our last stop: Waiheke island

We were a little bit sad leaving beautiful Queenstown this morning - it is indeed well named (it was named Queenstown because it is "fit for a queen").  We almost wished we could stay there for our last 2 days in new Zealand - but then, we arrived at our last stop - Waiheke island.
It's just off the cost of Auckland, about 35mins by ferry.
We have not seen any of it yet, just this - from the deck of our bed and breakfast.....  this will be a great and relaxing way to finish our vacation.  We may do some wine tasting, or some driving around the island.... or we may just go to the beach, take a dip in the pacific ocean, sit on the deck and read.....
We'll see tomorrow.  In the mean time, as has been the case throughout our trip, there is wine to drink and great food to eat...........................
Pumkin gnocchi with buffalo mozarella:

 local  snapper with cauliflower mash and caramelized Brussels sprouts.

Fruit, cream, pear sorbet and meringue boat.....