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ROTORUA, PERFECT FOR A MICRO-ADVENTURE With tulips and cherry blossoms in bloom and gorgeous wee lambs bouncing around in the paddocks, it’s clear that springtime is in full swing. Why not head to the North Island to celebrate the new season? While there is so much do to in centrally located Rotorua alone, if you want to explore other areas as well, here’s how to include Rotorua for a micro-adventure. What’s a micro-adventure, you ask? It’s a short two- or three-night getaway, perfect for a change of scenery and to shake off the winter blues by doing something new, romantic, exhilarating, pampering, or all of the above.
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Nothing says renew and invigorate like a bit of pampering. Polynesian Spa’s 28 lakeside hot pools and soothing treatments at Retreat Day Spa are just what the doctor ordered. The spa’s mineral waters are sourced from two natural hot springs: one provides slightly acidic water, perfect for relieving tired muscles, aches and pains, while the alkaline pools nourish your skin. Of course, you can take advantage of it all, plus take a dip into the cold plunge pool for a rejuvenating hotcold therapy.
The Ultimate Tour with Rotorua Canopy Tours is an absolute must-do. Voted TripAdvisor’s #11 experience on the planet, and this year named #1 Nature Activity in the world, this incredible 3.5-hour eco-adventure involves six ziplines, a 50-metre-high cliff walk, suspended swing bridges, an 18-metre-high controlled descent, and amazing guides who take you through a protected ancient forest. Besides having an incredible time in nature, you can feel great knowing that proceeds from your ticket go back into making this forest predator-free.
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