Bon Jovi Weekend

We've just had another weekend up in Auckland. We discovered some fantastic shopping spots, Ponsonby was a complete party atmosphere with their Santa parade, live music and great shopping.

We treated ourselves to a visit to the Ice Lounge on Saturday evening before dinner. Amazing place, all made of ice, even the glasses that we had our cocktail in. Could only manage to stay for one drink as it got too cold!

Then headed to the Orbit restaurant at Sky Tower, where you watch 360 degrees of Auckland go by whilst you dine, stunning views and fabulous food.
















On the Sunday we first visited the War Memorial Museum which was fascinating and then on to Parnell, another wonderful place, full of boutique shops and beautiful eateries, sitting Al Fresco, watching the world go by.



The concert in the evening was amazing. Bon Jovi was a complete star, and the fact that we had seats only 5 rows from the stage made it even more outstanding.


Heading home on Monday we went via One Tree hill which is surrounded by lovely park land with grazing livestock just mixing with all us tourists. Stunning views from the top and a chance to take more photos.

Both John and I feel completely relaxed and refreshed, felt like we'd been away for a week!