Forget valentines – it’s all about the galentines at Wai Ariki Hot Springs & Spa this February 14, with exclusive bathing experiences, rejuvenating treatments and sweet treats on offer for Galentine’s Day.  Nestled on the shores of Lake Rotorua, Wai Ariki blends the region’s natural geothermal waters with traditional Māori bathing practices to create a one-of-a-kind wellness experience.  Galentine’s Day (a spin-off of Valentine’s Day) is a celebration meant to acknowledge and uplift female friendship – and what better way to show appreciation for hoa wāhine (female friends) than at a place built…

Working in one of the most beautiful locations in Aotearoa (arguably the world) at one of the country’s most iconic, award-winning wellness venues, where Natalie Portman has visited and Jason Momoa aka Aquaman is basically a regular, doesn’t sound like the worst job in the world. But for Maia, it’s about much more than the…

Wai Ariki Hot Springs and Spa in Rotorua, New Zealand, has been announced as a finalist for the prestigious People’s Choice Award at the 2024 Spa & Wellness Awards, taking place in Byron Bay, NSW, this October. The awards, judged by esteemed industry experts, recognise excellence in the spa and wellness industry. Wai Ariki Hot…