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Megan
Hi! I’m Megan and I’ve been galavanting around the world travel writing full time since 2000 and blogging since 2006. “The word in travel” is my tagline with nearly 1000 posts to inspire your next trip.
I’m also the travel correspondent on Newstalk ZB radio on Sundays and I love to host tours for my readers around New Zealand, my home country, and also internationally. More info on those in the widget on the right – or below on mobile!

Hi! I’m Megan Singleton and I’ve been galavanting around the world travel writing full time since 2000 and blogging since 2006. “The word in travel” is my tagline for this blog.

Latest Posts

A 4-generation family holiday at Shangri La, Fiji – all the tips
Our family of 15 aged from four to 80, four generations, went to Fiji. Meeting from all over the world, this is what we thought

16 gross things in hotel rooms — and what I do about them
From TV remotes to bed cushions, here are the icky things in hotel rooms worth checking, plus easy hygiene tips for a cleaner stay

The Michelin Guide serves up in New Zealand!
Michelin Guide has finally reached Oceania and New Zealand took out 15 stars!

How NOT to get scammed in Rome: Tricks tourists fall for
Learn the tricks and traps to avoid being scammed in Rome. How to spot the shill, and a list of other scams doing the rounds

Where to stay in Paris: The best hotels by arrondissement
Here’s how to figure out exactly the right place to stay in Paris on your next trip and which lovely hotels fit your budget

Man successfully sues tour operator over sun lounger towel hoggers!
A win for the good guys! This court case will make hotels think twice about letting sun lounge hoggers ruin it for everyone else!
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