Competition Winners 2009

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New Zealand Tourism Guide competitions, offer a wide variety of accommodation, attractions, tours and transport prizes. Check out the past competition winners and prize packages below.

Competition: Couples Paradise Bodyhaven Spa Package

Linda Moore from Lower Hutt was the lucky winner of New Zealand Tourism Guide's Couples Paradise Bodyhaven Spa Package valued at NZ$430.

Bodyhaven Boutique Spa

A blissful sensual ritual for two, a choice of either the exquisite royal Lulur or warming comfort of Boreh scrub, all traditionally handmade. Next comes a choice of Aromatherapy, Javanese or Balinese massage, an a Milk Rose copper hydrotherapy bath. Float back to earth with a Bodyhaven cocktail. Truly the ritual art of loving indulgence.

Competition: Lux Photography

Mark Lancaster from Pirongia was the lucky winner of New Zealand Tourism Guide's Lux Photography Competition valued at over NZ$400.

The Lux Photography prize offers you a choice of one of 5 stunning pictures. The dimensions of the stretched canvas are 540x340x24 millimetres for landscape and 340x540x24 millimetres for portrait. Prize includes shipping anywhere in the world.**

**We won't carry any customs duty/tax cost that may apply in the country of the winner's residence, this will be the responsibility of the winner.

If you are the lucky winner of our Lux Photography prize, you can choose any one of the 5 pictures below.

Competition: Queenstown Competition

Darryl Scott from Wellington was the lucky winner of New Zealand Tourism Guide's Queenstown Competition, valued at over NZ$1,000.

1. Scenic Circle Queenstown - Two (2) Nights Accommodation

Two (2) nights accommodation for two (2) at Scenic Suites Queenstown or Heartland Hotel Queenstown. These two hotels are situated just a short walk to Queenstown's centre. Most rooms enjoy spectacular views of the lake and mountains.

2. Skydive Lake Wanaka - Tandem Skydive for One (1)

Tandem Skydive for one (1) with Skydive Lake Wanaka. Freefall at 200 kilometres per hour above the most spectacular backdrop in the world! An incredible scenic flight to altitude captures views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, Mt Aspiring, glaciers, lakes and rivers.

3. AJ Hackett Bungy - Nevis Arc Swing for One (1)

One (1) pass for the Nevis Arc Swing—the world's highest swing with AJ Hackett Bungy. With almost twenty years experience AJ Hackett Bungy offer the very best of Bungy. Join us to experience the world's first, Australasia's highest, or the globes most scenic Bungy Jumps.

4. Kawarau Jet - Jetboat Tour for Two (2)

Jetboat tour for two (2) with Kawarau Jet. 43 kilometres of adventure past lakeside homes to the deep turquoise waters of the Kawarau River, then onto the narrow shallow braided waters of the gold rich Shotover River. It's an unforgettable, magical hour. Trip also includes entry into Queenstown's Underwater Observatory.

Competition: Havoc at the Fox Tour with Spirit of the River Jet

Gail Alvarado-Cooke from Auckland was the lucky winner of New Zealand Tourism Guide's Havoc at the Fox Tour with Spirit of the River Jet Competition, valued at over NZ$210.

Jet boat up the Whanganui River through the lower reaches of the Whanganui National Park. We'll make several stops along the way to show you features that are unique to this stretch of the river. Once we reach The Flying Fox, take a stroll around the organic gardens and marvel at the workmanship of the two quaint handmade cottages. Then enjoy Havoc coffee with delicious freshly baked muffins on the verandah overlooking the Whanganui River. When it's time to go, we board the boat once again, and make our way back down the River to Pungarehu Marae.

Competition: The Lakes Resort Romantic Break Competition (July)

Lynda Olson of USA was the lucky winner of New Zealand Tourism Guide's Lakes Resort Romantic Break Competition for the month of July, valued at over NZ$600.

Competition: The Lakes Resort Romantic Break Competition (June)

Sabina Pritchett of Wellington was the lucky winner of New Zealand Tourism Guide's Lakes Resort Romantic Break Competition for the month of June, valued at over NZ$600.

Competition: The Lakes Resort Romantic Break Competition (May)

Margaret Irwin of Waiuku was the lucky winner of New Zealand Tourism Guide's Lakes Resort Romantic Break Competition for the month of May, valued at over NZ$600.

Lakes Resort Pauanui

Get away from the hustle and bustle of the city, and enjoy the fresh air and peace and quiet of Lakes Resort. Take afternoon trips to nearby Hot Water Beach and Cathedral Cove, or stroll along the white sandy Coromandel beaches.

• One (1) nights accommodation in a luxury two-bedroom villa
• Fully cooked breakfast at Legends Restaurant
• One (1) bottle of bubbly in your room
• Romantic three-course dinner for two (2) in Legends Restaurant
• A round of golf for two (2) people
• One (1) complimentary drink voucher per person for Legends Bar

Competition: Queenstown Competition

Wayne Tippet of Christchurch was the lucky winner of New Zealand Tourism Guide's Queenstown Competition valued at over NZ$800.

1. Scenic Circle Queenstown - Two (2) Nights Accommodation

Two (2) nights accommodation for two (2) at Scenic Circle Aurum Hotel & Suites or Scenic Circle A-line Hotel. These two hotels are situated just a short walk to Queenstown's centre. Most rooms enjoy spectacular views of the lake and mountains.

2. Skydive Lake Wanaka - Tandem Skydive for One (1)

Tandem Skydive for one (1) with Skydive Lake Wanaka. Freefall at 200 kilometres per hour above the most spectacular backdrop in the world! An incredible scenic flight to altitude captures views of Aoraki/Mt Cook, Mt Aspiring, glaciers, lakes and rivers.

3. Cardrona Adventure Park - Quad Bike Ride for Two (2)

One (1) hours quad bike ride for two (2) with Cardrona Adventure Park. Cardrona Adventure Park is located between Queenstown and Wanaka, in the middle of beautiful New Zealand. Offering adventures to suit beginners to intermediate to the outright adrenalin junkie.

4. Skyline Gondola - Gondola Ride for Two (2)

Gondola ride for two (2) with Skyline Gondola, Restaurant & Luge. A wide range of activities and attractions makes the Skyline complex a 'must-see' during your visit to Queenstown. The distinctive outline of the Skyline complex etched against the sky captivates visitors to Queenstown.

5. AJ Hackett Bungy - Nevis Arc Swing for One (1)

One (1) pass for the Nevis Arc Swing—the world's highest swing with AJ Hackett Bungy. With almost twenty years experience AJ Hackett Bungy offer the very best of Bungy. Join us to experience the world's first, Australasia's highest, or the globes most scenic Bungy Jumps.