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Skotel Alpine Resort

3.5 star property
Tongariro National Park ski hotel with ski shuttle and ski storage

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Indoor spa tub
Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets
Spa
Terrace/patio
Land view from property

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good
Nestled in the heart of the historical district, Skotel Alpine Resort offers a family-friendly haven. Unwind on the garden terrace or challenge your loved ones at the arcade/game room. With ski equipment rentals and storage, as well as access to a sauna and spa tub, this resort has something for everyone.

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Bar
  • Ski facilities
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Ski rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub
  • Area shuttle
  • Ski shuttle
  • Train station pick-up service
  • Train station drop-off service
  • Bus station shuttle

For families (6)

  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
  • Arcade/game room
  • Barbecue grill(s)
  • Free self parking
The current price is CA $63
CA $74 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Queen Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Ngauruhoe Room

Ngauruhoe Room

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Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Refrigerator
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Backpacker Queen En-suite

Backpacker Queen En-suite

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Backpacker Bunk - Shared Bathroom

Backpacker Bunk - Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 7.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Cabin

Cabin

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

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Queen Room

Queen Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ruapehu Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Backpacker Double, Shared Bathroom

Backpacker Double, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 7.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Queen Room

Standard Queen Room

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Tongariro Room

Tongariro Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Mini-fridge
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Backpacker, Shared bathroom

Family Backpacker, Shared bathroom

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Rainfall showerhead
Shared/communal kitchen
  • 7.5 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cabin

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Tongariro Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ngauruhoe Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Backpacker Bunk Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Backpacker Queen Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ruapehu Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Backpacker Family Room with Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 2 Queen Beds

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi, bed sheets

Backpacker Double Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Queen Bed, 2 Double Beds and 2 Twin Bunk Beds

King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
Restaurant

The Park Hotel Ruapehu

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, 1,001 reviews
The price is CA $96
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 27 - Apr 28
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About the area

Map
Whakapapa Village, SH 48, Nagauruhoe Place Mt Ruapehu, Tongariro National Park, 3951

What's nearby

  • Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Taranaki Falls - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • Mt Ngauruhoe - 4 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Tongariro National Park - 5 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Whakapapa Ski Area - 9 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Taupo (TUO) - 76 min drive
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Train station drop-off (surcharge)
  • Train station pick-up (surcharge)
  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bus station shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Lorenz's Bar and Cafe Ruapehu - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Tussock Bar and Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Skotel Alpine Resort

Skotel Alpine Resort features a ski shuttle and puts you just a 5-minute drive from Tongariro National Park. The restaurant is a perfect spot to grab a bite to eat, and guests returning from the slopes can relax at the hot tub or enjoy après-ski drinks at the bar/lounge. A fitness center, a sauna, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights. Ski storage and rentals are also available. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 48 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the train station and bus station (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 48 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free uncovered onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Transfers

    • Train station shuttle from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM*
    • Bus station shuttle*
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Offsite

    • Area shuttle within 50 kilometers*
    • Ski shuttle*
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Toys

What to do

  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Hot springs nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Ski equipment rentals
  • Ski storage
  • Snow sports gear

Facilities

  • 6 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1986
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Television in common areas
  • Piano
  • Fitness center
  • Arcade/game room
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 48
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Accessible bus station shuttle
  • Accessible train station shuttle
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas

Ski

  • Ski shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ski storage
  • Ski rentals
  • Ski lifts nearby
  • Ski runs nearby
  • Downhill skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Heating

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished and decorated

Freshen up

  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 27 to 30 for adults, and NZD 15 to 15 for children
  • Area shuttle and ski shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday:
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Hot tub

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for NZD 15 per night
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 35 per night

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts major credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

Skotel Alpine Backpackers
Skotel Alpine Resort Hotel & Backpackers
Skotel Alpine Resort Hotel & Backpackers Whakapapa
Skotel Alpine Resort Whakapapa
Skotel Alpine Resort
Skotel Alpine Whakapapa
Skotel Alpine
Skotel Alpine Hotel Whakapapa Village
Skotel Alpine Resort Tongariro National Park
Skotel Alpine Tongariro National Park
Skotel Alpine Resort Hotel Backpackers
Skotel Alpine Resort Hotel
Skotel Alpine Resort Tongariro National Park
Skotel Alpine Resort Hotel Tongariro National Park

Frequently asked questions

Does Skotel Alpine Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Skotel Alpine Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Skotel Alpine Resort?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Skotel Alpine Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Skotel Alpine Resort?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Skotel Alpine Resort and nearby?

