Te Araroa (day 36/37) - Wellington [Zero Days] /mile 1058

Two rest days spend in Wellington over Christmas and Boxing Day, I've tried to use the time somewhat efficiently.

On Christmas Day in the morning I called my relatives with wishes, it was still Christmas Eve in Europe. Then I left the hostel and went to check the path to the ferry. Employee at the backpackers told me that I will have to take a taxi there because of the roadworks in the area. It turned out to be partially true, building works were going on but the bypass for walkers has been made to access the ferry.
After that I've climbed Victoria Hill on the coast of Wellington, it had an observation point and was teeming with tourists. I took few snaps of the city and found a bench in the quiet spot on the remote side of the hill where I've cracked open a bottle of wine and chilled for a bit.
One hour later I made my way back to the hostel along the coast. Here I've watched Home Alone with other backpackers on the communal TV, ate and went to bed.

Shopping list for the Boxing Day was simple, I needed to buy: shoes, gas canister, pair of socks and an additional usb 'c' cable. After 9am I went to few outdoor shops comparing the prices and decided to buy 80$ pair of Asics at Rebel Sport which had a 35% discount. Then I hunted for rest of the items at reduced prices, being here on Boxing Day was definitely an advantage. After that I took out more emergency cash and had a "Kiwi Burger" at Maccas. It was a beef patty with slice of beetroot and egg - it tasted ok together but I probably won't be having it again.
Once the gear was completed, I've topped up the food for the South Island at the New World and sent more postcards home. Then I've packed everything and watched The Walk about the French WTC wirewalker Philippe Petit. 

I had to leave the hostel early as the ferry was leaving the port at 6:15am. I felt like I had enough time to recharge the batteries and were ready to hit the road again.

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