Queenstown Stayed at Bungi Backpackers this time around, a converted maternity hospital now painted with every colour of the rainbow; which turned out to be a great choice with its hammock, jacuzi, and free evening soup - spot on! We visited the Minus 5 bar, a bar made completely out of ice with ice sculptures, chairs, tables and even ice 'glasses'. After donning our eskimo jacket, fur boots, and gloves we spent 30 minutes freezing and drinking cocktails. Why? I hear you ask - well, for starters, alcohol is said to double its effect on you in freezing temperatures. Need I say more?! This was followed by a few 'teapots' and a spot of pool in World Bar (see last Queenstown entry for explanation) with a NY couple who work for Merryl Lynch. Saz can hear
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