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Violent clashes has led Travel Summary advised tourists against all but essential travel in Male Island

We advise against all but essential travel to Malé Island.There are political demonstrations in the capital Malé, which have resulted in violent clashes involving police, military and demonstrators. The situation remains uncertain. If you are in Malé, or choose to travel to Malé, you should exercise caution, avoid demonstrations and beware of spontaneous gatherings. Read article

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Thailand: US Ambassador Kristie Kenney reports Travel warning still remains

It has been three weeks since the US issued a warning of a possible terrorist threat in Thailand, and you have just returned from America. I wonder if you have a timeframe to withdraw it? Our advice to American citizens was put out, like you said, three weeks ago based on some very serious and […]

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Arizona: State Department issued travel for US Tourist about Mexico affecting Tuscon Business

TUCSON – The state department issued a travel warning for people headed to Mexico this week. It cautions United States Citizens about travel to Nogales, Sonora and Rocky Point or Puerto Penasco, blaming Mexico’s continuing drug violence. Read article

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State Department warns visitor to Nogales, Rocky Point Mexico

The state department issued a travel warning for people headed to Mexico this week. It cautions United States Citizens about travel to Nogales, Sonora and Rocky Point or Puerto Penasco, blaming Mexico’s continuing drug violence. Read Article

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Drug Violence, Kidnappings, and Carjackings led State Department to warn US Tourists against traveling Northern Mexico

Spreading drug violence, kidnappings and carjackings in Mexico have led the State Department to increase the number of places it says Americans should avoid for safety reasons for the second time in less than a year. A travel advisory issued this week urged U.S. citizens to avoid all but essential travel to 14 states in […]

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New Zealand: Greek Tourist belongings were stolen by locals, North Island

A 40-year old Greek tourist, at the last leg of her sojourn in north Island, was in a shock after all her belongings were stolen by locals who had befriended her in the Bay of Islands. She had lost 1500 Euros, her credit cards, passport and other belongings kept in her backpack from the room […]

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Africa: Travel advisory advises tourists against all travel, northern province of Mali

The situation in Bamako is calmer following the disturbances of 2 February. Shops and businesses in Bamako are re-opening. The Embassy has resumed operating a normal service. However, there may be further demonstrations. You are advised to remain vigilant when moving about Bamako and to avoid all demonstrations. Areas where demonstrations may take place include […]

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New Zealand: Greek Tourist belongings were stolen by locals, North Island

A 40-year old Greek tourist, at the last leg of her sojourn in north Island, was in a shock after all her belongings were stolen by locals who had befriended her in the Bay of Islands. She had lost 1500 Euros, her credit cards, passport and other belongings kept in her backpack from the room […]

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Austria Warning: Fellow travelers recommend avoiding Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg, high incident pickpockets

Any area that attracts a high number of tourists lures local pickpockets whose quick sleight of hand and distraction techniques could see a traveler robbed or their wallet, or worse, passport. So before you even leave the hostel/hotel, leave valuables (including your passport) and large amounts of cash in the safe or ask reception how […]

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Thailand wants United States to withdrawal Terrorism Warning

Thailand is calling on some countries including the United States which previously issued terrorism warning for Bangkok to withdraw their advisory against travelling to the country based on fears of possible terrorist attacks, China’s Xinhua news agency reported, citing The Nation report on Friday. Thailand’s Foreign Minister Surapong Towichukchaikul said on Thursday that he would […]

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