Have fun with onsite winter activities like skiing. Additional recreation nearby includes hot springs. Relax in the hot tub or enjoy the use of other amenities, which include a sauna and a fitness center. Skotel Alpine Resort also has an arcade and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Skotel Alpine Resort?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around Skotel Alpine Resort like?

Skotel Alpine Resort is a short 4-minute walk from Tongariro National Park Whakapapa Visitor Centre and 16 minutes' walk from Lower Tama Lake. Travelers say that the hotel is in a great location.

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Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The restaurant served good food with hearty portions at a great value for money. (7 reviews)
  • The spa facilities, including the hot tub, were highly recommended and provided a relaxing experience. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay

Great location for hiking. Loved the 70s ski vibe! Very comfortable beds!
elisabeth, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic upscale hostel/motel

I cannot say enough good about this place! Wonderful service, comfortable room with private bath/shower, great breakfast buffet (extra), bar, & restaurant (reserve your dining time early). Plenty of free parking. Our room looked out directly at the volcano with a sliding door walk out patio. Also, great location. We had planned to leave a vehicle at each end of the Tongariro Alpine Crossing but they counseled us that there is a 4 hr time limit after which you are likely to get towed, so we bought a round trip shuttle. Good to have the heads up!
2-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Scott, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

A little past it's prime.

Very run down hotel but we kind of knew that when we decided to go there. Everyone there was very friendly and everyone was having a good time. Don't think I would ever stay there again because it was a little below my standards.
Derek, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jason, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

sheila, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It’s was ok.

The hotel was in an amazing location, although it was very dated and needed a great deal of TLC. My room was tiny (I should have read the details better) but the bed was comfortable. The wall was backing onto the restaurant and the noise was quite loud, that said most people had left by 10pm. We had dinner which was ok, didn’t stay for breakfast. Overall the stay was fine, it was only a stop over on a longer trip down to Wellington.
Mark, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very good

Great views

The views are spectacular! The receptionist, Tyson, was friendly and helpful, as was the bartender. We enjoyed our pizza in the bar. The breakfast buffet was pretty bad. Stick to the bread, meat and cheese, and fruit, and skip the “hot” food, and you’ll be ok. Book early if you, like us, are elderly and appreciate an en-suite bathroom. We had to go down the hall and around the corner from our tiny room to relieve ourselves. Overall it was enjoyable.
Cynthia, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Great place, pillows could do with sn upgrade
Geoff, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Charlie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Scott, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rachel, 2-night trip
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6/10 Good

2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Martin, 1-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Audrey, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Whoops this place is in a need of refurbishing as it’s tired and noisy.. paper thin walls and doors and windows just hanging on in there. Yes a motel but tramped through and worn out. But the communal kitchen and bar area are great
James, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Overall we liked the Skotel, the location is fantastic in Tongariro National Park. The facility is old but clean. Request a room facing south looking over the valley, preferably not one facing the parking lot in the back. The staff was friendly. We were disappointed that one of our rooms was very small and not close to the rest of our party. The price was very good.
Suzanne, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The bed did not suit us and we left early in spite of not getting any refund. We stayed in 220 and we were relieved that the room did not smell like the lobby. The sky cleared briefly and the stars were amazing. Facility is close to hiking trails and visitors center. We believe that designators "resort" and "hotel" are a stretch and motel would be a more appropriate designation. Our room was listed as having a mirco and due to forest location, cooking is only in communal kitchen.
Jennifer, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

7-night family trip
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6/10 Good

In need of renovations
Laura Vanesa, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Nathan, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is hiker friendly!

I like their packed lunch!
Nathan, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

I understand the appeal of Skotel - a quaint, Kiwi escape in the middle of Tongariro National Park - and while both the meal at their restaurant and the gym/sauna/spa facilities pleasantly surprised me, the resort does have a couple let downs holding it back. Firstly, and importantly, the hotel is extremely isolated - in the summer months there is NOTHING happening in Whakapapa, and the nearest ‘town’ is at least a 20 minute drive away, even if you just want groceries and the like. Also, the room and en-suite bathroom were definitely smaller than we expected. However, I must admit I did have a comfortable sleep there and the stay is certainly more than suitable for a night after a day of exploring the park.
James, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing value. Loved the vibe. Friendly staff. Sustainability efforts. Beautiful setting.
Lisa, 2-night family trip
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