Queenstown has become a magnet for tourists during the celebration of the Chinese New Year

By TravelWiseFeb 8, 2024 22:50 PMNews
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Queenstown has become a magnet for tourists during the celebration of the Chinese New Year
Many tourists will celebrate Chinese New Year in New Zealand. Source: Pexels

According to new data, Queenstown, New Zealand, is expecting an influx of tourists eager to celebrate the Chinese or Lunar New Year amidst incredible landscapes of water and mountains.

It is estimated that more than a billion people from around the world will join the festivities on February 10, and Queenstown, along with Auckland, is among the top 20 Airbnb searches related to this event. Newshub reported on this.

Queenstown ranks third among the requests on the accommodation booking site for the Lunar New Year's Eve in 2024. Auckland took 17th place.

Queenstown ranks third among requests on the booking site. Source: Pixabay
Queenstown has become a magnet for tourists during the celebration of the Chinese New Year
Queenstown ranks third among requests on the booking site. Source: Pixabay

The region is renowned for its vineyards, numerous outdoor activities, and picturesque landscapes that captivate visitors.

"We are excited to welcome travelers to New Zealand who are eager to celebrate the Lunar New Year," said Susan Wheeldon, Airbnb's regional manager for Australia and New Zealand.

Top 5 most popular cities for celebrating the Lunar New Year:

  1. Phuket, Thailand
  2. Bangkok, Thailand
  3. Queenstown, New Zealand
  4. Bali, Indonesia
  5. Tokyo, Japan

Top 3 most popular countries/regions for celebrating the Lunar New Year:

  1. Thailand
  2. Japan
  3. New Zealand

New Zealand has emerged as one of the most desirable destinations for celebrating the Chinese New Year. Its diverse range of entertainment and hospitality make it an ideal choice for travelers seeking to immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere of this holiday.

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