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Paris Olympic & Paralympic Games 2024
Reviewed: 25 June 2024, 15:38 NZST
Advice for travellers to France for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games and Paralympic GamesNew Zealanders heading to France for this year’s Olympic Games (26 July - 11 August) and Paralympic Games (28 August - 8 September) are advised to read the following information, in conjunction with the travel advisory for France. Before you goOver 15 million visitors from all over the world will be heading to France for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. ...read more
Travelling overseas with moko, permanent markings or tattoos
Posted: 24 June 2024, 10:48 NZST
Travelling with moko (facial tattoo)Tā Moko (Māori tattoo), in particular mataora and moko kauae are an important expression of culture, identity and whakapapa for Māori. Travellers with moko should be cognisant of the fact that permanent markings of this nature could be viewed differently overseas. Views and reactions may include curiosity, either positive or negative. Bars and restaurants in some countries may have a dress code that bars vi...read more
Travelling overseas with taonga (culturally or religiously significant items) - Tō haerenga me ngā taonga
Posted: 24 June 2024, 10:40 NZST
This advice relates to personal items only. Perception as weaponsSome taonga can be viewed as weapons and be confiscated by customs or security officials with no ways for items to be recovered. Check the customs restrictions for each country you are travelling to or through. Pack these taonga in checked baggage rather than in carry-on baggage, or wearing them. Useful websiteTravelling with culturally or religiously significant items (avia...read more
New Caledonia: Ongoing Protests and Civil Unrest
Reviewed: 18 June 2024, 09:26 NZST
A number of locations in New Caledonia have experienced significant incidents of civil unrest and protest, some of which have been violent. These are particularly concentrated in the areas surrounding the city of Nouméa. We advise avoid non-essential travel in New Caledonia due to ongoing civil unrest (level 3 of 4). Local authorities have recommended that individuals stay in place and limit their movements wherever possible. ...read more
Israel, the Occupied Palestinian Territories and Lebanon: Security Situation
Reviewed: 14 June 2024, 15:48 NZST
On 7 October 2023, rockets were fired from Gaza across southern and central Israel, including Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. There is currently a large-scale ongoing conflict occurring in areas of southern Israel close to the border with Gaza and within Gaza. Israel has expanded its ground operations in Gaza and military operations are expected to continue. Regional tensions in the Middle East are high and could escalate quickly, and the security situa...read more
EURO 2024
Reviewed: 31 May 2024, 09:10 NZST
Advice for travellers to UEFA Euro 2024 in Germany from 14 June to 14 July 2024New Zealanders planning on attending Euro 2024 are advised to read the following information, in conjunction with the travel advisory for Germany. Exercise situational awareness and be vigilant about potential risks to safety and security in crowded places, such as stadiums, public fan zones and public transport hubs. Keep informed of potential risks to safety...read more
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