Rotorua Accommodation, MALFROY Motor Lodge Rotorua New Zealand: April 2013

Sunday, April 14, 2013

Blue Baths Rotorua

Dinner / Cabaret / Dancing

Situated in the Historical Government Gardens in front of the Museum grounds, the show kicks off at 6pm with a dramatic and surprisingly powerful operatic opener – that can be viewed by anyone who happened to be in the area at the time as it is on the outside steps of the baths.
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This show includes a five star three course meal (amazing steak) and an interactive trip (dip?) back in time where feather boas and Trilby hats reigned supreme. You can’t help but be impressed by the quality of the singing and the Kiwiana interpretation of age old classics. Experience NZ hospitality the way it used to be, glam yourself up and be prepared to laugh the night away in a truly Historical setting. This is and experience that is truly unique to Rotovegas, and a truly lovely (romantic?) night out for the ladies.

View one of the shows last summer:

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Tuesday, April 9, 2013

Paradise Valley Rotorua

If you feel like getting in touch with nature then this is the trip for you! Off Fairy Springs Road and up into the valleys, this is a reasonably priced way to spend the day and brings you into contact with both local and introduced species – including Lions, Rainbow Trout and the mischievous Kea. There are trout a plenty and I recommend buying some animal food, especially if you have children. A tip for seeing the Lion pride is that they become more active during cold weather – so not a bad option if it’s a bit cold for other outdoor activities (also they are fed at 2:30 daily).

Friday, April 5, 2013

Museum Rotorua

Not the museum trip you may expect. The Museum building is a tribute unto itself in many ways and well worth while having a look through. It is worth choosing a fine day to be able to take advantage of the viewing platforms on top of the building.

From its heyday as an experimental spa treatments centre, the museum was saved from dilapidation when it became an underground venue for gigs in the 60’s. There are a range of installations to experience, and a movie theatre that gives a very modern re-enactment of the history of the Rotorua region – with no less a person that Temuera Morrison (Shortland Street, Once Were Warriors & Star Wars) guiding you through.

Also well worth a mention is the Arts gallery, it has a range of interesting contemporary and more classics art forms. There are guides available for each of the sections of the museum and you have the option of absorbing it all in your own way, or gaining the additional value of local knowledge by taking a guided tour.

Tuesday, April 2, 2013

Skyline Gondola, Luge Rotorua

The Luge is traditionally the ‘must do’ activity in Rotorua. Spectacular views of the city also result in a unique way to utilise gravity in an environmentally friendly fashion – roll. Skyline have created a patented go-cart (non-motorised) and some really well designed luge tracks. You don’t need a motor to go fast or to have a race, and you will enjoy the ride. Skyline also have a top level restaurant, along with a new swing based ride that seems to get the punters screaming if a bit of freefall is more your thing.

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