To the left, to the left....

Beyonce's song now has new meaning to us. It is the mantra that we have to constantly repeat when on the road in NZ. The first time driving on the other side of the road, on the other side of the car, can be VERY nerve racking (we are careful not to say the "wrong" side of the road, as I'm sure that is offensive to our kiwi friends). :)

We made it to each destination safe and sound. And though we would typically say that the drive was uneventful, it was anything but that. The landscape, scenery, and this country in general was absolutely breathtaking! At one point I exclaimed, "We are driving through the Shire!" (special shout out to my fellow Lord of the Ring fans!). The green rolling hills, tall forests, and crystal blue lakes and bays alone make this trip unforgettable.

Susan was a great navigator, only having to tell me twice that I was driving on the wrong side of the road. :) After driving 6 hrs to Napier, I am confident that when driving 4 hours to Wellington tomorrow, I will not revert to being on the "American" side of the road!


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Location:Auckland to Napier