Sitting between dramatic mountain ranges and bright-blue Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown is one of the prettiest towns in New Zealand – gaining its name because it was deemed ‘fit for a Queen’. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur, someone who’s keen on a little adventure or a Lord of the Rings fan, visiting Queenstown is sure to be a highlight of a vacation in New Zealand. Read on to learn more about Queenstown’s history and MoaTrek’s suggestions for enjoying the very best of what this area has to offer.