These warm afternoons with daylight saving are perfect for a drive along the waterfront, a walk on the beach and a glass of wine at a cafe or, better yet, chips on the beach.
It's been a few years since I undertook a waterfront drive right to the end of the road up to Ladies Bay. I wondered how the old nudist beach was doing.
The beach is still there, though not as nice as I remember it. There's a concrete path down to it now and, to really put a damper on naked sunbathing, there's a veiwing bay above the beach. It's part of a beautifully designed rest spot with great views out toward Waiheke - and down to Ladies Bay.
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| The viewing bay at Archilles Point. |
A glass of wine was required (with a bit of a snack) to contemplate the cost of progress, so I stopped at the local shops in St Heliers, Annabelles to be precise, and enjoyed a quiet moment on a lovely afternoon.
The conclusion - I still love driving the waterfront and intend to come back soon.
