Queenstown named in Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards

Wednesday 9 July 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Wed 9 Jul 2025, 3:01pm

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Queenstown is the only New Zealand destination to be included in the Travel + Leisure magazine’s annual World’s Best Awards. The rankings are based on an annual reader survey and represent a significant recognition for the South Island tourist capital.

How they headlined it

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1. StuffWed 9 Jul 2025, 12:10pm

   NZ town called ‘most beautiful location I’ve ever laid eyes on’ (opens in new tab)

2. NZ HeraldWed 9 Jul 2025, 3:01pm

   Queenstown, Air NZ shine in Travel + Leisure’s World’s Best Awards (opens in new tab)