As the temperature plummets and the power bills soar you might imagine there’s no escaping winter. But then you bump into someone who’s planning their midwinter getaway and you realise you can get away from the cold – by boarding a flight to tropical Queensland. With international airports handily located in Brisbane, Cairns, Townsville and…
Author: Tim Pearson
Bali Volcano Advisory Reminder
Updated Information about Mount Agung in Bali Bali closed its international airport earlier on today (Friday 29th June 2018) following a volcanic eruption from Mount Agung that sent volcanic ash and smoke billowing into the air surrounding the island. A number of flights between New Zealand and Bali have already been cancelled are more are…
Millennials – A safety conscious generation
Millennials are sociable and more concerned about their personal safety According to the latest survey carried out by Carlson Wagonlit Travel, Millennial business travellers are more sociable that their older counterparts and pay more attention to their personal safety. The CWT Connected Traveler Study, which surveyed 1,900 travellers from 16 countries, revealed a number of…
Kīlauea Volcano – Hawaii Travel Advisory
ADVICE FOR KIWIS TRAVELLING TO HAWAII From travel insurance and emergency assistance provider Allianz Partners The current advice from the Hawaii Tourism Authority is that there is no reason at this time for travellers to change or alter their leisure or business travel plans. The majority of Kiwi holidaymakers travelling to Hawaii should remain unaffected by…
Travel Insurance and the Bali Volcano
Travel Insurance and the Bali Volcano All you need to know Indonesia’s landscape is undeniably volcanic. On the island of Bali, there are two active Volcanoes that dominate the island’s landscape; Mount Batur and Mount Agung, the latter of which is the highest point on the island. When there is no volcanic activity, active travellers…
The Top 10 Cities for Millennials
Millennial city rankings “Digitally native, entrepreneurial and well-travelled, millennials are not afraid to relocate halfway across the world for the right opportunities and experiences” says Nestpick. Does this ring a bell? Whether you are looking to relocate or for a destination for your next city break, read on to find out the best ranking cities…
Gold Coast Commonwealth Games 2018
Important advice for kiwi spectators heading to the Gold Coast This April the Gold Coast will host its largest sporting event yet. In the run up to the Commonwealth Games, travel insurance and emergency assistance provider Allianz Partners have collated some fascinating facts on Kiwi’s travel habits to Australia, along with some essential tips for…
Almost half of the world’s aeroplanes are now equipped with Wi-Fi
Striking up a conversation with the person sat next to you on board a plane could soon be a thing of the past. It has recently been announced that Wi-Fi is now available on nearly half of the world’s aeroplanes. According to the latest annual report from Routehappy, Wi-Fi is now available on board 43%…
2017 Hotel Price Trends
How hotel prices changed in 2017 If you are a money conscious jet setter this could make for interesting reading. According to research the price of hotel rooms is on the rise across a number of cities worldwide. However, it’s not all bad news and there are a number of cities where hotel prices are…
Volcanic Eruption in Bali
What’s the latest? Mount Agung’s recent eruptions have caused a volcanic ash cloud and visibility issues across parts of Bali. As a result, flights in and out of Denpasar Airport are now being interrupted, with many cancellations. Background Information Please make yourself aware of the advice issued by Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT)…