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  • I visited the adventure capital of the world in New Zealand. I left with an adrenaline rush but also discovered there's more to the city than its thrills.

I visited the adventure capital of the world in New Zealand. I left with an adrenaline rush but also discovered there's more to the city than its thrills.

Monica HumphriesOct 15, 2022, 17:08 IST

A view of Queenstown, Australia.Monica Humphries/Insider

  • Queenstown, New Zealand, is known as the adventure capital of the world.
  • It's home to thrilling activities like bungee jumping and paragliding. But it also offers much more.
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Venice, Italy, is known as the city of water. Rwanda is renowned for gorilla trekking. And Queenstown, New Zealand, is famous for adventure.

My trip to Queenstown, New Zealand, was filled with surprises.Monica Humphries/Insider

I was shocked to see adventure before I even landed in the city.

My view from the plane window as we landed in Queenstown, New Zealand.Monica Humphries/Insider
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I knew Queenstown would be picturesque, but I didn't know it would easily be one of the most beautiful places I've visited.

Queenstown, New Zealand, the adventure capital of the world.Monica Humphries/Insider

I didn't expect that parts of Queenstown would remind me so much of my home state of Colorado.

Skiers line up for a shuttle to the slopes in Queenstown, New Zealand.Monica Humphries/Insider
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I knew bungee jumping and skiing were popular Queenstown activities, but I was overwhelmed by my options for an adrenaline rush.

The Shotover Jet in Queenstown, New Zealand.Monica Humphries/Insider

While adventure is what I initially heard about in Queenstown, I learned there's so much more to the town than just thrill seeking.

Homes in Queenstown, New Zealand.Monica Humphries/Insider
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I was surprised by how often the burger joint Fergburger came up in conversation.

A crowd outside Fergburger in Queenstown, New Zealand.Monica Humphries/Insider

Queenstown's nearby highways are breathtaking, but I didn't know they can experience a lot of black ice in the winter.

A sign that marks the start of the drive to Glenorchy, New Zealand.Monica Humphries/Insider
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I didn't realize Queenstown would be such an expensive place to visit.

Queenstown, New Zealand, has adrenaline-inducing activities that can quickly add up in cost.Monica Humphries/Insider

I didn't expect Queenstown to have such an impressive culinary scene.

The restaurant at the Kamana Lakehouse in Queenstown, New Zealand.Monica Humphries/Insider
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The wine scene also impressed me more than I thought it would.

A glass of pinot noir from Akarua Wines and Kitchen.Monica Humphries/Insider

I discovered surprises around every corner of Queenstown and I can guarantee I'll be back to find more.

Queenstown, New Zealand, was full of surprises, and I can't wait to be back.Monica Humphries/Insider
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