SafeTravel NZ
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Mpox (Monkeypox) outbreak
What is mpox? Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, is a viral disease. Symptoms may include fever, rash, headache, muscle aches, and swollen glands. Mpox is most commonly passed on through…
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Advice for travellers to Spain for the 37th America’s Cup (37AC)
New Zealanders heading to Spain for this year’s Read at source SafeTravel New Zealand
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Travelling overseas with moko, permanent markings or tattoos
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…
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Travelling overseas with taonga (culturally or religiously significant items) – Tō haerenga me ngā taonga
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…
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EURO 2024
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…
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Saudi Arabia: Hajj Pilgrimage 2024
The Hajj is one of the world’s largest annual mass gatherings, is expected to occur between 14 June – 19 June 2024. Due to the vast numbers of attendees, who…
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Yellow Fever
About yellow fever Read at source SafeTravel New Zealand
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Zika Virus
What is Zika?Zika virus is a flavivirus and is closely related to Japanese encephalitis, West Nile, Dengue, and yellow fever viruses. Since its discovery in Uganda in 1948 Zika has…
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New Caledonia: Ongoing Protests and Civil Unrest
There are a number of protests and demonstrations currently taking place across New Caledonia, some of which have turned violent overnight. Local authorities have recommended that individuals stay in place…
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Paris Olympic & Paralympic Games 2024
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…