It was time to pack up the last bits and pieces and leave the house.
Everyone was still asleep, of course, it was not even 5 am.
Yesterday it took the last train out of town and now it was the first train back into town. From Southern Cross station I took an airport bus and witnessed a wonderful sunrise behind the skyscrapers of the city.
No problems during check-in or emigration, everyone was helpful and friendly.
The big selection at in the duty free shop convinced me to purchase a birthday present for myself. A bottle of Laphroaig Triple Cask should serve well on my 31st. Because it was not as cheap as I had hoped I resisted the temptation of a coffee and went straight to the gate where an Emirates A380 was already waiting for me (and 500 other).
A bit of reading passed the time until my boarding section was called and soon we were on our way to Auckland.
Breakfast (and coffee) was served on this 4 hour flight.
The immigration and customs checks were quick and painless and it was no problem to bring in my hiking new boots since I only used them in Dublin so far.
The bus to town was right outside and the Hostel just around the corner from the Queen Street stop.
A quick walk around town gave me a first impression of the city and harbour of Auckland.
After a stop at a Asian Food court, where I chose the Malay stand I went back to the hostel and was happy to take a bit of a rest and relax.
I was pretty tired after the short night and busy day yesterday and nearly fell asleep while writing the blog.
There was an offer to go to a mental backpackers party and pub crawl. I didn't even consider this option and decided to get an early night.
Unfortunately I was past the tired point and could not fall asleep anymore.
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