A day in Auckland
Trip Start
Jun 13, 2007
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Trip End
Jun 28, 2007
Auckland,
New Zealand
Saturday, June 16, 2007
" Today we had breakfast with our homestays. After we had breakfast, we went sightseeing. First we went to the top of Mt Eden. Mt Eden is actually a big volcano. THen we went to the harbor to see ships for the world cup. Then we went to go for lunch near the Auckland Coastline. Following, we went to a wave pool. Everyone enjoyed the slide. The tallest building in Auckland was the sky tower. You could even bungy jump from the top" ~Andrew Uy
Samare here:I just wanted everyone to know that the kids are doing really well. EVERYONE is really happy to be here. Today was a bit cold.....9 C or 48 F. That was apparently really cold for Auckland,One interesting thing about the water park went too...it's inside, and has warm water. The adults spent some time in the hot tob, and ALL the boys went on the indoor waterslide several times. Mrs. Torrey, Tim Silva, Kevin Young and myself are staying in a bed an breakfast, and our host took us up to Mt. Victoria. This had to be the most beautiful view thus far...although we here Rotorura and Wellington are even more beautiful! One interesting thing to note....we're all determined to have New Zealand accents by the time we return:-)
P.S. parents you'll love this. We have to wear our seatbelts on the bus...it's the law!!!
Comments
Hello to everyone!
It sounds like you are all having fun in New Zealand. What a great experience! Can't wait to read your next entry into your Travel Diary.
For the past two days the temperture in Hayward almost reached 90 degrees, but today the fog is back. Thank goodness.
Enjoy your stay--this is a wonderful opportunity. Say 'hi' to Steve and everyone for me.
Cheers to All
Sounds like things are going well - Thank you for the update - Our best to the whole group and particularly Bray -
Love Mom and Dad, Lauren and Katherine
Terri
Let me (all of us) know you made it safely to NZ and that you check on every single boy...talk to you soon...have fun!!! Christine
NZ travellers
Sounds fun and a great country! don't forget to take a lot of pictures
To Andrew
Hello! It's Dada. I am glad that u are having a lot of sight-seeing. Bring a lot of pictures.
To Bray
Hi Bray -
Sounds like you are have a great time in NZ. The girls and I arrived at Gramis last night - Friday (Saturday to you). Looks like you are busy today (Sunday) with church and a concert and then off to Rotorua tomorrow. Can't wait to hear about the Waitomo Caves. Please give Terri a big hug for me when you see her today. We miss you tons and look forward to hearing from you soon.
Love,
Mom, The Girls & Grami
Congratulations to the boys
I am so proud the choir that my son and daughter grew up with continues to be a world class organization. To have my daughter still with the group makes it double special . I hope you are all having a great time and a special thanks to Steve Meyer for having the stamina to continue this great and important work!........Rufus Olivier
To Andrew
Bonjour mon bebe! Comment ca va? It sound like you're having a fantastic time there, so with the rest of the boys. Well, enjoy every single day of your tour and remember to write something on your journal each day. Don't forget your good mannners and right conduct and ask for the addresses of your homestay families. Take some pictures with them and don't forget to say 'Thank You' for their hospitality. Fait attention tout les temps! Hugs and kisses to you. Je t'aime...- Mama
To the GGBC staff and tour chaperones
Thank you so much for the wonderful job you're doing for the boys. Keep up the good work and more power to you all! - Leah Uy
To Anthony
Hi Anthony!
It sure was fun to see pictures today on the website! Everyone is so excited about your travels and the experiences you are having each day. Enjoy!! Dad and I did a Team-in-Training run this morning, Saturday, in Golden Gate Park. We did great! And it was fun. Just like old times. I can't convince him to join the team but it was fun. Jack & Nat say hello! Thank your Host Families again for us! And say Hi to everyone! Love and a big hug - Mom and Dad
Julian Menjivar
Glad to see you are all haveing a great time. Sounds like the water park was lots of fun. Make the most of it and write it in your journal so you can share when you get home. We Love you.
Julian Menjivar
Glad to see you are all haveing a great time. Sounds like the water park was lots of fun. Make the most of it and write it in your journal so you can share when you get home. We Love you.
Julian Menjivar
Glad to see you are all haveing a great time. Sounds like the water park was lots of fun. Make the most of it and write it in your journal so you can share when you get home. We Love you.
To Bray
Hi Bray,
We are having a great time at Grami's. We have a busy day today. We are going to exercise class, then golfing with Grami and then we will have a golf lesson. We went swimming yesterday, and some shopping. Take lots of pictures for us to look at. We love you and are so glad you are having such a great time on your trip. Love, Lauren, Katherine and Grami.