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Southern Discoveries buys shares in Milford Sound Lodge
Friday, 30 August 2013, 2:30 pm | Southern Discoveries
The oldest and most established tourism operator in Milford Sound, Southern Discoveries, has purchased a shareholding in Milford Sound Lodge. Milford Sound Lodge Directors Mike McConachie and Dave Kluken, who have operated the lodge for almost 14 years, ... More >>
Southern Discoveries’ Spirit of Queenstown Home Safe
Friday, 23 August 2013, 5:31 pm | Southern Discoveries
Multi-million dollar catamaran Spirit of Queenstown arrived safe and sound at her new home on Lake Wakatipu yesterday afternoon (Thursday August 22). More >>
Spirit of Queenstown well on her way to Bluff
Wednesday, 14 August 2013, 11:26 am | Southern Discoveries
Multi-million dollar catamaran Spirit of Queenstown rounded Farewell Spit yesterday morning (Tuesday August 13) after successfully crossing the Tasman Sea in three and a half days. More >>
Sinbad Gully conservation project an outstanding success
Tuesday, 6 August 2013, 10:57 am | Southern Discoveries
A major Milford Sound conservation project spearheaded by leading South Island tourism company Southern Discoveries is proving an outstanding success in restoring a natural haven to its former glory. More >>
Spirit of Queenstown makes her way South
Thursday, 25 July 2013, 11:59 am | Southern Discoveries
Queenstown’s newest tourism attraction moved a step closer to opening today (July 25 2013) when Southern Discoveries’ multi-million dollar catamaran was launched into the Coral Sea to start her long journey to Lake Wakatipu. The purpose-built ... More >>
New Asian markets manager for Southern Discoveries
Thursday, 6 June 2013, 2:12 pm | Southern Discoveries
Premier South Island tourism operator Southern Discoveries is extending its reach to the burgeoning Chinese and Asian markets with the appointment of Cecil Potatau to its Auckland-based sales team. More >>
Southern Discoveries sells Lady of the Sounds
Wednesday, 5 June 2013, 11:52 am | Southern Discoveries
Premier tourism company Southern Discoveries has announced the sale of its Lady of the Sounds vessel, based in Milford Sound, to Cruising Milford Ltd. More >>
Season’s first major snowfall greets Milford Sound team
Monday, 27 May 2013, 4:54 pm | Southern Discoveries
The Southern Discoveries Milford Sound team awoke this morning (May 27 2013) to stunning white peaks following the first snowfall of the season last night. More >>
TripAdvisor names Southern Discoveries one of world’s best
Friday, 24 May 2013, 4:51 pm | Southern Discoveries
Premier South Island tourism operator Southern Discoveries has cemented its position as one of the country’s best tourism operators with two prestigious accolades from the world’s largest travel community TripAdvisor. More >>
Southern Discoveries Launches High-Speed Catamaran Tour
Monday, 22 April 2013, 12:23 pm | Southern Discoveries
Media Release from Southern Discoveries April 22 2013 Southern Discoveries Launches High-Speed Catamaran Tour And Nature Experience Premier South Island tourism company Southern Discoveries is continuing to invest in its tourism operation, launching ... More >>
Southern Discoveries to open visitor information centre
Thursday, 14 February 2013, 11:20 am | Southern Discoveries
Media Release from Southern Discoveries February 14 2013 Southern Discoveries to open visitor information centre in premium CBD location Established tourism company Southern Discoveries is continuing to expand and invest in its business with the ... More >>
Millions invested in new high-speed catamaran
Tuesday, 5 February 2013, 1:10 pm | Southern Discoveries
Premier South Island tourism company Southern Discoveries is continuing to invest in new business opportunities after signing on the dotted line for a multi-million-dollar new high-speed catamaran. More >>
Rare penguins delighting Milford Sound visitors
Monday, 10 September 2012, 2:20 pm | Southern Discoveries
Media release from Southern Discoveries 10 September 2012 Rare penguins delighting Milford Sound visitors Some of the world’s most rare penguins are putting on a show for delighted visitors to New Zealand’s Milford Sound. Visitors and guides ... More >>
Rare Southern Right Whale in Milford Sound
Friday, 24 August 2012, 1:58 pm | Southern Discoveries
Media Release from Southern Discoveries 24 August 2012 Rare Southern Right Whale stuns Southern Discoveries visitors in Milford Sound A rare and very special visitor has made an appearance at stunning Milford Sound this week, captured on camera by ... More >>
Ongoing success for South Island tourism operator
Tuesday, 21 August 2012, 1:02 pm | Southern Discoveries
Premier South Island tourism company Southern Discoveries has again cemented its position as an industry leader with a trifecta of accolades. Southern Discoveries’ Go Milford coach and cruise business, based in Te Anau, has been announced 2012 New ... More >>
Frosty temperatures provide icy spectacle
Tuesday, 3 July 2012, 2:31 pm | Southern Discoveries
3 July 2012 Frosty temperatures provide icy spectacle… On route to Milford Sound this morning Southern Discoveries General Manager John Robson had to make a stop to photograph these stunning icicles on his way to work. They were taken on the side ... More >>
Penguins find new home at Queenstown Primary School
Monday, 2 July 2012, 11:03 am | Southern Discoveries
Media release from Southern Discoveries 2 July 2012 Penguins find new home at Queenstown Primary School More >>
Sinbad Gully sponsorship hugely rewarding
Wednesday, 21 March 2012, 11:12 am | Southern Discoveries
An award-winning environmental conservation project in a World Heritage Area is continuing to demonstrate “uplifting and positive” results half-way through the first stage of work. More >>
Rare Penguins return to Milford Sound
Monday, 30 January 2012, 10:28 am | Southern Discoveries
The Fiordland Crested Penguin (Tawaki) checks out the Milford Sound Wharf on a gorgeous day in the fiord. More >>
Summer Snow in Milford Sound
Monday, 16 January 2012, 4:44 pm | Southern Discoveries
A stunning vista greeted Southern Discoveries guests at Milford Sound this morning. A bright summers day and calm conditions reflected an unseasonably snowcapped Mitre Peak in the still, clear waters of the fiord. This gorgeous image was snapped by ... More >>