A Visit to Wellington, New Zealand's Capital City
By Val
@valmnz (17099)
New Zealand
December 13, 2018 12:00am CST
Many of you know how much I enjoy visiting Wellington, New Zealand’s capital city, which is about a two hour drive from my home. I’ve just returned from several days down there, the first time I’ve visited the city in several months.
I had two reasons for making the trip. The first was to go to the pantomime, Puss in Boots, at Circa Theatre. I always enjoy the performances there and once again enjoyed this latest opportunity. Summer has started here and I confess I went to the 4 pm matinee reluctantly on such an outstanding day.
My walk to the theatre from my hotel took me along the waterfront. The sun shone, and the waterfront was vibrantly alive with music, people, pop-up stalls and those out enjoying such a wonderful afternoon.
My second reason was to gather material for my next book. I spent the next two days walking the streets of the CBD, drinking coffee, researching for my latest writing project and writing. Now I have six weeks to process all I did and work it into my latest book, plus enjoy the summer ahead.
I’ll be back in my favourite city at the end of January.
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@sunrisefan (28524)
• Philippines
13 Dec 18
You had a very productive and enjoyable trip, Ms. Val :) Been to New Zealand twice but have not gone to Wellington. Instead, we went to Christchurch and Queenstown and took a 5-hour tour bus ride to Milford Sound :) BTW, I love the shot you took at the waterfront :)
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@sunrisefan (28524)
• Philippines
13 Dec 18
@valmnz Hahaha! I confessed to you because you have a vow of silence LOL!
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@valmnz (17099)
• New Zealand
13 Dec 18
@sunrisefan if you came to Wellington I'd even come down to meet you!
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@sunrisefan (28524)
• Philippines
13 Dec 18
@valmnz Hehehe! I don't know when I will be able to travel to NZ again :) My daughters say that there is much turbulence as planes make their descent to Wellington airport. They go to Wellington to renew their passports. My older daughter though is now an NZ citizen :)
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@ilocosboy (45157)
• Philippines
13 Dec 18
That is a great place, indeed. And who wouldn't get inspired to write with this beautiful scenery.
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@ilocosboy (45157)
• Philippines
13 Dec 18
Well, that's no surprising because of that inspiring place.
@allen0187 (58444)
• Philippines
13 Dec 18
Sounds like a great trip.
I bet your book will be full of your memories.
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@allknowing (130066)
• India
13 Dec 18
Our tour package did not include Wellington Wonder why. That was a good break for you. Killing two birds with one stone
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@JohnRoberts (109857)
• Los Angeles, California
13 Dec 18
I wish I could visit Wellington.
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