A day to explore Auckland until 6:30 pm when we had our tour meeting. We got a later checkout so decided to walk downtown along the waterfront to take in some sights. It was muggy as hell and we were both sopped when we got back to the hotel. We then took a cab to our g Adventures hotel. OMG!!! It's a f*c*ing hostel!!! So, we went from a 4* hotel to a 1*. Again, my attitude is "it is what it is". I gotta say though I'm very disappointed in some of g A...

Hi all. Just wanted to let you know that the web page doesn't seem to be working properly. My photos aren't uploading for some reason. I spent hours yesterday (until 1:00 am this morning) uploading yesterday and they're not showing up. So I'll try to figure it out. Check back in a day or 2 to see the photos for the last few days. Maybe it's all screwed up 'cuz my tablet isn't used to being down under!

Of course, we awoke to a bright, sunny day after 2 days of muggy, overcast weather. We can't complain, though, as the weather has been great for the most part. Our flight for Auckland left on time at 12:30 pm. I had another cry on the way to the airport in the shuttle and at the airport whilst corresponding with some of the group. Vic thinks I'm nuts!! Don't anyone say it!! I can't say enough about Qantas airlines. We had exit row seats with to...