5 reasons to visit polynesian spa in rotorua
New Zealand’s geothermal paradise and Maori headquaters – Rotorua – attracts visitors from all over the world. Geysers, mud pools, hot springs, geothermal pools – you’ll find it all here side by side. As a result lots of services built their business around these nature’s phenomena. Many offer treatments and an opportunity to soak in the mineral waters. How to decide upon which one to visit? We were invited by Polynesian Spa to try out their services and we gave in – after walking the 19 km long Tongariro Alpine Crossing my muscles were screaming for warmth and treatment. Long story short – we enjoyed our spa evening. Here are 5 reasons why we think you…
Castelluzzo – a hidden gem of Sicily or how we avoided crowds during the high tourist season
Searching for a less traveled destination? We found one! In this post we are sharing our tip for Casteluzzo – a hidden gem of Sicily. Our car enters Casteluzzo at dusk. 1.5 hours drive from Palermo through curvy highway filled with construction signs gladly ignored by locals and we spot the sign of the village we are aiming for. High hills with olive trees on their slopes, golden light and sea breeze greet us as we consult the navigation system for our street. Later we learn that there is no wrong turn in Castelluzzo – the whole village consists of one main street and 4 side narrow streets which eventually…
travel diary: tongariro alpine crossing
I wake up at 5 a.m. The alarm didn’t ring yet and I turn it off not to wake up my sleeping family. I slide out of my warm blanket and put on clothes which I laid out the previous evening. The air inside the motorhome is cold. Clothes are cool. I put them on layer after layer, warming up slowly. Outside temperature shows -2C°. It takes me 10 minutes to get ready and I take my equipment bag, close the door and start walking towards the reception – the meeting point. I’m too early. Noone it there yet. The first bus left at 5:30 a.m, but there were no…
Hobbiton With Kids: Things to Know before You Go
All you need to know before you go to Hobbiton Movie Set with kids: how to book a visit, what to bring along, tips and tricks and much more. While planning our trip to New Zealand in November 2017 one thing was set in stone – Hobbiton™ visit. Our daughter Olivia, 1.8 years old back than was coming along. So our goal was to make the visit to Hobbiton as convinient and enjoyeable for the whole family as possible. Hobbiton – the only movie set which remained untouched I don’t consider myself a “the Hobbit” or “Lord of the Rings” fan, but I do enjoy re-watching both trilogies, especially on Christmas.…
