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Welcome to hell! At Hell’s Gate Rotorua, mud pools and geothermal walkways go hand in hand. Walk through a fascinating barren landscape before soaking in the famous Rotorua mud pool.
Read MoreNever wonder what to do in Rotorua NZ ever again! Geothermal parks, hot pools, nature walks, Maori cultural shows and more, we show you the best Rotorua attractions
Read MoreRelaxing, cosy, lush, friendly…and licensed! These are only some of the reasons why I loved the bathing session at Secret Spot Rotorua. Read on to find out why I find the Secret Spot hot tubs a secret worth sharing.
Read MoreI don’t usually stay at the same hotel more than one time, but the Jet Park Hotel Rotorua is different. Here’s why I love staying at the Jet Park and why you probably will, too.
Read MoreIf you’re like me, you love a good thrill. Velocity Valley is the Rotorua adventure park to get your heart pumping and your knees wobble, no matter how old you are!
Read MoreIf you like soaring like a bird through the canopy, you’ll love ziplining in Rotorua! Read why the Ultimate Tour with Rotorua Canopy Tours is one of the must-dos in Rotorua.
Read MoreWho knew zorbing in Rotorua would be this much fun (well, probably everyone but me)! How a coincidental meeting with ZORB Rotorua changed my perception of the activity.
Read MoreDiscover Aotearoa from N to Z.
Beaches, mountains and volcanoes, hike and bike trails, real life Hobbits... Travelling in New Zealand is incredibly versatile. Discover Aotearoa is your go-to site for New Zealand travel advice.
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We are Alex the Swiss Miss and Chris the South African Kiwi. We are living and working in Auckland but in our spare time you can often find us discovering beautiful New Zealand (also known by its Maori name Aotearoa).
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