Finally we arrived in New Zealand. There was a heavy rain welcoming us to this weather unpredictable country. To make us feel even more comfortable our bags arrived about 36 hours after us. Andy was only wearing shorts and being spring here it was a bit cold. We had to do some shopping to survive before we got our stuff.
View from Sky Tower in central Auckland.
We had already booked a few nights in Auckland before we were picking up our rental camper. We did some sightseeing although not so much because we were busy preparing a visa extension application and trying to transfer money from the States (which did not succeed btw due to rigorous restrictions and rules at the American bank. Once you have money at the bank it is almost impossible to use…). However a favorite restaurant was located, some views and yachts admired and parks strolled through. Auckland is a convenient and nice city. Everything is on walking distance or a short bus or ferry ride away. The outdoors seem to be important judging by amount of boats in the several harbors around town.
A yacht to die for.
Albert Park.