auckland

Auckland!

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December 23rd 2006
I made it! I remember being almost in disbelief when I actually landed in Auckland and took the bus to my hostel which was prepaid by the org. that helped me get my visa. It kind of looked like any other big city but the Asian influence is really apparent and there are sushi and asion fusion eateries on every corner. There are also depressing numbers of Starbucks, Burger Kings and Subways. I a ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » North Island » Auckland

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The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... ... read more