Cardrona and Crown Range

Left Wanaka this morning and decided to take the scenic route to Queenstown via Cardrona. Another stunning drive with hairpin bends and terrific views towards Queenstown. Andy was driving and had to be reminded to slow down on several occasions so that we could take pictures and avoid being sick!

The road to Cardrona

The view towards Queenstown

Stopped in Arrowtown for a lovely forest walk along the river. Also had a chance to look for gold along the river bank. No luck I am afraid, but it was fun looking. On then to Queenstown, not had a chance to look at the town yet, but the views over lake Wakatipu are wonderful. Our hotel is on the lake shore and we are lucky enough to have picture windows with a lake view, absolutely stunning!

Lake Wakatipu

Barbara on our balcony - check out the view!

Today's menus so far has been pancakes with fruit and maple syrup for breakfast, potato wedges and  ice cream for lunch, wine and crisps for aperitifs, and now we are off to dinner! No wonder all our clothes have shrunk!