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These countries are considered dangerous for US travelers
Travelers are being warned to take extra caution when going to popular island destination the Bahamas. The Caribbean nation was already listed at “Level 2: exercise increased caution,” according to the State Department’s rubric for travel safety,...
Carnival Splendor Cruise Ship: A Complete Guide
This article is part of a directory: Carnival Cruise Line Carnival Splendor is a unique ship in Carnival Cruise Line’s fleet, known for its bold design and high-energy atmosphere, sailing year-round from Sydney, Australia. It offers a variety of...
Couple trade Havelock North home to sail the world: Adam and Vicki’s travels
With two PhDs between them, their lives had long revolved around demanding careers and academic pursuits. But the pandemic lockdown gave them pause to re-evaluate their priorities. “Life was just passing us by,” Vicki told Hawke’s Bay Today. “We...
Pacific Tourism Surge: Nearing Pre-COVID Highs with Record Growth in 2023 & Strong 2024 Momentum
The Pacific tourism industry is experiencing a robust recovery, with the 2023 Annual Visitor Arrival Report revealing record-breaking growth and a promising trajectory heading into 2024. Visitor arrivals surged by 89% compared to 2022, totalling...
Tariff travel guide: Getting to know some of the obscure, tiny and remote places that Trump slapped with hefty import taxes
President Trump's sweeping new tariffs apply to nearly every nation and territory in the world, from economic superpowers to barely-populated islands with little economic activity. Not all countries face the same level of tariffs. Trump set a...
Trinidad And Tobago Joins Colombia, Jamaica, Guyana, And More On The U.S. Level 3 Travel Advisory List
The U.S. is urging Americans to reconsider travel to Trinidad and Tabgo as the country extends its State of Emergency. Trinidad and Tobago has been added to the U.S. Level 3 travel advisory list, joining countries like Pakistan, Egypt, Colombia,...
US State Department: Reconsider Travel to Trinidad and Tobago
Reconsider travel to Trinidad and Tobago due to serious risks from crime. There are also heightened risks of terrorism and kidnapping. The United States Department of State has issued a Level 3 travel advisory for Trinidad and Tobago. The previous...
Another Caribbean Port Now Under Elevated Travel Advisory
Savvy cruises keep a close eye on any alerts, updates, and warnings for destinations they may be visiting when they set sail. Another beautiful Caribbean cruise port has now been updated to a Level 3: Reconsider Travel advisory from the US...
Foreign Office 'do not travel' warning for 52 countries amid safety concerns
The FCDO has also told holidaymakers to only travel if it's "essential" to a further 21 countries Brits set to venture abroad for a holiday are urged to check crucial information prior to departure as the Foreign Office has issued travel warnings...
Brits told 'do not travel' to these 52 countries as Foreign Office raises safety concerns
Brits set to venture abroad for a holiday are urged to check crucial information prior to departure as the Foreign Office has issued travel warnings for 52 countries. The Government body cautions against travelling to these places due to concerns...
UK Foreign Office ‘do not travel’ list for February 2025 in full
There are many reasons the FCDO may advise against travel to certain places (Picture: Getty Images) The holiday checklist goes something like this: think about your budget, Google the weather, and check that your passport and travel insurance are...
U17 Boys Off to UAE for Pre-World Cup
By FAZ Media The Zambia U-17 Men’s National Team has departed Lusaka for Dubai in the United Arab Emirates for a pre-tournament international camp ahead of their participation in the World Cup slated for Qatar. The Dennis Makinka-tutored side left...
Remote Pacific island with Devon links through tragic death
(Image: Diocese of Exeter) The sight of a bishop, fully clad in religious attire, riding a horse through the streets of Crediton may seem out of place. However, this unusual spectacle was part of a pilgrimage from Crediton to Exeter, with an...
Foreign Office warns Brits to take extra document when travelling abroad
The Foreign Office is warning UK travellers to ensure they have all the correct documents before heading to the airport. Writing on X, formerly Twitter, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, under the username @FCDOtravelGovUK, say...
23 New Travel Advisories Just Issued That Could Affect MN
If you're planning a spring break trip or summer vacation overseas, Minnesotans might want to check these 23 new destinations that have just been included on a new 'reconsider travel' list. Not that we don't love the Land of 10,000 Lakes, but...
International Travel: January 2025
Thursday, 13 March 2025, 1:06 pm Press Release: Stats NZ International travel covers the number and characteristics of overseas visitors and New Zealand resident travellers (short-term movements) entering or leaving New Zealand. Key facts Monthly...
Top 12 Seriously Underrated Tropical Vacation Destinations To Visit
Travel Tips Visit Projeto Tamar: Learn about sea turtle conservation and watch baby turtles released into the ocean. Explore Praia do Leão: Visit this quiet beach between December and June to watch turtle-nesting. The Cook Islands Compared with...
Every country currently on the Foreign Office ‘do not travel’ list
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Spring break travel plans? Where the US says you shouldn't visit
Orlando, Florida, is the top domestic spring break destination based on AAA booking data. The U.S. Department of State has issued travel advisories, urging citizens to avoid dangerous locations. The U.S. State Department recommends citizens enroll...
Pacific news in brief for 13 October
Charles Wea Photo: RNZ Pacific / Kelvin Anthony New Caledonia - decolonisation The former New Caledonia president's pro-independence party PALIKA has told the United Nations decolonisation committee that peaceful decolonization of the French...