The flight to LA was really pleasant. Our seats in front row of economy section were great. Just 2 seats together and at an exit door so stacks of leg room and space to spread out.

Arrived in LA about noon, and had to collect bags and do the whole US customs thing, but hey, it didn't take too long and once through customs entry put our suitcases straight into a transfer station for the next flight. Then went through the customs check in process which also was quite swift.

Had a couple of hours in the Koru lounge, shower, glass of wine etc.

Have just taken off on NZ 2 now bound for London Heathrow, about 10
hours away. Dobby is already immersed in a movie, so I'm going enjoy a beer and listen to a bit of music on the iPad. Tough life I know!!