{"id":16937,"date":"2022-08-20T00:01:27","date_gmt":"2022-08-19T23:01:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/testjournal.slh.com\/?p=16937"},"modified":"2022-09-01T11:00:03","modified_gmt":"2022-09-01T10:00:03","slug":"new-zealand-south-island","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/","title":{"rendered":"The most beautiful places on New Zealand\u2019s South Island, plus where to stay"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]\n

A dream-like destination for the \u2018wild at heart\u2019 traveller<\/h3>\nC<\/span>losed to almost all international arrivals since the start of the pandemic, New Zealand<\/a> finally reopened its borders this summer for some long awaited, back-to-nature adventures. The sheer wilderness of this unspoiled landscape filled with fern-covered forests, rolling valleys, and snow-capped mountains is home to some of the world\u2019s most breathtakingly beautiful spots, beloved by film-makers and photographers for its cinematic scenery. Here, we journey from one natural wonder to the next, sharing the best boutique hotels to stay the night at along the way.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]\n

Lake Wakatipu<\/h2>\n

No visit to Queenstown<\/a> would be complete without exploring the crystal clear waters of New Zealand\u2019s longest lake \u2013 whether by boat, kayak, or paddleboard, or hiking and cycling the many trails which skirt the shoreline. Winter sports lovers should head up the suitably-named Remarkables mountain range, which forms a ruggedly beautiful backdrop to Lake Wakatipu\u2019s south-eastern shores.[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”16940″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]Where to stay: <\/strong>Nestled on a hillside and overlooking shimmering Lake Wakatipu and its surrounding mountain ranges, The Carlin Hotel\u2019s<\/a> interiors have just as much wow-factor as its views. Take your pick from a handful of exquisite suites, which all come with rooftop spas and outdoor living areas to soak up the lakeside location.[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”16941″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]Meanwhile, each stylish suite and apartment at Eichardt\u2019s Private Hotel<\/a> frames awe-inspiring lake and mountain views. For peak privacy, choose The Residence, an elegant villa set slightly apart from the main hotel.[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”16942″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]\n

Central Otago<\/h2>\n

Home to world-class wineries, a quirky art scene, and endless stretches of cycle trails, there is something for every type of traveller in Central Otago. Sip wine straight from the vines at one of the many small, independently-run wineries, follow the art trail and meet local artisans in their studios, and take to two wheels with over 300km of inter-connected off-road routes to explore \u2013 all just two hours from your boutique base in Queenstown.[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”16943″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]\n

Lake Wanaka<\/h2>\n

A prime day trip destination for nature lovers and adventure seekers, Lake Wanaka is just an hour\u2019s drive from Queenstown. A mystical energy surrounds the mountain-backed waters, where New Zealand\u2019s most photographed tree seemingly floats on the surface, standing alone against the Southern Alps. Winter turns Wanaka into a snowsports paradise, while the quaint little town of Wanaka itself has all the charms of an alpine village.[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”16944″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]\n

Queen Charlotte Sound<\/h2>\n

The sheltered coves and dramatic, rocky coastline surrounding Queen Charlotte Sound<\/a> is made to be explored by water. Hire a kayak, or a boat for a private sailing tour to spot dolphins and orca whales, while keeping an eye on the coast for fur seals. Back on dry land, explore woodland tracks, pretty waterside towns, drowned river valleys, rocky headlands and deserted sandy beaches.<\/p>\n

Where to stay:<\/strong> Set in a tranquil cove with beautiful views of the Marlborough Sounds, Bay of Many Coves<\/a> is an eco-marine haven, way off the beaten track. The clear cool waters, sheltered coves and native bush backdrops provide a spectacular setting for wildlife watching, where playful fur seals and island birds can be spotted from your private balcony.[\/vc_column_text][vc_gallery type=”flickity_static_height_style” images=”16946,16950,16945,16947,16948,16949,16951″ flickity_spacing=”default” flickity_controls=”next_prev_arrows_overlaid” flickity_overflow=”visible” flickity_wrap_around=”wrap” flickity_box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” onclick=”link_no”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]\n

Hagley Park<\/h2>\n

Widely known as New Zealand\u2019s \u2018Garden City\u2019, Christchurch<\/a> has the feel of a quintessentially English town. At its heart is Hagley Park, an expansive green space filled with flora, fauna, and wildlife along the banks of the Avon River. Framed by mature trees and expansive lawns, the natural wetlands and sand dunes have been transformed into the Botanical Gardens, creating an urban oasis like no other.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”16952″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”16953″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]Where to stay: <\/strong>A stylish sanctuary within striking distance of Christchurch\u2019s city centre, The George<\/a> overlooks Hagley Park and the Avon River, with interiors inspired by the surrounding indigenous trees. The Considerate Collection<\/a> hotel and EnviroGold-rated property is as green as its setting, complimentary bicycles and refillable \u2018low suds\u2019 amenities made from local products such as \u2018harakeke\u2019 and lemon grass, to supporting native bird rewilding projects.[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”16954″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]\n

