It was 32 degrees and counting for Gemma and Julian’s helicopter elopement. Still they looked very cool as we landed at a secret spot near Hidden Island, Queenstown.
Sometimes things don't go quite to plan but they invariably turn out for the best. The intention was to fly to the Remarkables mountains but as we lifted off from Queenstown airport the wind picked up and prooved to be too gusty for us to land on the mountain. Wind plays havoc with the hair as well as with helicopters. So after a scenic flight along the Remarkables we changed course and headed across Lake Wakatipu to Cecil Peak. The pilots at Glacier Southern Lakes Helicopters are experts at finding that special spot out of the wind and after a tour of Cecil Peak we came to land near Hidden Island. Hidden Island is exaclty that - hidden. Despite being so close to Queenstown there are very few places from where you can spot it.
Such a stunning spot for a very special couple. Congratulation Gemma and Julian so happy to be part of it with you.
