There is a Danish couple who have taken up the pitch next to us this evening. A refreshing change from the more typical Brits, German or Dutch who probably make up the bulk of the European campervanners.
Our cycle ride today on a section of The Great Taste Trail took us around the Waimea estuary which is home to a range of internationally significant bird species in the mud flats and salt marshes. But it wasn't the White Heron and Royal Spoonbill that had drawn us to this trail; it was the boardwalks, swing bridge, and the backdrop of the beautiful Tasman Sea and the inland mountain ranges.
We picked up the trail close to our overnight base in Richmond and rode across the boardwalks in the salt marshes, over the magnificent swing bridge and through the forested trails of Rabbit Island to picnic close to the beach. The trail surface was perfect for cycling, the weather was perfect for cycling, the views were stunning and there were great places to stop and take a breather along the route.
The advertising campaign of some years ago by Danish brewer, Carlsberg had come to mind during the day. This is where they had suggested that if the diversified into activities other than brewing, then whatever it was, it would be a utopia. So with glorious weather, a wonderful trail and beautiful scenery, perhaps Carlsberg might be considering "doing cycle trails". Could it be that the Danish couple who are our neighbours tonight are here on business rather than touring?
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