Auckland, continued...

Wow! Auckland is an awesomely beautiful waterfront city. Very similar to San Francisco, built around a beautiful bay and has a totally laid back vibe. Had breakfast at a really cute cafe and walked around in Parnell, a beautiful residential neighborhood. After walking through the Parnell Rose Garden we made our way to the Ferry terminal to catch a ride to Devonport. And by "made our way" we mean walked for what felt like 10 miles because we couldn't find a bus! Lesson #1: Never forgo seeing something just because it's a long walk.

We love Devonport, a small little beach town with amazing views of the Auckland skyline. Right from the ferry we took another long walk to Cheltenham Beach. We chilled here for a while until Ian's ice cream craving got us back on our feet for another long walk. Lesson #2: never leave without sunscreen in your daypack. Ian now has jump started his tanning but too bad he looks like a farmer!

Pick up the car tomorrow and off to the Bay of Islands.

Watch how you go...

Ian & Greg

Auckland, New Zealand

We're finally here in Auckland...a city that reminds us very much of San Francisco. It's 3pm and so hard to believe we only landed this morning. The past 3 days have blended together and the time change is totally screwing with our minds and body. As expected, the people here are really friendly. On Sunday we'll pick up our rental car and drive up to the Bay of Islands where we're hoping to swim with the dolphins!

Watch how you go...

Greg and Ian

L.A. Layover

We are enjoying a layover in sunny L.A. after an early morning flight from NYC (Ian sat next to our favorite TV news personality Rachel Maddow).  Soss picked us up from the airport.  We just had a relaxing lunch in Hermosa Beach with her, Jolene and Justin.  It was so nice to spend quality time with great friends before we get back on a plane headed for Auckland, New Zealand.

Watch how you go...

Ian & Greg