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February 2012
Wakatipu wineries in the spotlight in new series (Wed, 22nd Feb 2012)
Queenstown is set to star in a unique documentary series for the internet and television which profiles the wine industry and local adventure activities. The WINERAM Experience is a six-part web and two-part television series which ultimately aims to break down traditional stereotypes and make wine more accessible and approachable to Generation Y. The series, which has the support of Tourism New Zealand, is likely to be screened internationally and director Colin West says his website has already received hits from 25 countries across the globe including Mongolia - this can only mean good things for tourism. The series won't hit screens here until later in the year but you can follow the crew's progress and see up to date behind the scenes footage online here. If you feel like partaking in an adventure activity yourself check out our exhilarating jet boat rides here.
Yachts set to sail on Wakatipu (Thu, 16th Feb 2012)
Yachties from all over the South are expected to hit Lake Wakatipu this weekend for the annual Donald Hay Classic on Saturday. The annual event, in its 33rd year, marks the original voyage from Kingston to Queenstown of Donald Hay. The feat was achieved in 1859 but Hay didn't have a fancy yacht - he made the voyage on a raft, that is impressive! The weekend of racing includes a pub to pub event on Friday and the Classic on Saturday - keep an eye out on the lake to see competitors making their way towards Queenstown. If you are keen to get a closer look at the action why not come down to Thunder Jet this weekend and take a ride .
Resort hosts more rock and rugby (Fri, 10th Feb 2012)
The events calendar has been jam packed all summer long in the Wakatipu and there is another impressive line up of things to do in Queenstown this weekend. With the 2012 Super Rugby season just around the corner, our local franchise The Highlanders are hitting the road this weekend and will play a home pre-season game against the Chiefs on the Queenstown Recreation Ground this Saturday at 5pm. Entry is free and being just a short stroll from local bars and cafes it's a great Saturday afternoon entertainment option for all. If you would prefer an afternoon of classic rock tickets are still available to The Gibbston Valley Winery Summer Concert featuring The Doobie Brothers and Little River Band. And, of course, the Thunder Jet team will be at our Queenstown Bay office all week waiting to take you for a spin on our state-of-the-art jet boats on Lake Wakatipu.
Waitangi in the Wakatipu (Fri, 3rd Feb 2012)
Waitangi Day celebrations in the Wakatipu have received a boost from the government which could mean the resort will have a regular official celebration for the first time. A $2000 grant has enabled the Queenstown Lakes District Council to organise an afternoon of traditional Maori activities to mark the anniversary of the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi on Monday from midday. But there's plenty to take in before then, with Rippon Festival in Wanaka and the Shotover Moonlight Marathon in Queenstown on Saturday and 70s rockers Creedence Clearwater Revisited playing at the Events Centre at Frankton on Sunday. The Thunder Jet crew will be operating all weekend from our Queenstown Bay office and we're looking forward to enjoying some good summer weather and seeing you!
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22nd January 2016
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20th January 2016
LOVELY AGENTS! As it's Penguin Awareness Day today we thought we'd do a penguin question for Winnie's Wednesday! It's a two-part one this week. Good luck!
Q. A group of penguins in the water is called a __________?
A group of penguins on land is called a __________?
The first to answer correctly gets a delicious pizza from Winnies Gourmet Pizza Bar for lunch! If you have won the last 2 weeks then please let new agents have a go :)
19th January 2016
The finished product from our combo partner in crime, Heli Tours Ltd! Big props, guys. What a great experience video!
15th January 2016
He's still got it! Nice work, Nev :)
13th January 2016
A big congratulations to today's Winnie's Wednesday Winners! Chris and Stu, from Sofitel Queenstown Hotel and Spa,took away a delicious Luigi's Italian all thanks to our fantastic mates over at Winnies Gourmet Pizza Bar!!
If you haven't tried Winnie's delectable pizzas, then check them out in The Mall! Cheers guys!
13th January 2016
Just in case you haven't realised yet, we live in paradise.
13th January 2016
Winnie's Wednesday Question!
Q. Today (January 13th) is National ________________ Day?
HINT: If you post a picture with your answer you have a greater chance of the win!
12th January 2016
To jet boat, or not to jet boat: that is the question. Why would you not?!
5th January 2016
Hi 🙋🏼 new jetty gal! Meet Phoebe, the blonde babe fresh to our Thunder Team!! #rosebetweentwothorns #orangeisthenewblack #orange #queenstownlive #queenstown #thunderjetqueenstown #thenewgirl #workinghard #summer2016 #kawarauriver #jettygirl #happynewyear
5th January 2016
Happy New Year! Is one of your New Year resolutions to try something new? Come and give jet boating a try! Iconic to Queenstown, it's an #NZMustDo
24th December 2015
Merry Christmas!!
Enjoy the festive season, we know we will be.
Thanks for a great year :)
18th December 2015
Nawww, thanks Air New Zealand!
16th December 2015
Win a Winnies Gourmet Pizza Bar Pizza with Thunder Jet!
16th December 2015
QUEENSTOWN AGENTS!
Winnie's Wednesday Quiz Question:
Q. In which country did Thunder 1 first begin its jet boating journey?
First CORRECT answer wins a Winnies Gourmet Pizza Bar delicious pizza delivered to you for lunch!
15th December 2015
Happy guests who enjoyed their Christmas Party with us at Thunder Jet, dinner at Stacks Pub, and then Queenstown Water Taxis saw them get home safe. Thanks so much, guys! So glad we all could host you. Merry Christmas!
15th December 2015
Aha! Caught UnReel Fishing Queenstown red-handed washing the boat at the Thunder Jet workshop!
Good to see it's nice and clean though 😉👊
11th December 2015
It's not hard to see why places in and around Queenstown dominate this list. We live in such a beautiful place
11th December 2015
The Garden Court Christmas party. Started with the Thunder Jet, which dropped us off at the Hilton, Stacks Pub, where we had a beautiful gormet BBQ dinner, champagne and all. A few prizes awarded, and then a singing and dancing Queenstown Water Taxis ride home! Thank you for spoiling and looking after us all! Merry Christmas from everyone at Garden Court 🎅🏻🍾🎁☃🌲
10th December 2015
We could stay here all day!! Such a peaceful spot down the K
9th December 2015
Sorry Agents, but there won't be a Winnie's Wednesday this week as our Sales Team are on a sales trip!
See you back here next Wednesday for more quiz fun!