The Star: June 14, 2018
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Thursday <strong>June</strong> <strong>14</strong> <strong>2018</strong> 41<br />
Earth & Sky <strong>Star</strong>gazing<br />
Uncover the science and stories of our Southern Skies at the<br />
ultimate stargazing experience. Earth & Sky operate tours<br />
from the world-renowned Mt John Observatory and other<br />
picturesque locations in the heart of the Aoraki Mackenzie<br />
International Dark Sky Reserve. Beautiful surrounds, pristine<br />
night skies, world class observatories and knowledgeable<br />
astro-guides make Earth & Sky tours an interactive, hands-on<br />
experience you’ll never forget.<br />
earthandsky.co.nz<br />
Mackenzies Café & Bar<br />
Enjoy great food and spectacular views in a beautiful<br />
environment. Casual café meals for brunch and lunch and<br />
a relaxed atmosphere for evening a la carte dining. For<br />
something a little different try the stone grill menu. Proud<br />
purveyors of great food, Allpress coffee, New Zealand<br />
wines and Monteith’s craft beer. Open 10am every day.<br />
mackenziesmanager@outlook.com<br />
<strong>The</strong> Cairns<br />
<strong>The</strong> Cairns – Lake Tekapo offers a ‘getaway’<br />
to fantastic accommodation in the heart of the<br />
Mackenzie. <strong>The</strong> flexible venue can also host your<br />
next function. Mt John Homestead was built some<br />
100 years ago as was the Red Hut that housed<br />
the farm shepherd! Lexi’s Lodge is a more modern<br />
version of both retaining the rich history and<br />
Isolation Bay boasts contemporary exclusivity and<br />
solitude on the lake’s western shores. Right on site<br />
you can also play a round of golf, feed farm animals<br />
or check out the sections for sale.<br />
thecairns.co.nz<br />
Alpine Guides<br />
Ski the legendary Tasman Glacier<br />
with Alpine Guides and explore New<br />
Zealand’s largest glacier and its azure<br />
ice caves. Make turns down 8-10km ski<br />
runs, with professional guides that enable<br />
extraordinary skiing for ordinary skiers!<br />
Packages include three spectacular scenic<br />
flights with snow landings, and a picnic<br />
lunch in the snow. Flying every fine day<br />
from 1 <strong>June</strong> to 30 September.<br />
skithetasman.co.nz<br />
<strong>The</strong> Hermitage<br />
Nestled in the stunning Aoraki/Mt Cook<br />
National Park, the iconic Hermitage Hotel<br />
is the perfect base for your next winter<br />
escape. Experience the Sir Edmund Hillary<br />
Alpine Centre, a Big Sky <strong>Star</strong>gazing tour or<br />
the Tasman Valley Tour, then dine in one of<br />
the hotel’s many restaurants, surrounded by<br />
the wonders of Aoraki/Mt Cook.<br />
hermitage.co.nz<br />
Mt Dobson<br />
Natural dry powder snow, all day sun and wide<br />
open trails to suit all abilities mean Mt Dobson has<br />
it all. Conveniently located between Fairlie and<br />
Lake Tekapo, 2.5 hours from Christchurch and 3<br />
hours from Queenstown, Mt Dobson is a perfect<br />
winter holiday destination. <strong>The</strong> Ski Area has a cosy<br />
café, ski and snowboard rental as well as a snow<br />
school with a crew of passionate international<br />
instructors. Everything you need for fun on the<br />
slopes!<br />
mtdobson.co.nz
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