Monday, September 13, 2010

Auckland, Here We Come!

Saturday, Sep 11th, 11:00 AM: Depart for LAX
Fly, fly, fly. . .
Monday, Sep 13th, 9:00 AM: Arrive Auckland, New Zealand

Yes, it was two full calendar days from leaving our doorstep to arriving in Auckland (which translated to roughly 27 actual hours).  Sleep was not our friend.  However, we were so excited to be there that we managed to power through our jet-lag.

Before we left, Eric spent many hours researching the perfect Kiwi rental car agency, and after we'd landed and passed immigration & customs, we picked up the fruit of his labors: El Heap.  Literally.  I particularly appreciated the brightly-colored decals plastering the car announcing that we were cheapos driving a heap, just in case anyone couldn't have gleaned that from the car itself.





As Eric mastered left-hand-lane driving, we made our way to our hotel in downtown Auckland. After we'd settled in and showered, we hit the pavement and started exploring.

  

  


It didn't take long for these two Yanks, Ear-ic and Peege, to fall in love with New Zealand.  The people were so friendly and Auckland was gorgeous and clean.  We took in all the sights and strolled along the boardwalk watching hundreds of yachts and sailboats.  We also visited Auckland Tower where we enjoyed a fantastic dinner as we marveled at the panoramic views from the revolving restaurant overlooking the city as the sun set over the harbor. 

 
  


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