After almost 28 hours of travel, crossing the equator and the international date line, I've finally arrived in New Zealand. I spent 16 of those hours next to a cool, though smelly, girl from the states...we didn't talk much (I actually slept most of the way), although I did expect her to ask me to hacky-sack (sp?) in the aisle when the seat belt sign went off. Already met some very cool and friendly people. I've worked out my Magic Bus itinerary...leave tomorrow morning at 7:30 to head south on the north island down to Rotorua. I haven't seen much but city so far, although the flight in was beautiful...sun was just rising over the water and small islands all around. The weather is perfect for those of us who are inclined to sweat...it's winter, but
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