A travel advisory site has listed Queenstown among its top ten “up and coming ‘gay wedding’ destinations”. “Gay marriage won't officially become legal in New Zealand until August 2013, but Kiwis are already prepping for an influx of tourism from same-sex couples, specifically those hailing from their neighbour to the West, Australia,” Cheapflight.com says. “New Zealand will become the first country in the Asia-Pacific region to officially legalise same-sex marriage, which means gay and lesbian couples will now be able to exchange vows in places like Queenstown. “Already one of New Zealand's most desirable wedding destinations, Queenstown is a four-season town offering spring flowers, summer warmth, fall foliage and a winter wonderland. Indoor and outdoor wedding venues are plentiful and its reputation as a resort destination means it's accessible and ready for plenty of visitors — including wedding guests.” The top ten: 1. Newport, Rhode Island, United States 2. Queenstown, New Zealand 3. Montpellier, France 4. Copenhagen, Denmark 5. Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 6. Camden, Maine, United States 7. Montevideo, Uruguay 8. Rehoboth Beach, Del., United States 9. Saba, Dutch Caribbean 10. Seattle, Wash., United States
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First published: Monday, 3rd June 2013 - 11:31am