I was so excited to head out to Cathedral Square today to see the famous Christchurch Cathedral. Was a bit disappointed because they were doing restoration works inside and outside so there were huge cranes and barricading everywhere. Nevertheless it is a beautiful building. Grabbed a guide from the visitor's centre and set out to explore. Walked past the Canterbury Club which is one of the oldest Gentleman's clubs in Christchurch. It even has a working gas lamp ...

Got on the interislander ferry shuttle at 7:15am which bypassed the train station and then dropped us at the ferry terminal. Checked my luggage right through to Christchurch and then got on the ferry. It is HUGE!! Has 10 decks with numerous restaurants, lounges, recliner seats and even two cinemas! Had a cup of coffee just as we were heading out and then found a nice cozy corner with a few vacant seats so I could lie down. WELL!! It was rough to say the least. I ...