Information about Vanuatu’s Volcano and your travel insurance The Pacific nation of Vanuatu have ordered thousands of people to leave Ambae Island as a volcano erupted and filled the sky with ash. Safe Travel has labelled Ambae Island as high risk and advised against all non-essential travel. Air Vanuatu have cancelled and rescheduled a number…
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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%…
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)…
Don’t spoil your holiday with jetlag
Jetlag really is beastly. To arrive at your holiday destination only to find yourself drooping into your lunch, or curling up for an afternoon nap and waking at 2am, completely disoriented and unable to get back to sleep again until lunch the next day – it’s not the ideal way to start a vacation. And yes,…
Pacific Island Getaway
Oh yes it’s cold, it’s windy and sometimes it’s rainy too. Perhaps that’s why all your friends are showing off about jetting away to warmer climates to beat their winter blues. Although, if you see one more Facebook post in which your mates are snapped sipping tropical cocktails or dressed in togs and sucking in…
Adventurous Eating in Asia – Creepy, Crispy, Crunchy
Regardless of where you travel, whether you’re backpacking or indulging at a resort, roaming the planet usually poses challenges, physically, mentally and also in terms of food. But, instead of playing it safe next time you’re on holiday, why not step out of your culinary comfort zone and get your laughing gear around some nutritious…
