I remember my first walk in Rotorua vividly—and not for the best reasons. I had underestimated the sulphur smell that permeated the area and embarked on the trail unprepared for
Ever tried to make a budget stretch only to end up eating instant noodles for every meal? That’s exactly what happened to me when I first visited Rotorua. On my
If I’m being honest, I didn’t have much of a plan the first time I took my family to Rotorua. It was one of those spur-of-the-moment trips that seemed like
Café lovers are a special breed of humans. We’ll brave any weather, any waiting line, for that perfect brew that makes the world seem right. Speaking for myself, I’ve always
My friends still tease me about “The Great Spinout of 2019.” I boasted about my supposed karting prowess despite having not driven a kart since high school only to end
I never seem to relax during vacations. Even when my family booked a trip to Rotorua for the holidays, relaxing was the only thing on my schedule. Still, life had
The first time I went to a hot pool, I thought it was hotter than a habanero in a heat wave. But as the initial shock wore off, I discovered
If there’s anything I love more than chocolates on Valentine’s Day, it’s a gift basket filled with my favourite snacks, wine, and maybe a bouquet of fresh flowers. Gift-giving (and
Growing up in a large family dominated by women has honed my intuition for treating them well. I’ve found that making them feel valued is surprisingly straightforward. Flowers and surprise
I’ll never forget the time I set off on a cross-country road trip without a map or even a clear destination in mind. I was convinced that the spirit of