The third largest region in the South Island, Otago has an area of approximately 32,000 km2 (12,000 sq mi). It encompasses the coastal locations of Dunedin (the principal city), Oamaru  Balclutha, Alexandra, and the major tourist centres  Queenstown and Wanaka.

Nestled on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, the resort town of Queenstown (part of the Otago region) is year-round vacation paradise. Surrounded by snow capped mountains which transform into some of the world's best skiing every winter (June-September). Six ski fields are within 20 minutes to 1½ hours’ drive, catering to all ages and abilities. "Queenstown's iconic Winter Festival is the Southern Hemisphere’s biggest winter celebration which sees locals and visitors take to the streets and ski slopes each June to welcome winter 'Queenstown style.'"

Biking, hiking, golf, wine and water sports are also major attractions. It's a region blessed with an embarrassment of riches.

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