im actually back in auckland, but the bay of islands is so much nicer! so im really there. we spent the best part of yesterday, and today in Paihia. they advertised loads of expensive activities on the bus... but Kate and i decided to explore for ourselves... and still ended up having a great time. we stayed in a place called the pipi patch - which just sort of emphasised the real beach-holiday feel this place has, it was a great place. right on the beach :) we met these two Germans, Annette and Stefan, and the 4 of us took a ferry to Russell and walked to Longbeach accross the other side of the penninsular. the beach was gorgeous and sandy...B-L-I-S-S we also attempted to cook stir-fry. with shocking results... but it was edible... sort
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