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South Korea: Pyeongchang Winter Olympics 2018

Reviewed: 17 January 2018, 17:05 NZDT

Tips for fans travelling to the 2018 Winter Olympics and Paralympics in Pyeongchang, Korea. Visit the SafeTravel website to read our travel advisory for South Korea and register with SafeTravel to receive updates. Plan well in advance There will be large numbers of spectators and fans travelling to South Korea in February and March for the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics and Paralympics. If you are planning to travel to the Games, we recomm...read more

Iran - Civil Unrest

Reviewed: 17 January 2018, 17:00 NZDT

Since 28 December 2017 there have been demonstrations in several cities across Iran. These protests remain unpredictable and there have been reports of violence and fatalities. New Zealanders in Iran are advised to remain vigilant, avoid demonstrations and large crowds, and monitor local media to stay informed of developments. Our Travel Advisory for Iran has not changed. New Zealanders requiring consular assistance can contact the New Zeal...read more

Travelling in the Festive Season

Reviewed: 17 January 2018, 16:55 NZDT

The holiday period in December and January is peak season for international air travel, and we wish all New Zealand travellers a safe trip over the summer. We have some advice for kiwi travellers to consider pre-departure:   1. Register with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade on our SafeTravel website, so that you receive important updates.2. Read our travel advisory for your destination, so that you are aware of any potential risks...read more

Pacific Cyclone Season: 1 November to 30 April

Reviewed: 17 January 2018, 16:50 NZDT

The Pacific cyclone season begins on 1 November and runs until 30 April.New Zealanders travelling to the Pacific are encouraged to register their details with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade. Travellers who register can be warned if a major cyclone approaches and given advice on precautions to take. We can also make contact with you following a significant cyclone to check on your well-being.If you are in an area affected by a cycl...read more

Dengue Fever outbreak

Updated: 17 January 2018, 16:45 NZDT

People travelling to the Pacific should take extra steps to avoid mosquito bites following an outbreak of dengue fever. Outbreaks of mosquito-borne illnesses are common in the tropical and sub-tropical climates in most Pacific Islands, in North Queensland (Australia), Asia (including India), Africa and Central/South America. Dengue fever is spread by the bite of an infected Aedes mosquito and cannot be spread directly from person to person. ...read more

Indonesia: Bali: Mount Agung Volcano

Reviewed: 15 January 2018, 14:30 NZDT

Mount Agung volcano on Bali, Indonesia erupted in late November 2017 sending ash clouds into the atmosphere. The National Disaster Management Authority for Indonesia has assessed the volcanic alert level for Mount Agung at level 4 (on a 4 level scale). The Indonesian authorities have an exclusion zone in place around Mount Agung volcano. Residents and tourists have been warned to stay at least 6 kilometres away from the volcano's crater. Ev...read more

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