Port Hills<\/h2>\n

Bridging the gap between laidback Lyttelton and cosmopolitan Christchurch, the Port Hills are made for cross-country mountain biking adventures. Riders and walkers are rewarded with jaw-dropping Pacific Ocean views across the Canterbury Plains, over the harbour of Lyttelton, and towards the Kaikoura Mountains on a clear day.<\/p>\n

Milford Sound<\/h2>\n

On the South Island\u2019s west coast, deep within Fiordland National Park lies Milford Sound. Hours away from the nearest town, this natural haven is a true slice of escapism \u2013 picture thundering waterfalls, sky-scraping mountain peaks, and dolphins diving in dark, inky waters. Take a walk on the wild side by trekking up the four-day Milford Track, beginning at the northern end of Lake Te Anau.[\/vc_column_text][image_with_animation image_url=”16955″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]\n

Lake Tekapo<\/h2>\n

Tucked away in a UNESCO Dark Sky Reserve, Lake Tekapo is picturesque by day and dazzling at night when the skies come alive \u2013 drawing stargazers to the nearby Mount John Observatory. In spring time, colourful lupins give the Mackenzie Basin a pink-purple tinge, fine rock-flour ground by glaciers over time suspended in the water has turned the lake a milky-turquoise hue.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”16956″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][image_with_animation image_url=”16957″ image_size=”full” animation_type=”entrance” animation=”Fade In” hover_animation=”none” alignment=”” border_radius=”none” box_shadow=”none” image_loading=”default” max_width=”100%” max_width_mobile=”default”][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text css_animation=”fadeIn”]\n

Hokitika Gorge<\/h2>\n

You\u2019ll want to bring your camera for this one. The much-Instagrammed Hokitika Gorge is a photographer\u2019s dream where a forest-fringed, rocky ridge meets a spectacular swing bridge suspended above shimmering blue waters. Continue up the track for another 200 metres through the bush to another viewing platform which looks out over the gorge upstream of the bridge.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=”No Line”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=”full_width_background” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bg_color=”#f4f4f4″ scene_position=”center” top_padding=”-20″ bottom_padding=”0″ text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” class=”c2-row” advanced_gradient_angle=”0″ overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_color=”#000000″ shape_divider_position=”top” bg_image_animation=”none” shape_type=”straight_section” gradient_type=”default”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”0px” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/1″ tablet_width_inherit=”default” tablet_text_alignment=”default” phone_text_alignment=”default” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_row_inner equal_height=”yes” content_placement=”bottom” column_margin=”none” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” bottom_padding=”30″ bottom_padding_tablet=”20″ text_align=”left” row_position=”default” row_position_tablet=”inherit” row_position_phone=”inherit” class=”c2-inner-row” overflow=”visible” pointer_events=”all”][vc_column_inner column_padding=”padding-5-percent” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”right” column_element_spacing=”5px” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” gradient_direction=”left_to_right” overlay_strength=”0.3″ width=”1\/2″ tablet_width_inherit=”small_desktop” animation_type=”default” bg_image_animation=”none” border_type=”simple” column_border_width=”none” column_border_style=”solid”][vc_column_text el_class=”c2-heading”]\n

Featured Hotels<\/h2>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][carousel script=”flickity” flickity_formatting=”default” desktop_cols_flickity=”4″ desktop_small_cols_flickity=”3″ tablet_cols_flickity=”2″ flickity_controls=”next_prev_arrows_overlaid” color=”extra-color-2″ flickity_overflow=”hidden” flickity_wrap_around=”no-wrap” flickity_spacing=”5px” flickity_column_vertical_alignment=”default” column_padding=”0″ flickity_element_spacing=”0″ flickity_image_scale_on_drag=”true” border_radius=”none”][item simple_slider_bg_image_position=”default” simple_slider_overlay_strength=”0.3″ simple_slider_bg_image_loading=”default” id=”1662026384002-0″ title=”Item” tab_id=”1662026384003-3″][fancy_box box_style=”image_above_text_underline” image_url=”16958″ image_aspect_ratio=”4-5″ link_new_tab=”true” content_color=”#000000″ border_radius=”default” image_loading=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”none” image_size=”large” link_url=”https:\/\/slh.com\/hotels\/the-carlin-hotel”]\n

