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Spa / Wellness

In an increasingly busy world, more and more people want to escape their everyday lives and relax for awhile. New Zealand has many spas and retreats on offer to help people do just that.

While many overseas spas are entirely manufactured, New Zealand is a spa destination with a difference. Its spa services enhance the assets of the natural environment making bathing in natural hot springs a key attraction. Images of Hanmer Springs in the South Island, with people enjoying hot springs surrounded by snow-topped trees and mountains, epitomise the natural advantage New Zealand has in providing a holistic spa experience.

The spa industry in New Zealand is a developing one, but there are essentially three types of spas available: hot spring spas; destination spas or retreats; and day spas. Combinations of all three are also available. The Polynesian Spa in Rotorua is the best known.

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Alpine scenery is even more enjoyable when you're up to your neck in hot water.

At Matakauri Lodge in Queenstown, total rejuvenation is a sure thing. The scenery, luxurious villa accommodation and five star cuisine will help to restore your sunny outlook on life. At the spa pavilion you can put the finishing touches on your relaxation with a sauna, hot tub and massage.

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Getting yourself into hot water is one of the pleasures of a holiday in Rotorua.

Rotorua’s geothermal activity isn’t just something to look at – at various spas throughout the region, you can climb right into it. Hot mineral pools come in a variety of temperatures, from pleasantly warm to turn-you-bright-pink hot. Part of the experience is moving from pool to pool, to find the one that’s just right for you.

Photo credit: Chris McLennan

In a Rotorua spa you can shake off your stress and have your troubles massaged away.

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A private yoga class followed by a delicious massage - they'll treat you right at Matakauri Lodge.

“Linger where contentment can find you” is the philosophy of the Matakauri Lodge yoga and massage service. Guests can take their pick from an extensive massage menu and enjoy a private yoga class with the in-house yogini. A hot tub, sauna and exercise room are also available.

Photo credit: Matakauri Lodge

Hell's Gate is a place for sightseeing and spa treatments. The mud pack is handmade by nature.

Rotorua’s gloopy grey geothermal mud is believed to have special properties. At Hell’s Gate, one of the area’s most active geothermal parks, visitors can enjoy a very ‘hands on’ mud experience . As it dries on your skin, the mud draws out impurities. Most would agree that a day at the Hell’s Gate spa is truly heavenly.

Photo credit: Chris McLennan

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