Queenstown is located on New Zealand's South Island, renowned as the "Adventure Capital of the World" and the "Switzerland of the Southern Hemisphere." The core attraction is Lake Wakatipu, with its sapphire-blue waters; visitors can take a cruise on the century-old TSS Earnslaw steamship and explore the Walter Peak High Country Farm. Take the Skyline Gondola for a panoramic view of the town and the surrounding lake and mountains, experience the Kawarau Bridge Bungy (the world's first commercial bungee jumping site), skydiving, and the Shotover Jet boat ride. Nearby Glenorchy, a filming location for "The Lord of the Rings," offers picturesque scenery. Must-try foods include the Fergburger jumbo burger, alpine salmon, venison dishes, green-lipped mussels, paired with Patagonia chocolate ice cream.