NZ Day 21 – One last long day

Our holiday was nearly over and we weren’t looking forward to the end. James and Emma were ready for us at check out and the weather was behaving itself for once. The only thing left to do in Queenstown was the Sky Gondola and Luge. Kerry did well to control her fear of heights whilst me and James giggled like kids on the luge (a go-kart/toboggan type thing).

Our last meal in New Zealand was going to be a good one so we went for the fatboy option of Fergburger, a Queenstown legend in a bap. It was just as good as the Wanaka burger and the Tropical Swine still lingers on the taste buds.

There was no option to extend our stay as we had the last flight from Queenstown at 3:15pm. James and Emma dropped us off for a tearful goodbye. The internal flight to Auckland was a chance to review what we’d covered in 2 weeks crossing both islands. Within an hour the heart strings were tugging us to stay.

Kerry spoiled us to premium economy tickets for the return journey. Other activities during our 5 hour wait were stocking up on Burger Rings (crisps) – No. 4 on the things that Kiwis miss when overseas - and buying more souvenirs.

With the long flight ahead, I wanted some kip before landing in LA so chose a short film. Eagle vs. Shark had just been out in the UK and received good reviews. It’s a NZ geek romance film with similarities to Napoleon Dynamite. Very, very funny – a must see. The Kiwi viewing experience continued with the comedy, Flight of the Conchords. I remember seeing these guys at Glastonbury years ago doing Bowie impressions. Must buy the DVD when we get back.