Going to New Zealand!

In a couple of weeks, I'll be making my first trip to New Zealand with my friend Aline. (Until I see for myself, I'm assuming Kiwis live in Hobbit-houses!) There are 12 others on this tour with Overseas Adventure Travel. We land in Auckland after a 13+ hour flight and visit the North and South Islands before leaving from Wellington 18 days later. The last city on the itinerary was changed from Christchurch to Wellington because of the earthquake damage in Christchurch 2 months ago. Our hotel the Grand Chancellor was actually leaning 3 feet off-center and was eventually demolished. How I wish you were all going with us!