Sunday, July 08, 2012
Crysta Parkinson @ Well Worn Suitcase
Our afternoon was spent at the Polynesian Spa in Rotorua. Do you hear that sound? I think it is the heavens opening to sing the praises of a long soak in a thermal heated pool.
The spa capitalizes on the unique geothermal activity of the area, which has been touted for years for the healing properties of its soothing naturally warm waters. It was glorious, and a fun way to spend some time as a family, too.
There are several choices within the spa (referred to by locals as the "Poly Pools"), including private and public options for adults and families.
Our group descended on the family spa, which includes a large freshwater chlorinated pool with a toddler's section and slide, and two hot mineral pools. It was a very relaxing place to watch the children's antics from, and to soak away the stress. It might not be the best place for non-parents to try to relax, though -- the family spa is a loud, fun place!
It amazed me that I could feel such a difference between the hot pools, with one at around 37 degrees celsius, and the other 39 degrees. It doesn't sound like much difference, but it really was. Too much time in the hottest pool and we were feeling dehydrated and overheated.
With the draining effect of the hot pools, it was lovely to have the contrast of the cool swimming pool to jump into for a break and a refresh. Then it was back to the middle pool for more unwinding, then on to the hot pools again because they just felt so good. Repeat.
Next time we will definitely have to set aside some adult time to take in the spa and private pools...
The spa capitalizes on the unique geothermal activity of the area, which has been touted for years for the healing properties of its soothing naturally warm waters. It was glorious, and a fun way to spend some time as a family, too.
There are several choices within the spa (referred to by locals as the "Poly Pools"), including private and public options for adults and families.
Our group descended on the family spa, which includes a large freshwater chlorinated pool with a toddler's section and slide, and two hot mineral pools. It was a very relaxing place to watch the children's antics from, and to soak away the stress. It might not be the best place for non-parents to try to relax, though -- the family spa is a loud, fun place!
It amazed me that I could feel such a difference between the hot pools, with one at around 37 degrees celsius, and the other 39 degrees. It doesn't sound like much difference, but it really was. Too much time in the hottest pool and we were feeling dehydrated and overheated.
With the draining effect of the hot pools, it was lovely to have the contrast of the cool swimming pool to jump into for a break and a refresh. Then it was back to the middle pool for more unwinding, then on to the hot pools again because they just felt so good. Repeat.
Next time we will definitely have to set aside some adult time to take in the spa and private pools...
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