Megan Singleton

Hi, I'm Megan Singleton and I'm the word slinger of this travel blog as well as on radio in NZ every Sunday. Former Travel Editor at Yahoo NZ and current freelance writer for a few newspapers and mags from time to time, I set off on this travel writing journey 20 years ago and I've pretty much always got a suitcase half packed (or half un-packed!)

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What Qatar Airways direct flight to Auckland means

Qatar Airways has just commenced daily flights from Doha to Auckland. Here’s why it’s a bit of a big deal

Waitangi Day events for everyone!

February 6th marks Waitangi Day in New Zealand. It celebrates (some would say commemorates) the day in 1840 when Maori chiefs from tribes around New Zealand met on the grounds …

This temple sits over an older temple too

Mexico: Chichen Itza & the cruelest game in the world

One of the most fascinating things about Chichen Itza is the fierce ball game

Here’s my luggage and travel accessories store!

My favourite pieces of luggage and bits and pieces for your next holiday are now in my store!

New Zealand: how to visit the South Island

New Zealand has been voted the best country in the world to visit by the UK Telegraph. I agree! Here’s my overview of how to see the South Island on a time frame.