Christchurch – Day 3

Back at the ol’ Crowne Plaza now, the gang at their usual hangout, the Christchurch Casino. Went for a late dinner at the Casino with them before heading to the 24 hour convenience store to buy back some instant noodles for them – they’ll be needing it since I reckon they’d be coming back about 4am, the same as the other day.I was exhausted today. The free Internet access at Bethlehem Motel didn’t help - I was up till late. So, on the flight on the way back I was knocked out and didn’t even realize when we took off.

We took a Bombardier Q300 from Tauranga to Wellington - a relatively small carrier though bigger than the Beech. Wellington was a beautiful city. From what little I saw, it was coastal town that looked fantastic in the evening sun. The apartments by the bay all built upon the hilly terrain, the clear blue water, a haven for anyone loving the sea. While on transit in Wellington, we collectively bought about $800 worth or woolies from this brand, Icebreaker Merino, which apparently is very good for winter. I got two pieces – a thin inner tee and an outer sweater.

Lunch was in Tauranga with Wendy and Neil and was at a seaside joint, the name escapes me now but I shall get it from dad later. It was a great place and I had a Red Wine Platter. Probably the only reason I chose it was because apart from the fact that it gave a good sample of almost everything, there was blue cheese! Yum yum - A platter of heaven. Apart that giant slice of cheese, there was roast beef with a side of caramalised onion, salami, smoked sausages, and this pepper or something stuffed with a cream cheese.

Tomorrow should be a great day – I think I can finally go to the art museum.

Lunch: Seaside cafe in Tauranga, Red Wine Platter

Dinner: Christchurch Casino, Open Lamb Sandwich