New Zealand’s highest visitor number increase. More >>
Snow comes to the party in Queenstown
Tuesday, 26 June 2012, 3:54 pm | Destination Queenstown
Snow comes to the party in Queenstown Queenstown, New Zealand (26 June 2012) - Queenstown is buzzing after overnight snowfalls brought snow downtown and turned the resort and surrounding mountains into a magical winter wonderland. More >>
Ten coolest days in New Zealand to kick off in Queenstown
Friday, 22 June 2012, 1:32 pm | Destination Queenstown
Media Release from Destination Queenstown Ten coolest days in New Zealand to kick off in Queenstown Queenstown, New Zealand (22 June 2012) – New Zealand’s 10 coolest days of the year will kick off in downtown Queenstown tonight when the 2012 American ... More >>
Queenstown visitor nights strong for April
Tuesday, 12 June 2012, 4:40 pm | Destination Queenstown
Figures released by Statistics New Zealand today (12 June) show strong growth in domestic visitors to Queenstown for April 2012 as well as a recovery in international visitation. More >>
Queenstown officially opens for ski season
Friday, 8 June 2012, 3:03 pm | Destination Queenstown
With snow blanketing the mountains overnight, Queenstown is buzzing with excitement ahead of tomorrow’s official start to the 2012 ski season. More >>
Queenstown polls as number one destination for Kiwis
Friday, 8 June 2012, 2:32 pm | Destination Queenstown
Queenstown has polled as the number one destination for Kiwi travellers according to a survey of 17,000 New Zealanders by Travelbug, the travel website run by Trade Me. More >>
Queenstown hosts NZ conference and incentive organisers
Wednesday, 23 May 2012, 6:33 pm | Destination Queenstown
A group of conference sector professionals with the potential to bring millions of dollars of business to Queenstown have been targeted to experience the resort town’s offerings firsthand. More >>
New CEO announced for Destination Queenstown
Monday, 14 May 2012, 11:28 am | Destination Queenstown
Chairman Mark Quickfall announced today (14 May) that Destination Queenstown’s current General Manager of Marketing Graham Budd has been appointed the new Chief Executive of the regional tourism organisation. More >>
Queenstown welcomes world’s tourism heavyweights for TRENZ
Saturday, 5 May 2012, 12:55 pm | Destination Queenstown
Queenstown begins welcoming tourism heavyweights from around the world this weekend ahead of TRENZ, New Zealand’s premier international trade event. More >>
Queenstown voted number one NZ destination in South Pacific
Saturday, 5 May 2012, 11:45 am | Destination Queenstown
Queenstown’s staggering beauty and diverse outdoor adventures have earned international accolades at this year’s Travellers Choice Awards run by the world's biggest travel website. More >>
Queenstown guest nights slightly down for February
Thursday, 12 April 2012, 4:11 pm | Destination Queenstown
Research released today (12 April) shows a slight overall decrease in guest nights for Queenstown in February 2012 compared to the previous year. More >>
Queenstown visitor numbers up
Tuesday, 13 March 2012, 10:55 am | Destination Queenstown
Media release from Destination Queenstown 13 March 2012 Queenstown visitor numbers up for third consecutive month January 2012 visitor numbers released by Statistics New Zealand yesterday (12 March) show Queenstown performed well for a third consecutive ... More >>
Destination Queenstown CEO moves to NZ’s key Asian markets
Wednesday, 29 February 2012, 11:43 am | Destination Queenstown
Destination Queenstown Board Chairman Mark Quickfall today announced the resignation of the organisation’s Chief Executive Tony Everitt who will join Tourism New Zealand’s Executive Team as General Manager – Asian Markets on 26 April 2012. More >>
New mountain biking video web series for Queenstown
Tuesday, 31 January 2012, 3:48 pm | Destination Queenstown
Queenstown, New Zealand (31 January 2012) - A cutting edge youth-oriented video web series showcasing Queenstown’s diversity as a top mountain biking destination has been launched worldwide. More >>
Action-packed events calendar in Queenstown this summer
Wednesday, 30 November 2011, 11:34 am | Destination Queenstown
Queenstown is heating up for an action-packed summer with new international concerts, New Year’s Eve celebrations, food and wine festivals, street parties, free community events, and sporting matches. More >>
Queenstown to host key tourism industry events in 2012
Monday, 28 November 2011, 2:40 pm | Destination Queenstown
Queenstown’s appeal as a business tourism destination continues to grow after securing several key visitor industry events for next year. More >>
Queenstown's Cycle Tourism Cranks Up For Summer
Friday, 25 November 2011, 12:46 pm | Destination Queenstown
The Southern Hemisphere's hottest biking destination is gearing up for summer with trails guaranteed to spin everyone's wheels, from beginners to extreme bikers. New and improved trails around Queenstown offer a host of world-class terrain across ... More >>
Take a hike and explore Queenstown this summer
Monday, 21 November 2011, 4:42 pm | Destination Queenstown
With its world renowned multi-day hiking tracks and walking trails now open for summer, Queenstown is buzzing with visitors keen to explore the magnificent scenery. More >>
