Though dependent on many factors, the journey from Wellington to Auckland can probably be safely described as a good 8 hour journey. Continue reading →

I cadged an excellent seat with a power plug next to it on the way back across the Cook Straight and had just settled in with cheese and cracker snacks to do some work on the blog, when I was asked by a bearded, ponytailed, leather-clad biker-type accompanied by a strapping young ginger lad if the seats across from me were taken. Continue reading →