Here's the first update from my Antipodean adventure!
Tonight's our last night in Auckland, we've so far visited the stunning and laid back Waiheke Island (its what I think Hawaii and other Pacific Islands would look like) - lots of wide roads, volcanoes, tropical trees, sandy beaches... wow!
Auckland itself is a vibrant city (some would say the only vibrant city in NZ - only time will tell), but as soon as you step out of the highrise area the whole country seems to take a collective deep breath and takes the level down a notch. Everybody smiles, everyone's eager to help out a troubled traveller.
Today (Sunday) we went for a walk in Shakespear Regional Park, about two hours out of Auckland by bus. It has nothing to do with the Bard and all to do with wildlife and the outdoors. It was a great day for walking today, overcast and with a pleasant breeze, but still warm enough to walk around in shorts and t-shirt (and long to have brought along a swimsuit!).
Look for photos here
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