Rosena's Blog

Once you visit Queenstown, New Zealand, you will understand why the country
is often referred to as “Godzone”(http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/God’s_Own_Country).  I was lucky enough to visit there last month with my Kiwi BFF who is a true Queenstown insider.  We had an amazing time!

Here is my list of some of my favorite things to do.  I truly hope you have a chance to visit!

Brunch at: Joe’s Garage

Shop at: Vesta

Spa at: Millbook Resort

Risk your life at: Canyon Swing

Cocktails at: Blue Door

Dine at: Winnies

Wine at: Amisfield Winery

And for all you J.R.R. Tolkein fans, I didn’t run into any Hobbits while I
was there, although apparently they were everywhere!

Elizabeth Taylor defines classic style in the jewelry world. Her precious collection stunned during her Hollywood heyday, and last Tuesday it was able to shine once more when Christie’s hosted an auction of more than 80 of her prized pieces. The “Legendary Jewels” of the sultry star set a new record for highest grossing sales at a private jewelry collection auction: nearly $116 million! Given her status as a style icon, it was perhaps not surprising that most of the items fetched far more than their estimates. Taylor’s tiara of diamonds upon diamonds is worth quite a sum on its own merit, but still managed to sell for over 50 times its highest valuation. We enjoy window shopping this collection, but for all of you with a few million to spare, a glittering piece of history can still be yours as the sale continues at Christies or online through Friday.

Shop: http://www.christies.com/features/auctions/1211/elizabeth-taylor-collection/

With the winter weather fast approaching, how perfect does Tawharanui Regional Park look right now? This park is one of Aucklands best-kept secrets and one of my favorite destinations! Between the beaches, forests, animals, surf and view nothing beats this! Attached are pictures from Rosena’s recent trip there.

Check it out: http://www.newzealand.com/int/article/tawharanui-regional-park/