Air traffic in the French territory of New Caledonia remains at a standstill with both the domestic and international airports closed.
Flights to and from Nouméa’-La Tontouta international airport were cancelled on Tuesday and aren’t expected to resume until Friday 17 May at the earliest.
France has declared a state of emergency on the Pacific island after four people, including a police officer, were killed in riots over voting reform on the French-ruled island.
Locked in by curfews, Australians stranded on the island are feeling the financial strain as they grapple with the mounting costs of resort living, “burning holes in their pockets”.
Natalie Ball, managing director of Comparetravelinsurance.com.au, advises that unexpected riots and subsequent airport closures are one of the many reasons to purchase travel insurance.
“Would-be holidaymakers should contact their airline or travel agent to check what options are available to alter their trip in the first instance. Travel…
