Enjoy some of New Zealand's leading artists and performers in Wanaka. Young, old or in between, we invite you to embrace the arts in the spectacular autumnal setting of Lake Wanaka. We advise you secure accommodation and your make travel plans early. Wellington-based Philip Tremewan has been appointed as Festival director. Philip has been executive director of Dance Aotearoa New Zealand; he has coordinated the visual arts programme for the international festival in Wellington and directed the Taupo Arts Festival in 2002 and 2004.

If you are you coming to New Zealand to watch or take part in Wanaka Festival of Colour and need accommodation have a look at some of the options on this New Zealand Accommodation site.

We have some suggestions for alternative accommodation towns that with a rental car are within reasonable driving distance of the venue.

Before or after the event New Zealand offers a world of experiences that are new and exciting. The spectacular scenery and easy driving conditions make it a perfect choice for a self-drive holiday. Choosing where to stay can be a highlight of planning your New Zealand holiday. From farm stays and cosy B&B's, through to unique luxury lodges, the choice is endless. Even if you can't get tickets to your chosen event it is still worth visiting beautiful New Zealand.

If you are traveling to New Zealand from around the world why not combine your visit with a stopover in another exciting destination. Visit our sister site www.hotelslookandbook.com for great accommodation ideas anywhere in the world.

Even if you can't get to the Wanaka Festival of Colour it is still worth visiting beautiful New Zealand

28 April to 3 May 2009

Around Wanaka at various venues

Wanaka

 For Wanaka Try:
 Cromwell
 Omarama
 Queenstown