The Carlin Hotel<\/h4>\n

Queenstown, New Zealand[\/fancy_box][\/item][item simple_slider_bg_image_position=”default” simple_slider_overlay_strength=”0.3″ simple_slider_bg_image_loading=”default” id=”1662026384069-0″ title=”Item” tab_id=”1662026384071-9″][fancy_box box_style=”image_above_text_underline” image_url=”16959″ image_aspect_ratio=”4-5″ link_new_tab=”true” content_color=”#000000″ border_radius=”default” image_loading=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”none” image_size=”large” link_url=”https:\/\/slh.com\/hotels\/eichardt-s-private-hotel”]\n

Eichardt’s Private Hotel<\/h4>\n

Queenstown, New Zealand[\/fancy_box][\/item][item simple_slider_bg_image_position=”default” simple_slider_overlay_strength=”0.3″ simple_slider_bg_image_loading=”default” id=”1662026384105-9″ title=”Item” tab_id=”1662026384106-0″][fancy_box box_style=”image_above_text_underline” image_url=”16960″ image_aspect_ratio=”4-5″ link_new_tab=”true” content_color=”#000000″ border_radius=”default” image_loading=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”none” image_size=”large” link_url=”https:\/\/slh.com\/hotels\/bay-of-many-coves”]\n

Bay of Many Coves<\/h4>\n

Queen Charlotte Sound, New Zealand[\/fancy_box][\/item][item simple_slider_bg_image_position=”default” simple_slider_overlay_strength=”0.3″ simple_slider_bg_image_loading=”default” id=”1662026384133-7″ title=”Item” tab_id=”1662026384134-7″][fancy_box box_style=”image_above_text_underline” image_url=”16961″ image_aspect_ratio=”4-5″ link_new_tab=”true” content_color=”#000000″ border_radius=”default” image_loading=”default” enable_animation=”true” animation=”none” image_size=”large” link_url=”https:\/\/slh.com\/hotels\/the-george-christchurch”]\n

The George<\/h4>\n

Christchurch, New Zealand[\/fancy_box][\/item][\/carousel][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

