Cardrona Hotel owners Alexis and Cade Thornton have created a winter haven for good food, drinks and warm and inviting hospitality. “The heritage hotel is such a cosy spot over winter where people can come in and escape the cold,” says Alexis. “ We like to
An elegant European-inspired Queenstown wine bar is raising a glass to its first year in business. Fino Wine Bar is celebrating its first anniversary this winter after opening in its superb location in the Queenstown Marina precinct on the shores of Lake Whakatipu last year. Co-owner Eugene
Wānaka’s newest wellness hub Holistic House is offering an internationally renowned, root-cause approach to health and wellbeing. Owner Olivia Lucas says functional medicine is a blend of modern science with traditional wisdom. “We aim to understand the ‘why’ behind peoples’ symptoms by looking at the whole
A stylish selection of international designer fashion makes an elegant statement at Wānaka’s Escape Clothing which has attracted a dedicated following since opening in 2002. “Wānaka has grown massively since then and the business has really developed with the town. I think our customers are much
Alice Herald’s new interactive retail space in Wānaka creates a backdrop for people to watch the luxury jewellery designer at work. Alice has expanded her boutique in the upmarket Precinct complex to include an innovative open design studio and a gallery display of her ready-to-wear collections. “Clients can now
Well regarded for its coveted collection of New Zealand and international designer fashion Wānaka’s Escape Clothing has been a style institution for almost 20 years. Owner Lucy Lucas has a natural knack for fashion and trends and personally selects an exclusive range of garments from leading designers such
Prominent light artist Trish Campbell’s work is in the spotlight in Queenstown after installing one of her most creative high-profile sculptures in the resort. The Auckland-based artist has been designing and creating lightworks for 12 years, featuring in many exhibitions and events across New Zealand. But it is
The Village Gift online gift delivery company celebrates the best of Wānaka in a box. Owners Kenny and Carrie Vaugh set up the company in 2019 after relocating to Wānaka from Scotland and being “blown away” by the quality of the local produce and work by
Prominent light artist Trish Campbell’s work is in the spotlight in Queenstown after installing one of her most creative high-profile sculptures in the resort. The Auckland-based artist has been designing and creating lightworks for 12 years, featuring in many exhibitions and events across New Zealand. But it is
The Next Chapter, a charming independent book boutique in Wānaka, is the realisation of a dream for owners Jenny Ainge and Sally Battson. While most people in their sixties are looking at retirement, Jenny and Sally have stepped outside the box instigating their new venture to