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The best ski resorts in New Zealand

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The best place to ski in New Zealand is at Mt Hutt, about a 90-minute drive from Christchurch, according to the international judging panel of the World Ski Awards. The World Ski Awards are the ‘Oscars’ of the global ski … Read More

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The best ski hotels in New Zealand

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New Zealand’s best ski hotels are mainly in the South Island and they offer luxury surrounds at the end of a busy day on the slopes. The hotel currently judged to be the best of all is The Rees Hotel, … Read More

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Best ski chalets in New Zealand

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Visitors to Central Otago’s stunning ski slopes have plenty of choices when it comes to chalet-style accommodation.  The best have been named in the annual World Ski Awards with Queenstown’s Azur Luxury Lodge taking the title of Best Ski Chalets … Read More

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Best boutique ski hotels in New Zealand

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A lakeside hotel in Queenstown has been judged the best boutique ski hotel in New Zealand four years in a row. Eichardt’s Private Hotel, with its stunning views of Lake Wakatipu, is just a few minutes walk from the centre … Read More

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