A very long day with no time for sightseeing started with an early breakfast and leaving our hotel at 7 AM for the airport for our flight to Wellington and the New Zealand security/customs/immigration clearance. Our hotel had a nice view of Wellington Harbour, although unfortunately it was raining upon our arrival, and we were awakened by several downpours during the night.

Views of Wellingon Harbour from my room at the Copthorne Hotel