Exploring Queenstown with its stunning mountain views, restaurants, and variety of activities from extreme sports to scenic gondola rides. Took a day tour to Milford Sound with stops through Fjordlands and a boat ride that included getting drenched at a waterfall, plus an evening on the historic TSS Earnslaw steamship for a farm dinner with sheep shearing demonstration.

The final day in Auckland featuring visits to the War Memorial Museum, Victoria Park, and a ramen restaurant that exceeded expectations, followed by discovery of Sansui sushi with excellent service and presentation. Flew to Queenstown on a small plane with spectacular Lord of the Rings-like mountain views on arrival.

A guided tour from Auckland visiting Waitomo glow worm caves for a magical boat ride under starlight-like worms, and Rotorua hot springs to see impressive geysers and experience geothermal activity, plus learning about Maori culture and welcoming ceremonies.

A day exploring Auckland's city center, starting with eggs Benedict room service, a haircut with conversation about American car imports, a spa visit, and visiting Sky Tower with its glass floors and bungee jumping observation, ending with Thai dinner. A day exploring Auckland's city center, starting with eggs Benedict room service, a haircut with conversation about American car imports, a spa visit, and visiting Sky Tower with its glass floors and bungee jumping observation, ending with Thai dinner.

Arrival in Auckland for honeymoon with reflections on United Airlines service, 22-hour LAX-Auckland flight, and customs wait. Mentions nice gestures from passengers, rugby team sighting, and meeting friends before honeymoon trip.