http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.healthinsurance.co.nz en-us Thu, 10 Sep 2026 00:35:51 +1200 Rocketspark http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/post/169522/off-piste-and-heli-skiing--why-you-need-a-specialist-travel-insurance-company/ Backcountry skiing, such as off-piste and heli-skiing, is a growing sport worldwide. Attractive to those who want a more adventurous holiday than your standard tourist activities, this sport provides an adrenaline filled adventure in some of the most scenic locations in the world. Particularly popular in places such as Canada, Japan and the United States, this type of skiing includes skiing in unpatrolled areas and sometimes onto avalanche risk slopes.... Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:04:25 +1200 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/#post169522 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/post/169519/taking-the-team-overseas-heres-what-travel-insurance-should-actually-cover/ So, you've got a passport full of permission slips, a bus booked to the airport, and one very enthusiastic squad ready to take on the world—or at least a tournament in Aussie.... Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:03:06 +1200 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/#post169519 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/post/169516/places-to-visit-in-new-zealand--wellington/ Wellington is not only the Capital of New Zealand but is also considered the cultural, heritage and arts hub of our Country thanks to its fantastic mix of history, museums, shops, theatre, film and events.... Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:00:05 +1200 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/#post169516 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/post/169491/longboarding-brodie-owens/ Health and Travel Insurance Brokers' latest client doing amazing stuff - welcome to Brodie Owens, longboarder from Australia!... Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:48:58 +1200 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/#post169491 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/post/169472/top-north-island-new-zealand-outdoor-adventures/ If you're a keen outdoors person then New Zealand (NZ) is the perfect destination for you. With hundreds of outdoor options spread out all over our country you will be able to soak up both our scenery and our hospitality while having the adventure of a lifetime. Here are a list of some of our favourite North Island adventures:... Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:41:29 +1200 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/#post169472 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/post/169466/from-ski-camp-to-music-tour-travel-insurance-for-every-kind-of-school-trip/ Every school trip is unique. Whether you are heading to Queenstown for a winter sports programme or taking your music group to perform in Melbourne, your itinerary, transport, risks, and gear will all differ.... Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:38:00 +1200 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/#post169466 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/post/169529/solo-travel-on-an-iec-visa-how-to-meet-people-and-make-canada-feel-like-home/ Booking flights and landing on Canadian soil is one thing. But what happens after the immigration officer stamps your IEC visa and you're officially in the country with no flat, no mates, and no idea where the corner dairy is?... Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/#post169529 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/post/169526/heading-to-australia-from-nz-this-winter-do-you-really-need-travel-insurance/ It's Australia. Quick flight. Same time zone. Feels easy, right?... Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/#post169526 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/post/169527/packing-for-a-canadian-winter-what-iec-visa-holders-actually-pack-and-buy/ Think you need to spend $1,000 on snow gear before leaving New Zealand? Think again. When it comes to preparing for a Canadian winter on the IEC working holiday visa, packing smart doesn't have to mean packing heavy or spending big.... Tue, 01 Sep 2026 00:00:00 +1200 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/#post169527 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/post/169285/packing-for-a-canadian-winter-what-iec-visa-holders-actually-pack-and-buy/ Think you need to spend $1,000 on snow gear before leaving New Zealand? Think again. When it comes to preparing for a Canadian winter on the IEC working holiday visa, packing smart doesn’t have to mean packing heavy or spending big.This guide strips things back. We’ll cover what’s worth squeezing into your suitcase, what you’ll probably want to buy once you land, and how other IEC visa holders make it work without blowing the budget. Whether y... Wed, 26 Aug 2026 13:37:54 +1200 http://www.healthinsurance.co.nz/blog/#post169285