Reflections
of Queenstown
Both are outdoor sports for the courageous and both can be enjoyed by people at all levels of expertise.
Both are sports which transcend the field of play – the satisfaction one acquires from a round or a run can be as much influenced by
When faced with a downhill putt or a downhill ski, the bigger the slope the more treacherous the exercise. And when played on
No surprise then, that many of the world’s best ski regions are also strong golfing regions and you won’t find a better example of that than New Zealand’s south island and in particular Queenstown.
The travel industry is generally pretty good at exaggerating the qualities of a region but when it comes to Queenstown, the adjectives are appropriate. Yes, the mountains are majestic; yes, the lakes are crystal clear; yes, the scenery is inspiring, the air re-vitalising.
Playing golf beneath the snow caps is a breathtaking experience
New Zealand’s 400-plus golf courses are headed by the internationally acclaimed Kauri Cliffs, Cape Kidnappers, Wairakei and Kinloch courses on the North Island but those courses are also known for being expensive to play.
The top-ranked courses of the South Island – such as Jacks Point, The Hills and Millbrook are of similar international standing with even better scenery.
But the green fees are more reasonably priced. That’s probably because of the diversity of leisure activities in the south.
Queenstown also boasts some of the best five-star
Millbrook was a wheat farm for 150 years and has retained many heritage features including the original Millhouse, rustic buildings and a majestic avenue of trees.
The championship 27-hole golf course features three interchangeable nines, the latest designed by Greg Turner. The accommodation and dining options are many and varied to suit different budgets and other facilities include a covered
Join The Drummond Club Spring Golf and Ski Adventure
Queenstown, New Zealand
7 nights / 4 rounds: 7-14 October 2012
Great Golf Getaways has just released a new group golf tour to Queenstown, New Zealand perfectly timed for the spring season so you can enjoy combining golf, snow skiing and other adventure sports and leisure activities.
This 7-night tour includes accommodation at the luxurious 5-star Millbrook Resort, a multi-award-winning golf resort with a 27-hole championship course and is one of the best spa retreats you'll find around the globe.
Join The Drummond Club Spring Golf and Ski Adventure
Millbrook resort is just 20 minutes from Queenstown, located in a picturesque country setting and in close proximity to all golf courses including Queenstown, Jack's Point, Arrowtown and of course Millbrook's 27-hole course. This tour also features a fun-packed 4-round competition, scheduled at above courses, with daily competitions and prizes. The event is open to all amateur golfers with a registered handicap and there are divisions for men and women.
On scheduled free days there are plenty of adventure sports and tour activities to choose from and snow ski packages available for those keen to hit the slopes. There is also an optional extra round available at the prestigious Hills Golf Club - host venue for the NZ Open (2008, 2009, 2010) and the forthcoming NZ PGA Pro-Am Championship being held from March 29 to April 1 2012.
Join The Drummond Club Spring Golf and Ski Adventure
Tour registrations close May 31 or when tour is full.
Great Golf Getaways provides a golf travel booking service for Drummond Club members, plus special member prices on golf packages and tours within Australia and International destinations. Great Golf Getaways can also assist you in planning your own customised golf trip or you can join one of their fully escorted group tours. For further information on all tours and special package offers for Drummond Club members: 1300 124 220 or visit www.greatgolfgetaways.com.au
Millbrook Resort - New Nine and Resort Tour
