Rotorua Roto = lake Rua = two or second So, Rotorua roughly means “Second Lake”. The original Mãori name is “Te Rotorua-nui-a-Kahumatamomoe”, which means “The second great lake of Kahumatamomoe.” The Government Gardens were beautiful to walk through, the hot springs were steaming and the view from the hotel over the lake made it all…
New Zealand is incredible. From Hobbiton to the Southern Alps, here’s everywhere I stopped, what I loved and a few tips if you’re planning your own trip. 📍North Island highlights: • Auckland (food, museums) • Hobbiton (very touristy, very worth it) • Rotorua (mud pools, Maori culture, hot springs) • Huka Falls + Lake Taupō…
Not sure where to go this spring? Consider Spain! España is an absolutely gorgeous country full of culture, history, nature, delicious food and beautiful people. It’s a place where east meets west, where Europe meets Africa and the result is a unique destination. And best of all, it’s not as expensive as other European destinations…