In the gulf of Hauruki just off Auckland’s coast is a smattering of small islands. The largest is Waiheke. It’s sort of a 60s counter culture meets Napa valley place as some of NZs most famous wineries are located on the island.  

I took the car ferry and of course arrived late  so I was the last car to board.  

Okay,  I already have to remind myself to drive on the left side of the street but then I had to back up onto the ferry. Not a pretty picture. After five attempts the monitor told me  just to leave it in the middle as no one else was coming on board.   

Apparently I provided great entertainment to the 50 people all watching my park job. When I went into the snack bar one of the guys on a buddys golfing trip bought me a “dads pie “ to keep my energy up for the “arduous parking ahead.” Everyone laughed but that Dads pie was pretty good. I really like the Kiwis. They are friendly and chatty and open. They can be quite cutting but in a funny humorous way. I can recommend the car ferry ⛴ to Waiheke Island and the prime steak Dads pie 

I can also recommend Waiheke Island. Think Napa in the South Pacific 

You know those days when things aren’t going so well so you think back to one day with perfect weather and scenery and friendly people and amazing food? Today will be one of those days Enjoy the pics