We had a lazy morning as we didn't have to be at the ferry terminal until about 10. We had to return the car first but it was at the same location so easy enough. The weather was a mix of sunshine and overcast so was promising. We got checked in and proceeded to the departure lounge, passing a board that let you know the type of crossing to expect: calm, light, moderate, heavy and storm. This morning it was heavy. An announcement was made that the boat was late, due to the weather (cyclone Pam) and we'd be delayed a little. Turned out to be about 45 mins. late leaving and 1 hour 15 mins. late arriving. There were numerous announcements on the boat advising passengers moving around to hang on, going outside the decks would be slippery, sea sickness pills were available at the shop, crew would be coming around with ice chips (and sick bags) - they were getting us worried! Even the Captn. made an announcement saying we'd be leaving the shelter of the sound soon and once we reached open seas it would be rough, expect 4 to 5 metre swells, and he was detouring slightly and deploying the stabilizers. It turned out to not be as bad as I thought, either the drugs were really good or I've become a better traveller. The only problem was trying to walk a straight line without hanging on when I went to the cafeteria to get myself some lunch, I felt like a drunken sailor!
Once we reached Wellington we had a shuttle booked to meet us and take us to the hotel, he was on time so got to the hotel quickly. It is another Quest studio apartment so is very comfortable and centrally located. We put warmer shirts on as it was cool and blustery and set off to visit the Te Papa (national) Museum, we stayed until 6 when they closed. Very good museum, we did the highlights, and found an Indian restaurant not too far away for dinner. Excellent lamb korma, the lamb just melted in your mouth. Back to the hotel to put our feet up and plan tomorrow's activities.
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