Patricia Wright. Photo / Supplied
Do you travel light or heavy?
Light. Being heavy when you leave means you'll have to pay the cost coming back, after shopping. And I do plenty of that!
Cattle or first class?
As much as I love first class, in this economic environment cattle seems to be the better option.
I can't travel without ...
My iPod, whether it's to learn a new opera or just for my own listening, my iPod is a must-have.
What type of suitcase do you carry?
A huge Samsonite hard surface suitcase which is always half empty when I head off but at full capacity when I return, due to the aforementioned shopping.
What's always in your hand luggage?
My iPod, lipstick, mascara, jewellery, hairbrush, music, phone and purse. Little essentials.
Are you a planner or last-minute packer?
Mentally I plan, but I pack at the last minute.
What's the best thing you've brought back from a trip?
Income! The life of an opera singer means trips are invariably for work.
Favourite or most exciting airport to land in?
Auckland Airport; there's no place like home.
Best packing tip?
Roll your clothes - never fold. You can fit so much more in if you roll.
Most memorable trip?
When I was quite a bit younger and blonder, I had my first taste of Europe, a memory that will always stay with me. Amsterdam was somewhere I'll never forget. It was an exciting time to be in a place like that and I really felt like the world was my oyster.
* Patricia Wright sings the role of Ludmila in the NBR NZ Opera's production of The Bartered Bride, opening in Auckland on Saturday.
Princess Diana stayed there, and now so have I.