During our trip to New Zealand, we were pleasantly surprised by the beauty of Paparoa National Park’s Pancake Rocks. Our accommodation at Te Nikau Retreat was simple but comfortable, ideal for budget travelers. Despite the windy weather, our room provided a warm and cozy retreat. Other nature walks in the area offered delightful experiences.… Read More Unveiling the Hidden Gem of Punaikaki: A Nature Lover’s Paradise
A couple’s dream honeymoon to New Zealand was initially thwarted by the pandemic, and later complicated by a pregnancy. Despite discouragement, they chose to travel with their infant, meticulously planning a scenic itinerary spanning national parks and cultural experiences. Their successful trip serves as an encouragement for other parents not to postpone travel due to having a baby.… Read More How we Planned a Three Week New Zealand Adventure with a Five Month Old
Mark Johanson is an American journalist based in Santiago, Chile. His stories about travel, food, design and the environment have appeared in numerous global publications, including National Geographic, Travel + Leisure, The Economist, The Financial Times, Konfekt, Robb Report, AFAR, Food & Wine, Dwell, CNN, Bloomberg and the BBC, among others. He is the coauthor of 20 Lonely Planet guidebooks to destinations across the Americas and Asia, and has contributed to a dozen more coffee table books for the iconic travel brand. His first literary work, Mars on Earth, was released in 2024 by Rocky Mountain Books and named among the best travel books of the year by National Geographic and Geographical Magazine. Click through the menu here or links below to learn more about his work.
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