Auckland , General info:
9/10

Often callled the city of sails due to the many boats in its harbor. Auckland has over 50 volcanos and Range Toto - a volcanic Island in the center of the harbour is only 600 years old. Fott prints preserved in ash show that the native population actually watched this volcanic Island form. The rocks on the Island are still warm to the touch.

Auckland , Cheap stuff:
7/10

Visit One Tree Hill (although the tree was chopped down by a Mauri activist recently) for a beautiful view of the city. Also visit the Albert museum, which also has a spectacular view.

Murree , General info:
7/10

Murree is a hill station close to the capital city Islamabad. Its 7500 feet above sea level, so remains cool even in summer. Being in close vicinity to Islamabad it gets huge number of tourists. Its economy is mostly based on tourism. I winter it gets snow and attracts huge crowds from nearby cities.

Murree , Cheap stuff:
8/10

Murree's Mall Road is shoppers paradise. Shawls, Stoles, dry fruits and locally embroidered dresses are speciatities.

Murree , Different stuff:
7/10

Abundance of dry fruits

Murree , Don't miss:
8/10

The Mall with its three levels of shopping in a hilly area is definitely not to be missed. In addition there are many lovely hiking tracks.

Murree , Food:
7/10

All kinds of Pakistani and international varieties especially Chinese food is available everywhere. Not to be missed is the local breakfast of omelletes and parathas with doodh patti tea. They have lovely version of french fries too.

Murree , Hotels:
9/10

PC Bhurban, Shangrila, Blue Pines, and 100s more. All over Murree one can find hotels, restaurants and shopping areas

Murree , Safety:
8/10

Its perfectly safe