so we have finally left south america and our first continent is finished. so now it is onto new zealand. we landed here at 3-30am which was a bit of a shocker especially having completely lost all of the 1st jan due to the date line cross over. we were picked up by our friend moniques mom who mothered us by feeding us and doing our washing, so thankful. we were staying just out of auckland an only came in on sunday. we have been up the sky tower which is amazing, especially as ppl seem to be throwing themselves off it, utter madness. we are off up north tommorrow to the 90 mile beach and to do some sand boarding which should be a laugh. we are also going into a mauri museum and get to to a cruise with the dolphins which should be amazing. the biggest problem here is the mass of really nice shops its so hjard not to buy stuff cus we know we cant carry it. the love the vintage shops and have loads of really nice dresses. oh well we shall restrain ourselves. not too sure when will next be by a conmp. but will keep you updated as much as poss. xxxxxxxxxxxx