The 2023 Rugby World Cup is set to kick off in France in September- and 600,000 supporters from around the world will be catching it live.

The Kiwis crossing the ditch will need to be prepared, and travellers are strongly encouraged to plan ahead, have comprehensive travel insurance and obtain an international driving permit.

BloggerAtLarge writer Megan Singleton also recommends that New Zealanders pre-vote if they know they're going to be overseas come election time.

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