Day 1: 7-2-10 Picked up the camper-van in Christchurch and headed north to the closest beach we could find. This happened to be in the small town of Kaiapoi, on the east coast nz. The ocean was chilly and the weather slightly overcast but the pacific ocean was certainly a sight for sore eyes. After we got our salt water fix we continued north on highway 1. After stopping at a liquor store to stock up for the trip, a local women told us to check out Hanmer Springs. Although, just like all of natures most beautiful treasures the human species decided it best to build a spa around the hot springs and charge an expensive cover for entry. Why is this process human tradition? Why do we feel the need to take natures most beautiful
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