September 27,
2013: ROTORUA
On this day
we drove into the city and walked around the lakefront. Later we sat by the
pool of the hotel and soaked up some sun. Had lunch at Carl's after touring a
big shopping area called Farmers.
September 28,
2013: ROTORUA TO NAPIER
Got up early
to drive into Taupo before driving to Napier. As it was a Saturday many people
were walking around the town. We stopped in a few stores. Donna bought a pair
of fingerless gloves that were lost within two days. We also bought a book for
Caidin's birthday. The drive to Napier took us through very curvy roads and
deep valleys. Some bridges crossed deep chasms and the geography was very
interesting. Again, sheep covered any grassy areas.
The Esk
Valley Lodge sits at the base of a large hill. Out front are expansive
vineyards that were young and just starting to bud out in this early Spring.
Our hosts for two nights at this bed and breakfast were Jess and Eilene Roddy,
originally from England. Their farm has sheep, pigs, chickens, and other
creatures. The vineyards are leased out to others. The house where the rooms
are rented out is large with great hedges and flowering trees extending in
front toward the vineyard. We were in the Reisling room which included twin
beds, a tv, large bathroom, and great wifi. Our bedroom looked out toward a
barn and grapefruit and orange trees.
After getting
situated, we drove in to the town of Napier known for its Art Deco
buildings. We stopped for lunch and
drove back to the B and B were we napped. At about 5 PM, we were served wine
and snacks and had an opportunity to talk with our hosts. Later we were joined
by other guests, a young couple from Newfoundland now working in New Zealand.
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