This used to be an attractive seaside town, but now it's become very touristy.CALD
After 5 days in Rotorua we went south to Taupo, a disappointing touristy place except for a lovely walk to the Huka Falls beside the crystal-clear, swirling waters of the Waikato River, and a visit to Cherry Island (in the river) where you are warmly greeted by numerous tame animals and birds as you roam around. BNC