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These countries are considered dangerous for US travelers
AZ Central - Arizona
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Travelers are being warned to take extra caution when going to popular island destination the Bahamas. The Caribbean nation was already listed at “Level 2: exercise increased caution,” according to the State Department’s rubric for travel safety,...
Shark attack claims life of fisherman in New Caledonia
Talanoa 'O Tonga
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January 4, 2025
A man died after a shark attack near Koumac, on New Caledonia’s main island, Grande Terre, on Thursday afternoon. The father of two was spear fishing near the islet of Kendek while his family picnicked on a nearby beach. Witnesses reported he was...
New Caledonia’s pro-independence movement struggling to maintain united front
RNZ
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November 17, 2024
The FLNKS political bureau held a press conference in Nouméa on Friday 15 November. Photo: LNC As two of the four pillars of New Caledonia's pro-independence movement have now announced their intention to distance themselves from the FLNKS...
Shark attack kills man in New Caledonia; 2nd fatal attack in a day
BNO News
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January 3, 2025
A man has been killed in a shark attack in the French territory of New Caledonia, according to local media. This marks the second fatal shark attack reported worldwide in a single day. The incident occurred at approximately 4:15 p.m. on Thursday...
New Caledonia: Authorities extend territorywide curfew through at least Dec. 2, and other restrictions through Dec. 20 amid risk of unrest /update 24
Crisis24
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Multiple Italian labor unions plan to stage a general strike nationwide Nov. 29. Union leaders will denounce the government's recent budget and demand increased wages for their members. The strikes will impact multiple sectors, which will likely...
Couple trade Havelock North home to sail the world: Adam and Vicki’s travels
The New Zealand Herald
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April 7, 2025
With two PhDs between them, their lives had long revolved around demanding careers and academic pursuits. But the pandemic lockdown gave them pause to re-evaluate their priorities. “Life was just passing us by,” Vicki told Hawke’s Bay Today. “We...
Foreign Office issue 'do not travel' warnings for 52 countries over safety fears
Daily Star
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March 22, 2025
The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has issued a "do not travel" warning for 52 countries, while advising Brits against "all but essential travel" to a further 21 nations Brits gearing up for a holiday abroad are being urged to do...
Two local ecosystem projects get funding
CKPG News
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July 3, 2025
The Spruce City Wildlife Association is one of nine organizations to receive funding from the College of New Caledonia Research Forest Society’s legacy funding. As did the Prince George Airport, which will use funds to conserve a portion of...
EXCLUSIVE: New Caledonia is ready to welcome Australian travellers again – here’s what it’s really like right now
KARRYON
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December 16, 2024
At the end of 2023, New Caledonian authorities had every reason to be optimistic about the Australian tourism market for the year ahead. The Pacific island nation had just welcomed its highest-ever number of Aussie visitors, more than 30,000 for...
Exploring New Caledonia Through a Sustainable Lens: The ‘New Cal Specialist’ Programme
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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December 11, 2024
In the heart of the Pacific, New Caledonia’s pristine beauty is not just a destination; it’s a commitment to sustainability. Since its launch in 2020, the ‘New Cal Specialist’ training and loyalty programme, developed by New Caledonia Tourism...
Tariff travel guide: Getting to know some of the obscure, tiny and remote places that Trump slapped with hefty import taxes
WJAX - Florida
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April 4, 2025
President Trump's sweeping new tariffs apply to nearly every nation and territory in the world, from economic superpowers to barely-populated islands with little economic activity. Not all countries face the same level of tariffs. Trump set a...
New Caledonia Tourism celebrates the resumption of cruise stopovers in Lifou
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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October 23, 2024
New Caledonia Tourism is proud to announce the return of cruise stopovers in our archipelago, now including Lifou. This resumption follows the political protests that began on 13th May 2024 and serves as a strong symbol of resilience for our...
QUAKE-SHOCKED NEW CALEDONIAN KIDS REPATRIATED FROM VANUATU
PNG Haus Bung
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December 21, 2024
Twenty New Caledonian children who suffered the shock of Port Vila’s 7.3 magnitude earthquake have been repatriated from Vanuatu onboard a French military CASA aircraft. The special operation was conducted on Thursday, as part of relief operations...
Quake-shocked New Caledonian children repatriated from Vanuatu
RNZ
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December 20, 2024
A group of schoolchildren boarding a military aircraft to be repatriated to New Caledonia after the Vanuatu earthquake. Photo: Supplied / French Embassy in Vanuatu Twenty New Caledonian children who suffered the shock of Port Vila's 7.3 magnitude...
New Caledonia welcomes back cruise ships after five month lull following civil unrest
Seatrade Cruise News
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October 28, 2024
From November 10, cruise ships are returning to New Caledonia's capital Nouméa. These are the first port calls for over five months following civil unrest which started in May. On October 18, the arrival of National Geographic’s small expedition...
New Caledonia: Authorities amend and extend territorywide curfew through at least Nov. 18 amid risk of unrest /update 23
Crisis24
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Militants threw a grenade, possibly at security personnel, in a market near the Tourist Reception Centre in central Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir, Nov. 3. The attack injured at least six people. It is unclear if the victims are civilians or security...
Trinidad And Tobago Joins Colombia, Jamaica, Guyana, And More On The U.S. Level 3 Travel Advisory List
Black Enterprise
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March 27, 2025
The U.S. is urging Americans to reconsider travel to Trinidad and Tabgo as the country extends its State of Emergency. Trinidad and Tobago has been added to the U.S. Level 3 travel advisory list, joining countries like Pakistan, Egypt, Colombia,...
New Caledonia sends trade mission for HOTEC 2024
The Fiji Times
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October 24, 2024
A trade mission from New Caledonia is currently in the country for business-to-business meetings, institutional meetings and to attend the 2024 Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association’s HOTEC Trade Show in Denarau starting today. Organised by New...
New Caledonia the centre of attention in Paris and the Pacific region
RNZ
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October 23, 2024
French minister for Overseas François-Noël Buffet meets business leader Nicolas Guesdon, whose hardware company was completely looted and destroyed by fire in May 2024. Photo: RRB Analysis New Caledonia is the centre of attention in Paris and in...
US State Department: Reconsider Travel to Trinidad and Tobago
eTurboNews
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March 25, 2025
Reconsider travel to Trinidad and Tobago due to serious risks from crime. There are also heightened risks of terrorism and kidnapping. The United States Department of State has issued a Level 3 travel advisory for Trinidad and Tobago. The previous...