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Travel Alert: Ongoing Conflict in Middle East. Stay up to date with the latest travel alerts here.

Due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, further impacts to travel, including delays, rerouting and cancellation remain likely.
18 June 2025: Mount Lewotobi – Laki Laki: volcanic activity continues with its latest eruption 17 June 2025 causing ash plumes to reach heights of 10km in the atmosphere causing flight cancellations and delays.
Following military strikes in Iran, Smartraveller have raised their level of advice and now advise, do not travel to Israel and the Occupied Palestinian Territories due to the volatile security situation, armed conflict, civil unrest and terrorism.
As of 17th April 2025, significant winds from Cyclone Tam continue to affect the upper North Island of New Zealand and will extend to the South Island this evening. Combined impacts from the winds and rain are expected. (Metservice.com)
A 7.7-magnitude quake has hit Myanmar near the city of Mandalay, with tremors felt across Thailand and in China.
As at 3rd March 2025, Tropical Cyclone Alfred is classified as intensity category 1 by the Australian Bureau of Meteorology Tropical Cyclone Warning Centre. It is expected to intensify to a category 2 and currently projected to approach the southeast Queensland coast on Thursday March 6th.
A 5.2 magnitude tremor Earthquake was first detected in the Greek Island of Santorini on the 5th of February, causing widespread damage with people forced to evacuate.
As of 7th January 2025, several wildfires have been widely reported in the Los Angeles area of California in the USA driven by the Santa Ana winds. At the time of issuing this alert, there are no reports of travel being significantly impacted and LAX airport reports they are operating normally.
A 7.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in Port Vila - Vanuatu on 17th December 2024, causing widespread infrastructure damage to roads and buildings. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this event can affect your travels and coverage.
A global IT outage has impacted several systems and services worldwide, causing significant disruptions. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this natural disaster can affect your travels and coverage.
Hurricane Beryl (July 2024) has recently struck, causing significant disruptions in affected areas. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read below to learn more about how this natural disaster can affect your travels and coverage.
Air Vanuatu (May 2024) has entered liquidation, resulting in the immediate grounding of all flights. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read below to learn more about how this natural disaster can affect your travels and coverage.
New Caledonia (May 2024) has imposed a curfew and banned public gatherings in the capital, Noumea. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read below to learn more about how this natural disaster can affect your travels and coverage.
Thunderstorms hit the United Arab Emirates (UAE) earlier this week, bringing to Dubai rain worth more than a year within 24 hours and transforming a desert landscape into waterlogged chaos. The downpour, which began late Monday and intensified on Tuesday, left highways flooded and Dubai International Airport grappling with flight disruptions. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this event can affect your travels and coverage.
Taiwan (April 2024) has recently been struck by its most powerful earthquake in recent years, bringing about significant considerations for travellers. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this natural disaster can affect your travels and coverage.
Indonesia’s Mount Lewotobi Laki-Laki erupted anew, spewing ash clouds above its peak as authorities raised the volcano’s alert status to the highest level. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this event can affect your travels and coverage.
The following information relates to recent widespread flooding, the airport closed as Jasper hits Far North Queensland. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this event can affect your travels and coverage.
A volcano in western Indonesia erupted on Sunday. Ash from Mount Marapi, located on the island of Sumatra was observed 3,000 metres above its peak. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties after the eruption. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this event can affect your travels and coverage.
Tropical Cyclone Lola has become the earliest category 5 system on record for the Southern Hemisphere. it moves towards Vanuatu and other islands in the Pacific. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this event can affect your travels and coverage.
InsureandGo is closely monitoring the escalating conflict in Israel and is aware of suspended routes to this region by a number of airlines. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this event can affect your travels and coverage.
More than 2,000 people have died after a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck Morocco on the evening of Friday, 8th of September 2023. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this natural disaster can affect your travels and coverage.
After wildfires devastated one of the most popular tourist destinations in the US, officials warned visitors to stay away. Many travellers heeded the advice. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this natural disaster can affect your travels and coverage.
Category 4 Hurricane Dora has maintained its intensity as it passes well south of Hawaii, knocking down power lines and trees. That motion is expected to continue for the next several days. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this natural disaster can affect your travels and coverage.
Wildfire in Greece: Where to now? Since last week Greece has been experiencing significant wildfires which have forced evacuations due to strong winds and successive heat waves. Please be advised that some local ferry and road services have also been closed off. Australian authorities have warned travellers heading overseas to “stay safe” amid the fires
Mauna Loa Volcano in Hawaii, USA erupted on 29/11/2022 at 8:30am (AEDT) and it may affect your trip plans. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this natural disaster can affect your travels and coverage.
Hurricane Ian in USA – September 2022 Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida as a category 4 storm, forcing authorities to issue evacuation orders. Are you currently affected by this event? If so, read the below to learn more about how this natural disaster can affect your travels and coverage. If you purchased your policy
Covid-19 coverage Information updated in August 2022
On the 23rd July 2022 The World Health Organization declared the global monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency of international concern (PHEIC) On the 28th July 2022 Australia’s Chief Medical Officer declared the increasing presence of monkeypox in the country a “communicable disease incident of national significance”.
Europe has been hit by extreme temperatures over the past week forcing authorities to issue the country’s first-ever red extreme heat warning. Please read here more information about this event and coverage on our policies.
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