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Travel advisory update: Sweden fighting worst wildfires in decades, evacuations in place – info and travel advice

News TeamJuly 20, 2018

Sweden is battling to contain the worst wildfires the country has faced in years, many of which are burning inside the Arctic Circle. The EU has sent helicopter...

EuropeHealthTravel Warnings + AlertsWeather

Travel advisory update: E-cig ban, fines for drinking in public, permission for political talks – know the local laws of Singapore

News TeamJuly 17, 2018

Are you heading to Singapore? Many of us have heard that chewing gum is banned, but you might want to read up on the other local laws and customs as well. Cr...

CrimeLaws + CustomsPoliticalSoutheast AsiaTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: Considering a trip to South Africa? Make sure you know about potential crime risks before you book

News TeamJuly 16, 2018

Many tourists travel to South Africa without any problems. However, the country has a very high level of crime and if you are considering a trip, you should research the risks and make sure you have taken appropriate steps to minimise them. Key is...

AfricaCrimeTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: Mali votes on the 29th of July – review your security plan, avoid demonstrations

News TeamJuly 16, 2018

Mali heads to the polls at the end of the month. Be aware that in the run up to the elections, the security situation could become volatile. Remain aware of you...

AfricaPoliticalTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: Be aware of risks and potential for cancellations when flying in Mozambique

News TeamJuly 13, 2018

From the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office - You can find a list of recent incidents and accidents on the website of the Aviation Safety network. The FCO...

AfricaAir TravelTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: Violent crime on the rise in Ulaanbaatar, pickpockets targeting tourists’ phones in Mongolia

News TeamJuly 3, 2018

From the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office - Most crime in Mongolia is non-violent, but violent incidents do occur. There have been isolated incidents of rape and murder of foreign nationals. Petty crime is common, particularly in the capital, Ul...

CrimeRussia + Central AsiaTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: Following deadly grenade attack in capital, visitors to Ethiopia reminded to remain vigilant

News TeamJune 25, 2018

Following Saturday's grenade attack at a political rally in Addis Ababa, the UK's Foreign and Commonwealth Office is advising visitors to remain vigilant, espec...

AfricaCrimePoliticalSecurity, Prevention + ResponseTerrorismTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advice: FCO warns terrorists are ‘very likely to try to carry out attacks in Indonesia’ – election day on 27th a target

News TeamJune 22, 2018

Whether you are headed to the hustle and bustle of Jakarta, looking to party in Bali or hike and snorkel in Lombok, it is worth being aware of the terror threat...

Southeast AsiaTerrorismTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: Headed to Antigua and Barbuda? Do your hurricane research, monitor updates, buy the right insurance

News TeamJune 21, 2018

Heading to Antigua and/or Barbuda? Make sure you have done your research on hurricanes and how they could impact your trip, and make sure your travel insurance covers you for any potential issues. From the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office - T...

Infrastructure, Economy + BusinessMexico, Caribbean + Central AmericaTravel Warnings + AlertsWeather

Travel advisory update: Watch out for fake money in Peru – counterfeit bills and a retired currency reported in Cusco

News TeamJune 21, 2018

Some things to be aware of with regards to your money when visiting Peru. From the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office - When using an ATM, try to do so du...

South AmericaTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advice update: Protests and strikes continue in Jordan – monitor local media, avoid gatherings and protests

News TeamJune 7, 2018

Protests in Jordan started last week, as people expressed frustration with proposed tax hikes and austerity measures. The changes were prompted by the Internati...

Middle East + North AfricaPoliticalTravel Warnings + Alerts

Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan: Air quality remains very poor following ‘salt storm’ – stay indoors, minimise exposure

News TeamJune 1, 2018

On Saturday of last week, Uzbekistan's Karakalpakstan and Khorezm regions and Turkmenistan's Dashoguz Province were struck by a severe salt storm that lasted for three days. Winds had lifted salt and toxic dust from the dried out Aral Sea, leaving a ...

HealthNewsRussia + Central AsiaTravel Warnings + AlertsWeather

Travel advisory update: Terror threat in Suriname linked to ongoing trial – factor in to your plans, comply with authorities

News TeamMay 30, 2018

From the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office - Although there’s no recent history of terrorism in Suriname, attacks can’t be ruled out. On 24 May 2018 a me...

South AmericaTerrorismTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: State-wide strikes today in Tamil Nadu, India – monitor media, avoid demonstrations

News TeamMay 25, 2018

From the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office - A state-wide strike in Tamil Nadu has been called for 25 May 2018. This may include protests. Public transport/...

Protests + DemonstrationsSouth AsiaTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: Terror threat and kidnapping risk remain high in Mali – be aware foreigners are targeted, consider security plans

News TeamMay 24, 2018

From the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office - Terrorism Terrorists are very likely to try to carry out attacks in Mali, including in the capital Bamako. Attacks could be indiscriminate, including in places visited by foreigners. You should be...

AfricaK + RTerrorismTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: Temporary fuel price cut might end nationwide trucker strikes in Brazil, but brace for further disruption including air travel

News TeamMay 24, 2018

Since Monday, lorry drivers have been blockading roads across nearly all states in the country, causing widespread disruption. Late yesterday it was announce...

