is the gateway to stunning fjords, glaciers,

為通往壯闊峽灣、冰河

ski fields, and vineyards.

滑雪場和葡萄園的重要門戶

This idyllic lake-side city has achieved world-wide fame as the country’s adrenaline capital.

這座田園風光滿點的湖畔城市 以「紐西蘭極限運動之都」一稱揚名國際

When the morning sun warms the earth, the fog lifts,

在曙光照亮大地之際 隨著雲霧散去

revealing the vivid hues of Lake Wakatipu,

色彩繽紛的瓦卡蒂波湖

and the city of Queenstown.

和皇后鎮市區也隨之現身

The Māori call this lake, “Hollow of the Giant,”

毛利人將這座湖稱為「巨人的坑洞」

which, according to legend, was formed by the resting shape of a fearsome mountain giant.

在傳說中，這座湖是因 可怕的深山巨人躺下休息所形成

Because the lakes waters rise and fall rhythmically throughout the day,

由於湖水會整天規律地 起伏波動

it’s said that his heart still beats on.

因此，謠傳巨人的心臟仍在跳動

It’s certainly true that Queenstown is the beating heart of New Zealand’s South Island,

不過，皇后鎮確實就像是 紐西蘭南島的心臟中樞

providing the pulse that keeps this remote corner of the world energetic and youthful.

為這塊位於世界角落的大地 注入無窮能量和青春活力

As the descendants of fierce Polynesian warriors and determined European settlers,

紐西蘭人繼承了兇猛玻里尼西亞戰士 以及果決歐洲移民者的血統

the Kiwis have the spirit of adventure running though their veins.

有著與生俱來的 冒險挑戰精神

To learn more about Lake Wakatipu and the region’s early settlers,

若要深入了解瓦卡蒂波湖 以及這個區域的早期移民者

head to Steamer Wharf and climb aboard the TSS Earnslaw.

請前往蒸氣船碼頭 並登上恩斯洛號蒸汽船

Nicknamed “The Lady of the Lake”,

這艘船又稱為「湖面貴婦」

for over 100 years this steamship hasn’t missed a beat,

服役長達 100 年之久 而且從未告假

transporting livestock and passengers to and from the High Country.

日日運送著家畜和乘客 往返於高地

Back in Queenstown,

接著，請回到皇后鎮

soak up the Aotearoa sunshine on a sandy beach,

在沙灘上盡情享受 Aotearoa 的陽光

or take a stroll through the idyllic Queenstown Gardens,

或是在如詩如畫的 且突出於湖面之上的

which jut out into the lake.

皇后鎮花園之中漫步

For a bird’s-eye view,

若要鳥瞰湖景

ride the Skyline gondola to Bob’s Peak.

則可以搭乘天際纜車前往包伯斯峰山頂

After taking in the sweeping views of Lake Wakatipu and The Remarkables,

在把瓦卡蒂波湖和 卓越山的景致盡收眼底之後

ride, hike, slide, or glide, back down the mountain.

還可以透過單車、健行 或滑行等方式下山

When the sun gets low,

在夕陽西下之際

head to Marine Parade and enjoy Mother Nature’s spectacle with kindred spirits

歡迎前往 Marine Parade 和來自世界各地的同好們共度

from all over the world.

大自然的魔幻時刻

Queenstown is filled with cozy cafés,

皇后鎮匯集了眾多舒適怡人的咖啡店

craft breweries,

啤酒釀酒廠

restaurants and bars,

餐廳和酒吧

where locals and travellers exchange tales after a day out in the wilds.

可供當地居民和旅客 交換一日的戶外生活點滴

Queenstown expands and contracts with the rhythm of the seasons.

皇后鎮的脈動 會隨著季節變化而擴充或縮減

After the hectic summer,

在炎夏過後

residents relax and slowly transform the town into a world-class ski destination.

居民會一邊放鬆身心，一邊將整個城鎮 轉換成世界級的滑雪勝地

By July, the winter sport season is in full swing.

一到 7 月，冬季運動便如火如荼地展開

Queenstown has three main ski fields,

皇后鎮設有三座主要滑雪場

each with its own charms and highlights.

每座皆有專屬的魅力和特色

The Remarkables Ski Field, is just a 35 minute drive from Queenstown,

卓越滑雪場距離皇后鎮 僅 35 分鐘的車程

and features runs for seasoned freestylers and beginners.

