We spent our final day in Mexico City trying to find a museum, we found many but they were all closed and guarded by literally hundreds of riot police. There were also army trucks driving around. We questioned what they were expecting? We later found out from our concierge that it was Teachers Day, so there were many families in the city because kids were off school. It was to make people feel safe and protected. Suited me! We gave up on museums and walked in the...

Had a great sleep, got up bright and early for breakfast. Buffet breakfast at the hotel is included and the restaurant is on the top floor overlooking the Zocalo. It included eggs, pancakes, nachos & other stuff I had no idea what it was, but it didn't look like breakfast. Headed out for a walk around the city. First stop was Torre Latinamericana, which is a skyscraper with an observation deck. Mexico City is huge! Great views in all directions. No air con ac...

Big day of flying and airports, roughly 28 hours. Could not for the life of me sleep on the 16 hour flight from Auckland to LA, despite taking a sleeping pill. Sam did his usual airport floor sleeping gig in LA, while I looked after the bags. An American woman thought he was going to miss his flight to Chicago when everyone else at our gate had boarded & was trying to wake him "Sir, sir, excuse me sir you need to wake up" I laughed and told her he wasn't on t...

New York Best Restaurant - Joe's Shanghai Best Bar - Rooftop bar located at 230 5th Ave (cnr of 27th St & 5th Ave) open 4pm - 4am Best Entertainment - Hard Knock Laughs at Stand Up NY Best Tour - New York Water Taxi Best Views - Empire State Building/New York Water Taxi Recommended - NY Knicks basketball game at Madison Square Garden Tips - If you are staying for a week and using the subway buy an unlimited metro card for $31. Washington DC Best Restaurant - ...