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| View from Out in the Styx - gateway to Maungatautari eco reserve. http://www.styx.co.nz/index.htm We took the evening guided hike with Michael and Marjie Kaplan. Had the best view of the Southern Cross in the clear night sky. |
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| For Izzy's birthday weekend and our anniversary, we went to Auckland and stayed at the Hilton Hotel right on the pier. Our room, which had a large deck, was less than 50 feet from the Dawn Princess. We felt like we were a cruise. |
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| America's Cup Boat on Auckland waterfront. |
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| Jurassic Ridge Winery on Waiheke Island. http://waiheke.aucklandnz.com/ The island was a great way to spend a lazy Saturday. http://www.jurassicridge.com/ |
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| Sad Sunflowers |
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| Izzy welcoming the Sea Princess from our deck at the Hilton |
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| Maori artifact at Auckland Museum |
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| Site of the 2011 Rugby World Cup |
