Well, we made it to Auckland very early this morning. Got off the plane just before 5AM local time. And as the plane taxied to the jetway - it was pouring rain like i have never seen before, sideways rain, that was hard enough to shake the plane. But we got off, went through immigration and customs, got our bags (wet), got some money, and went on our way. Got to the hotel at about 6:30AM, and surprise - our room wasnt ready. But they let us take showers in the hotel spa, so we were able to clean up and put ourselves together for the day....the day that started at about 7:30AM. Went for breakfast at a local spot called Mecca - was pretty good, and it was nice to get some fresh air. But
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