I've never been to New Zealand or Australia before, and am definitely looking forward to it. One week in Auckland is school related (and covering the cost of airfare). The rest is vacation.
Aug 12 BWI-LAX-SYD-CHC
Aug 24 CHC?-AKL [ Not sure; will likely book a one-way Pacific Blue ticket. ]
Aug 29 AKL-SYD
Sep 4 SYD-SFO-BWI