無論是經驗老道的滑雪者還是新手 都有合適的滑雪道

Cardrona Alpine Resort is located towards the town of Wanaka.

卡德羅納阿爾卑斯渡假村則位於 面向瓦卡蒂波湖的小鎮

The more advanced Terrain Parks and half-pipes here

這裡的較高階滑雪先進者地形和半管式滑雪場規模

are among the biggest in the Southern Hemisphere and meet Olympic standards.

不僅稱霸南半球 甚至還符合奧運標準

A twenty-minute drive from the city is the Coronet Peak Ski Area,

皇冠峰滑雪場距離市區 僅有 20 分鐘的車程

a spectacular resort offering thrilling roller coaster terrain,

這座壯觀的渡假村提供了 刺激的雲霄飛車滑雪道

and a dedicated learner area.

以及滑雪學習者的專屬區域

After a few hours on the slopes,

在滑雪道上馳騁數小時後

enjoy a hearty meal with a view.

不妨就著絕佳視野享用精選佳餚

And when the weekend comes, why not linger, and enjoy the “park, after dark”.

在週末時分，也歡迎在此過夜 並享受「夜間滑雪」的樂趣

When the snow finally melts,

當積雪融化後

Queenstown transforms once again to accommodate a new wave of visitors,

皇后鎮又會再次以不同面貌迎接一波新的遊客

who flock to the Arrow Basin in spring and summer

他們會於春夏時分成群結隊前往箭河盆地

to taste the flavors of the High Country and

一邊欣賞高地區的獨特風景

explore its charming historic towns.

一邊探索歷史悠久的迷人小鎮

Back in the 1870s,

在 1870 年代

Chinese prospectors tried their luck in the nearby creeks,

中國的採礦者 來到附近的溪流淘金

establishing the community of Arrowtown.

並成立了箭鎮社區

A century later, the Kiwis struck gold at Kawarau Bridge,

在一世紀後，紐西蘭人於卡瓦魯吊橋處 成功開採金礦

the spot where bungy jumping was first brought to the world.

而這座橋也是高空彈跳的 發源之地

Even if your heart’s not into taking the leap,

即使您無膽親身嘗試

it’s still exciting just to watch.

在旁觀看也足以令人心驚膽跳

On your way back to Queenstown,

在返回皇后鎮的路上

you’ll cross the Shotover River,

您將會穿越夏特歐弗河

where the always daring Kiwis challenge you once more.

而勇於冒險的紐西蘭人會於此處設下另一道 挑戰關卡

Jump in a jet boat and hang on,

只要跳入噴射氣船並緊握把手

for a heart-stopping thrill-ride through the river’s breathtakingly narrow canyons.

即可來趟驚心動魄的旅程 循著河道高速穿越狹窄的峽谷

The Kiwis have taken their cues from their dramatic surroundings

紐西蘭人運用其 鬼斧神工的自然景致

to create one of the world’s most spectacular adventure playgrounds.

打造出全球最刺激絕倫的 冒險遊樂聖地

But, at the same time, the locals know when it’s time to slow down,

但在此同時，當地人也深知何時應當 放慢腳步

unwind and enjoy the finer things in life,

放鬆心情，並享受生命中的美好事物

like wine.

好比葡萄酒

Queenstown and the nearby Gibbston Valley are home to over 75 wineries.

皇后鎮與鄰近的吉布森山谷 共有超過 75 個酒莊

Here, vintners produce pinot noirs acclaimed for their purity,

當地釀酒師釀出的黑皮諾葡萄酒 以純淨

freshness and vitality,

新鮮且活力十足的風味著稱

a perfect reflection of the region itself.

完美體現當地特色

Some travellers live to push their heart rates to the limit,

有些旅客來此追尋驚心動魄的 極限體驗

some prefer to align theirs with the gentler rhythms of nature,

有些人喜歡貼近 大自然的和緩節奏

while others are open to it all!

有些人則想要兩全其美

No matter what your style,

無論您屬於何種風格

when it’s time to say goodbye to Queenstown,

在與皇后鎮揮手道別的當下

your heart is sure to ache,

心中必定離情依依

…which is why, year after year, so many return.

正因如此，人們才會年復一年重返此處，樂此不疲