

Top Bit, New Zealand
Once back in Auckland, we only had two days left with the girls so we decided to explore a bit of the northern tip of the island. So pleased we did as it's absolutely beautiful and Jo and me ended up staying in the Bay of Islands for 5 days. Was sad to see the girls go- it feels as if we are constantly saying bye to people. Whilst the girls were with us we decided to take a ferry trip over to Russell (the first capital of New Zealand). It was very quaint and swee...