[vc_row type=”in_container” full_screen_row_position=”middle” column_margin=”default” column_direction=”default” column_direction_tablet=”default” column_direction_phone=”default” scene_position=”center” text_color=”dark” text_align=”left” row_border_radius=”none” row_border_radius_applies=”bg” overflow=”visible” overlay_strength=”0.3″ gradient_direction=”left_to_right” shape_divider_position=”bottom” bg_image_animation=”none”][vc_column column_padding=”no-extra-padding” column_padding_tablet=”inherit” column_padding_phone=”inherit” column_padding_position=”all” column_element_spacing=”default” background_color_opacity=”1″ background_hover_color_opacity=”1″ column_shadow=”none” column_border_radius=”none” column_link_target=”_self” column_position=”default”…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":16938,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[94],"yoast_head":"\nThe most beautiful places on New Zealand\u2019s South Island, plus where to stay - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Journal<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"A dream-like destination for the \u2018wild at heart\u2019 traveller, New Zealand is home to some of the world's best natural beauty spots.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"noindex, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_GB\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"The most beautiful places on New Zealand\u2019s South Island, plus where to stay - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Journal\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:description\" content=\"A dream-like destination for the \u2018wild at heart\u2019 traveller, New Zealand is home to some of the world's best natural beauty spots.\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:url\" content=\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:site_name\" content=\"Small Luxury Hotels of the World Journal\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:published_time\" content=\"2022-08-19T23:01:27+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"article:modified_time\" content=\"2022-09-01T10:00:03+00:00\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:image\" content=\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/NZ-hero.jpg\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:width\" content=\"1920\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:height\" content=\"1080\" \/>\n\t<meta property=\"og:image:type\" content=\"image\/jpeg\" \/>\n<meta name=\"author\" content=\"Chloe Frost-Smith\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:card\" content=\"summary_large_image\" \/>\n<meta name=\"twitter:label1\" content=\"Written by\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data1\" content=\"Chloe Frost-Smith\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:label2\" content=\"Estimated reading time\" \/>\n\t<meta name=\"twitter:data2\" content=\"8 minutes\" \/>\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\" class=\"yoast-schema-graph\">{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"WebPage\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/\",\"name\":\"The most beautiful places on New Zealand\u2019s South Island, plus where to stay - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Journal\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/#website\"},\"datePublished\":\"2022-08-19T23:01:27+00:00\",\"dateModified\":\"2022-09-01T10:00:03+00:00\",\"author\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/#\/schema\/person\/503e0e9d24993af4d84d96922eced600\"},\"description\":\"A dream-like destination for the \u2018wild at heart\u2019 traveller, New Zealand is home to some of the world's best natural beauty spots.\",\"breadcrumb\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/#breadcrumb\"},\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"ReadAction\",\"target\":[\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/\"]}]},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/#breadcrumb\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"The most beautiful places on New Zealand\u2019s South Island, plus where to stay\"}]},{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/#website\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/\",\"name\":\"Small Luxury Hotels of the World Journal\",\"description\":\"\",\"potentialAction\":[{\"@type\":\"SearchAction\",\"target\":{\"@type\":\"EntryPoint\",\"urlTemplate\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/?s={search_term_string}\"},\"query-input\":\"required name=search_term_string\"}],\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\"},{\"@type\":\"Person\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/#\/schema\/person\/503e0e9d24993af4d84d96922eced600\",\"name\":\"Chloe Frost-Smith\",\"image\":{\"@type\":\"ImageObject\",\"inLanguage\":\"en-GB\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f2ee9cf13d9d958f65d9bc41f06ae786?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"contentUrl\":\"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f2ee9cf13d9d958f65d9bc41f06ae786?s=96&d=mm&r=g\",\"caption\":\"Chloe Frost-Smith\"},\"url\":\"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/author\/chloe-frostsmith\/\"}]}<\/script>\n<!-- \/ Yoast SEO plugin. -->","yoast_head_json":{"title":"The most beautiful places on New Zealand\u2019s South Island, plus where to stay - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Journal","description":"A dream-like destination for the \u2018wild at heart\u2019 traveller, New Zealand is home to some of the world's best natural beauty spots.","robots":{"index":"noindex","follow":"follow","max-snippet":"max-snippet:-1","max-image-preview":"max-image-preview:large","max-video-preview":"max-video-preview:-1"},"og_locale":"en_GB","og_type":"article","og_title":"The most beautiful places on New Zealand\u2019s South Island, plus where to stay - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Journal","og_description":"A dream-like destination for the \u2018wild at heart\u2019 traveller, New Zealand is home to some of the world's best natural beauty spots.","og_url":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/","og_site_name":"Small Luxury Hotels of the World Journal","article_published_time":"2022-08-19T23:01:27+00:00","article_modified_time":"2022-09-01T10:00:03+00:00","og_image":[{"width":1920,"height":1080,"url":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/NZ-hero.jpg","type":"image\/jpeg"}],"author":"Chloe Frost-Smith","twitter_card":"summary_large_image","twitter_misc":{"Written by":"Chloe Frost-Smith","Estimated reading time":"8 minutes"},"schema":{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/","url":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/","name":"The most beautiful places on New Zealand\u2019s South Island, plus where to stay - Small Luxury Hotels of the World Journal","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/#website"},"datePublished":"2022-08-19T23:01:27+00:00","dateModified":"2022-09-01T10:00:03+00:00","author":{"@id":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/#\/schema\/person\/503e0e9d24993af4d84d96922eced600"},"description":"A dream-like destination for the \u2018wild at heart\u2019 traveller, New Zealand is home to some of the world's best natural beauty spots.","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/#breadcrumb"},"inLanguage":"en-GB","potentialAction":[{"@type":"ReadAction","target":["https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/"]}]},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/new-zealand-south-island\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Home","item":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"The most beautiful places on New Zealand\u2019s South Island, plus where to stay"}]},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/#website","url":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/","name":"Small Luxury Hotels of the World Journal","description":"","potentialAction":[{"@type":"SearchAction","target":{"@type":"EntryPoint","urlTemplate":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/?s={search_term_string}"},"query-input":"required name=search_term_string"}],"inLanguage":"en-GB"},{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/#\/schema\/person\/503e0e9d24993af4d84d96922eced600","name":"Chloe Frost-Smith","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","inLanguage":"en-GB","@id":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/#\/schema\/person\/image\/","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f2ee9cf13d9d958f65d9bc41f06ae786?s=96&d=mm&r=g","contentUrl":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/f2ee9cf13d9d958f65d9bc41f06ae786?s=96&d=mm&r=g","caption":"Chloe Frost-Smith"},"url":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/author\/chloe-frostsmith\/"}]}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16937"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=16937"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16937\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":17830,"href":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/16937\/revisions\/17830"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/16938"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=16937"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=16937"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/journal.slh.com\/journal\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=16937"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}