It was 29 degrees when we arrived at Paihia by InterCity bus. Vida and Brian very kindly picked us up and dropped us down again to the bus when we were leaving because there is uphill to their house. We are very thankful. The house is very nice. Lovely view from the balcony. Good air conditioning in the living area. Nice restaurant Alfresco. Taxi cost between $6 to $10 from the village.