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Travel Advice: Further protests planned for today in Albania’s capital – avoid area, monitor local media

News TeamFebruary 21, 2019

Further protests are taking place today in Tirana, Albania, as demonstrators demand the resignation of the government. These protests have turned violent in the...

EuropeProtests + DemonstrationsTweets

The latest news on Cuba from Safe Travels Magazine, offering travellers and travel safety professionals information, news, advice and insights to help keep travellers safe.

Travel Advice: Tornado hits Cuba’s capital, killing 3 and injuring 172 – advice and information for travellers

News TeamJanuary 28, 2019

On Sunday night, Havana was hit by a tornado that has killed at least three people and injured over 170. Buildings and roads have been damaged and there is floo...

Mexico, Caribbean + Central AmericaTweets

Travel Advice: Canadian Government updates travel advice for Uruguay following ATM explosions

News TeamJanuary 25, 2019

The Canadian Government recently updated its travel advice for Uruguay, following some ATM robberies that involved blowing up the ATM to reach the money. You will find more crime advice on visiting Uruguay below. From the Government of Canada's tr...

CrimeSouth AmericaTravel Warnings + Alerts

On Saturday two demonstrations are planned for Kuala Lumpur - one in Dataran Merdaka, and the other in the Padang Timur area of Petaling Jaya. Security measures, including checkpoints, might be in place. Avoid both areas where possible. You should be aware that terrorist attacks in Malaysia are very likely and terrorists could target large crowds. For more news and coverage, and for lots of travel tips and travel safety advice, please visit Safe Travels Magazine.

Travel Advice: Two political gatherings planned for Kuala Lumpur on Saturday – security in place, avoid areas

News TeamDecember 7, 2018

On Saturday two demonstrations are planned for Kuala Lumpur - one in Dataran Merdaka, and the other in the Padang Timur area of Petaling Jaya. Security measu...

PoliticalSoutheast AsiaTweets

On Sunday the US Embassy in Kinshasa issued an alert that the embassy would be closed to the public on Monday due to a 'credible terror threat'. This advice has been extended to cover Tuesday (today) and now Wednesday. For more news and coverage, please visit Safe Travels Magazine.

Travel Advice: US Embassy in Kinshasa extends warning of ‘credible’ terror threat, embassy stays closed

News TeamNovember 27, 2018

On Sunday the US Embassy in Kinshasa issued an alert that the embassy would be closed to the public on Monday due to a 'credible terror threat'. This advice has...

AfricaSecurity, Prevention + ResponseTerrorismTweets

A state of emergency has been declared in two neighbourhoods in Belize City - travellers are advised to avoid the areas and to be aware of crime

Travel Advice: State of emergency declared in Belize City following violent crime spike – avoid affected areas

News TeamSeptember 7, 2018

The Canadian Government has warned travellers to Belize to be extra-vigilant after the local authorities declared a state of emergency in two neighbourhoods in Belize City due to violent crime. Visitors are advised to avoid the areas of George Street...

CrimeMexico, Caribbean + Central AmericaTravel Warnings + Alerts

Travel Advisory Tweet >> Sierra Leone votes again on Saturday – motor vehicles restricted, expect disruption and potential unrest

News TeamMarch 30, 2018

#SierraLeone Security Alert: On Saturday March 31, Sierra Leone will hold its run-off Presidential Election. Motor vehicle traffic restricted to official vehi...

AfricaPoliticalTweets

Travel Advisory Tweet >> State of emergency declared in Asunción, Paraguay following flooding – avoid area, monitor news

News TeamJanuary 26, 2018

Paraguay: 30-day state of emergency in Asunción declared after unusual flooding of the Paraguay River. Avoid travel through the affected area. If you reside i...

South AmericaTweetsWeather

Travel Advisory Tweet >> Tropical Cyclone Berguitta to hit Mauritius and Réunion in the coming days – ADVICE

News TeamJanuary 15, 2018

Tropical Cyclone Berguitta is set to make landfall in Mauritius and Réunion later this week. Conditions are likely to be very hazardous. If you are in the region, make sure you follow advice from the authorities and monitor media channels for info...

South AsiaTweetsWeather

Travel Advisory Tweet >> Raw sewage between Hastings and St Lawrence in Barbados – avoid area

News TeamJanuary 10, 2018

Barbados: a mechanical breakdown has caused an overflow of raw sewage between Hastings and St. Lawrence on the South coast. Avoid the affected area and follow...

HealthMexico, Caribbean + Central AmericaTweets

Travel Advisory Tweet >> Heightened risk of protests in Bangladesh – remain vigilant, avoid large gatherings

News TeamDecember 12, 2017

Bangladesh: heightened risk of demonstrations after U.S. announces its embassy plans to relocate from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. Large-scale protests could occur ...

PoliticalSouth AsiaTweets

Travel Advisory Tweet >> State of emergency in California due to wildfires – comply with instructions from authorities

News TeamDecember 8, 2017

California wildfires: A state of emergency has been declared for Ventura and Los Angeles Counties. Avoid the affected areas, comply with evacuation orders and follow the instructions of local authorities. https://t.co/CopHC1vGWV — travel.gc.ca (@T...

Nature, Accidents + Acts of GodNorth AmericaTweets

Travel Advisory Tweet >> Armed robberies in Port-au-Prince – be aware, take appropriate steps

News TeamDecember 6, 2017

Haiti: Many incidents of armed robbery, including against Canadians, have occurred in the Péguyville neighbourhood of Port-au-Prince. Be vigilant. https://t.c...

CrimeMexico, Caribbean + Central AmericaTweets

Travel Advisory Tweet >> Rallies and disruption expected in Togo

News TeamOctober 5, 2017

Togo: During large-scale demonstrations, telecommunications and transportation can be disrupted. https://t.co/PVX6saRaqP — travel.gc.ca (@TravelGoC) October ...

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Feature: Dr Monica H Swahn at Georgia State University – Counterfeit alcohol is a growing concern for tourists abroad

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