Mapping Megan News Updates

The sense of adventure and discovery doesn’t fade with age. Many travellers in their sixties, seventies, and beyond continue to plan meaningful journeys abroad, and often do so with more purpose, curiosity, and freedom than ever before. But with experience also comes the wisdom to prepare well. As we grow older,… Read more »

Traveling the world takes more than just a passport and a sense of adventure. Each country is of course unique, having its own rules and laws both written and unspoken, and its own surprises waiting to catch the unprepared traveler off guard. A smart international traveler knows how to be well… Read more »

There’s nothing like exploring a new city on two feet. Discovering a city as a pedestrian allows you to get lost down those little-known side-streets, encounter those often undiscovered cafe or bookstore gems you’d often miss when traveling by vehicle. But while a neighbourhood’s character often reveals its true self… Read more »

Nothing beats the excitement of international travel but visas can sometimes make or break your travel dreams. While it's often straightforward to plan travel yourself these days and handle all the paperwork or online systems involved with obtaining visas, there can sometimes be confusing requirements, ever-changing rules, and documents involved… Read more »

The Philippines is quickly climbing the ranks as a favourite getaway for New Zealand travellers. Thanks to direct flight options, friendly locals who speak English, and over 7,000 islands to choose from, it’s a tropical dream that feels both exotic, yet also somewhat familiar. But while Kiwis will feel right… Read more »

Dubai is one of the best cities in the world for a short stopover, and a 8 to 12-hour layover gives families enough time to explore many of its most famous attractions. From the moment you land at DXB Airport until you return for your onward flight, you can enjoy… Read more »

Ask anyone who’s been to Las Vegas and they’ll tell you that the nightlife here is unlike anywhere else in the world. But if you’ve only stuck to the big names on the Strip, you’ve only scratched the surface. In 2025, Vegas nightclubs are mixing the iconic with the unexpected, offering… Read more »

Dreaming of a coastal European holiday and finding your mind drifting straight to popular choices like Amalfi, Santorini, or Costa Brava? While these destinations are indeed beautiful,  their popularity has led to overcrowding, inflated prices, and long lines of people jostling for the chance to catch the same sunset. If you’re… Read more »

When you hear how hotels measure their success, chances are you’ve come across the term RevPAR which stands for “Revenue Per Available Room.” It’s long been the industry’s go-to scorecard, tracking how much money a hotel makes from its rooms. In 2025, rooms are only part of the story. Think… Read more »

As exciting and rewarding as travel can be, it also often has a way of shaking up our routines in both good and bad ways. One day you’re savoring gelato on the streets of Rome or sampling late-night street food in Bangkok, and the next you’re back home, staring into… Read more »