Rotorua to Whangerei

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Spent yesterday travelling from Rotorua to Whangerei (North of Auckland)... a word to the wise - don't underestimate how long it takes to drive around NZ.... the last 100km felt like 500km!

We have just booked to stay for 6 nights on the east coast - about 40 mins north of Whangerei - in a small complex of chalet's on a rocky outcrop - with views up and down the coast and a private beach. Needless to say they do not have internet facilities - so you will have to wait until we are back in Auckland in a week or so - to hear all about it and see all the wonderful pictures I am about to take...

However - tomorrow we have booked to go to Zion Wildlife Gardens (of the Lion Man fame - programme on Sky One for those who may recognise the name).... for a big cat experience. We will get up close and personal with one of the big cats in addition to a tour of the park... can't wait! More of that next time.... assuming we don't get eaten!

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