New Zealand December 2011 Trip Report

I returned from my two week vacation in New Zealand on December 31, 2011, and after decompressing for a few days, I'm finally ready to start writing the trip report. Unlike my epic Tokyo/Vietnam trip report from summer of last year, I think what I'll do this time around is focus more on the highlights instead of detailing every single hotel and city. I believe it's more applicable here anyways since much of this trip involved backpacking, hiking, and driving.

So without further ado, here is my two week adventure through New Zealand. Suggestions and comments are always welcome and much appreciated!

• Introduction
• United Airlines 274 First Class (SFO → LAX)
• Air New Zealand LAX Koru Club Lounge
• Air New Zealand 5 Business Premier (LAX → AKL)
• Exploring Auckland
• Air New Zealand 619 Economy Class (AKL → ZQN)
• Exploring Queenstown And Getting To The Milford Track
• The Milford Track
• Exploring Milford Sound
• Road Trip Up The West Coast Of The South Island
• Abel Tasman Kayaking And Hiking
• InterIslander Ferry And Wellington
• InterContinental Wellington
• Air New Zealand 418 Economy Class (WLG → AKL)
• Air New Zealand AKL Koru Club Lounge
• Air New Zealand 8 Business Premier (AKL → SFO)