Following a 4.8 magnitude earthquake, Mount Etna in Sicily recently erupted. Mount Etna is the highest volcano in Europe and considered by many to be the most active volcano in the world. It remains in a constant state of activity but has been mostly dormant for the last couple of years.
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Super Typhoon Kong-Rey Travel Advisory
Information about Super Typhoon Kong-Rey Typhoon Kong-Rey is a strengthening super typhoon currently heading towards Japan, although there is also the potential for it to impact Taiwan, China and South Korea, depending on the course that it takes over coming days. It is expected to continue to strengthen and will make landfall later in the…
Lombok Earthquake Travel Advisory
Information about Lombok earthquake in Indonesia Lombok, Indonesia has recently been impacted by two major earthquakes, strong enough to prompt tsunami warnings in the region. After the most recent quake, there have currently been 91 reported fatalities and 209 people severely injured. The quakes will have an ongoing impact in the area, including likely aftershocks…
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…
Greece Financial Crisis not Lightnin’
With the Greece Financial Crisis worsening, many questions have come in from our customers seeking advice on what to do about their planned visits. The Greek banks are shut this week and you may have heard that cash withdrawals from ATM’s are being capped at EUR60 per day – that’s about NZD100. The good news here…
Travel Advisory – Hurricanes Iselle and Julio
If you are experiencing travel disruptions due to Hurriance Iselle and Hurricane Julio, please read our latest travel advisory on your next steps.
Travel Advisory – Malaysia Airlines MH17
We would first like to extend our deepest sympathy to all those affected by this event. The following travel advisory information concerns those affected by Malaysia Airlines flight MH17 on 18 July 2014. Where to get help: If you hold concerns for family and friends, please call MFAT’s 24-hour Consular Emergency Centre on +64 4…