Windy Welly - Blogabond

Came across to Wellington on the ferry a couple of days ago. The journey out of Picton through the Marlborough Sounds is beautiful. And I've finally found somewhere in New Zealand that has a bit of dynamism and vibrancy to it (admittedly that's what people normally come here to get away from). Although Auckland is the commercial centre of NZ, Wellington is its cultural capital, and it's got a nice feel to it - some cool bars and cafes, a nice waterfront strip. Still can't get a sit-down meal between 2pm and 6pm though. NZ opening hours are a bit archaic!

Met up with Sophie a couple of days ago, an ex-colleague from Leo Burnett, and she showed me round the sights of Welly accompanied by 9-week-old Monty. Then the legend that is Keith Graham Potter arrived from Auckland yesterday, so we hit the city bars and pubs for a Saturday night out, NZ-stylee. From what I can remember it was a highly entertaining evening. We've now got 8 days to do the north island before KP has to be back at work, so it's back on the road today - after bussing round the south island, it's good to have a more flexible transport option. And a chauffeur to boot. Music selection is poor though - he's only got 6 CDs, 3 of which are 'Best of 80s'. Not good.

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phileasdogg on December 12, 2008 from Wellington, New Zealand

from the travel blog: Planes, Trains & Taxiwallahs

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