Land, Road + RailNewsPoliticalSouth AmericaTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: Turks and Caicos Islands – Zika, dengue fever and chikungunya all a risk, talk to your doctor before travel

News TeamMay 18, 2018

From the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office - UK health authorities have classified Turks and Caicos Islands as having a risk of Zika virus transmission. For...

HealthMexico, Caribbean + Central AmericaTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: FCO warns of increased terror threat in Nigeria during Ramadan

News TeamMay 17, 2018

The UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office warned earlier this week that there is an increased chance of terror attacks in Nigeria during Ramadan. In light of this, we thought it would be a good time to revisit the FCO's terrorism advice for Nigeria. ...

AfricaTerrorismTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: Concerns about airlines flying locally from the Dominican Republic – double check before you fly

News TeamMay 17, 2018

From the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office - Safety concerns have been raised about INSEL Air. The US and Netherlands authorities have prohibited their staf...

Air TravelMexico, Caribbean + Central AmericaTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: Be aware of potential for terrorist attacks in Liberia – remain vigilant, try to avoid large crowds and gatherings

News TeamMay 17, 2018

From the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office - Terrorist attacks in Liberia can’t be ruled out. As seen in Mali, Côte D’Ivoire and Burkina Faso, terrorist gro...

AfricaTerrorismTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: The FCO advice on volcanoes in Indonesia, including what to do if you are caught near an eruption

News TeamMay 11, 2018

From the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office - Indonesia sits along a volatile seismic strip called the ‘Ring of Fire’ in the Pacific. Volcanic eruptions and earthquakes occur regularly, which can present a potential threat of tsunamis. The capacit...

Air TravelNature, Accidents + Acts of GodSoutheast AsiaTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel advisory update: Health advice for visitors to Sri Lanka, including links on the latest dengue fever outbreak

News TeamMay 10, 2018

From the UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office - Visit your health professional at least 4 to 6 weeks before your trip to check whether you need any vaccination...

HealthSouth AsiaTravel Warnings + Alerts

foreign and commonwealth office

Travel advisory update: Sweden fighting worst wildfires in decades, evacuations in place – info and travel advice

Travel advisory update: E-cig ban, fines for drinking in public, permission for political talks – know the local laws of Singapore

Travel advisory update: Considering a trip to South Africa? Make sure you know about potential crime risks before you book

Travel advisory update: Mali votes on the 29th of July – review your security plan, avoid demonstrations

Travel advisory update: Be aware of risks and potential for cancellations when flying in Mozambique

Travel advisory update: Violent crime on the rise in Ulaanbaatar, pickpockets targeting tourists’ phones in Mongolia

Travel advisory update: Following deadly grenade attack in capital, visitors to Ethiopia reminded to remain vigilant

Travel advice: FCO warns terrorists are ‘very likely to try to carry out attacks in Indonesia’ – election day on 27th a target

Travel advisory update: Headed to Antigua and Barbuda? Do your hurricane research, monitor updates, buy the right insurance

Travel advisory update: Watch out for fake money in Peru – counterfeit bills and a retired currency reported in Cusco

Travel advice update: Protests and strikes continue in Jordan – monitor local media, avoid gatherings and protests

Uzbekistan and Turkmenistan: Air quality remains very poor following ‘salt storm’ – stay indoors, minimise exposure

Travel advisory update: Terror threat in Suriname linked to ongoing trial – factor in to your plans, comply with authorities

Travel advisory update: State-wide strikes today in Tamil Nadu, India – monitor media, avoid demonstrations

Travel advisory update: Terror threat and kidnapping risk remain high in Mali – be aware foreigners are targeted, consider security plans

Travel advisory update: Temporary fuel price cut might end nationwide trucker strikes in Brazil, but brace for further disruption including air travel

Travel advisory update: Turks and Caicos Islands – Zika, dengue fever and chikungunya all a risk, talk to your doctor before travel

Travel advisory update: FCO warns of increased terror threat in Nigeria during Ramadan

Travel advisory update: Concerns about airlines flying locally from the Dominican Republic – double check before you fly

Travel advisory update: Be aware of potential for terrorist attacks in Liberia – remain vigilant, try to avoid large crowds and gatherings

Travel advisory update: The FCO advice on volcanoes in Indonesia, including what to do if you are caught near an eruption

Travel advisory update: Health advice for visitors to Sri Lanka, including links on the latest dengue fever outbreak

Libya: Abduction of four workers from Sharara oil field leads to shut down, latest example of kidnap of foreign nationals

Niger: Australian Government latest to warn of terror groups planning to kidnap Westerners, including in capital Niamey

Travel advisory update: Following deadly grenade attack in capital, visitors to Ethiopia reminded to remain vigilant

Travel advice: FCO warns terrorists are ‘very likely to try to carry out attacks in Indonesia’ – election day on 27th a target

Travel Advisory Tweet >> US personnel in Mexico prohibited from downtown Ciudad Juarez for 30 days due to crime

Travel advisory update: E-cig ban, fines for drinking in public, permission for political talks – know the local laws of Singapore

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