Earlier this year, we published a travel security alert for Colombia, where tricksters were running rampant, and some situations actually became fatal. Turns out Colombia is not alone in South America when it comes to playing dangerous games with tourists’ lives. The U.S. Embassy of Buenos Aires, Argentina’s phenomenal capital city, has issued a new …
Pristine beaches, lively culture, and delicious food. It’s no wonder that many American travelers consider Jamaica a paradise. But not everyone agrees that Jamaica is the best place for U.S. travelers to be! The U.S. State Department has issued a new travel advisory for Jamaica, reflecting the impact of crime and the quality …
They say “the world is your oyster”, and like its namesake, this oceanic delicacy can be a delectable delight or a digestive disaster. The same goes for traveling. The world may be a beautiful place, but letting the looks fool you can leave you in some real trouble, many of which the dangers are to no …
While some travelers fight for space on Cancun beaches or are jam-packed like sardines on a Mexico City subway, there is one region of Mexico with wide open spaces calling your name. A cold cerveza or Tajin-rimmed margarita always hits the spot on a Mexican vacation, but wine sets the mood for an idyllic getaway. …
Asia is home to some truly phenomenal places to visit, but travelers may want to think twice about 3 destinations with safety concerns. This, of course, derives from the U.S. State Department, which has been dishing out travel advisories for multiple popular getaways in recent months. These 3 new advisory updates are not quite as …
Another day, another travel security alert from a U.S. Embassy. This time, it’s for the most popular country in the world. Yesterday, the U.S. Embassy of France issued an alert for the entire country of France. As the host of the Summer Olympics, it’s not entirely shocking there is a travel alert ahead of time. …
In terms of its safety reputation, Mexico is hit or miss, depending on who you ask. However, any trip abroad comes with its risks as we go out of our comfort zone away from home. Mexico has long battled mainstream news as any violent act or serious offense seems to overtake headlines and leave an …
Lots can be said about Brazil, but one thing is for sure – it’s a phenomenal place to visit. We wish we could finish that sentence by saying it’s a phenomenal place to visit for all types of travelers, but that’s just not the case right now. Family vacations and solo trips might be a …
Ecuador is a spectacularly beautiful country. Postcard-perfect towns and cities, incredible white sand beaches, and rainforests with a breathtaking array of biodiversity all await you here. Despite this natural beauty, the U.S. State Department has updated its advice for U.S. citizens traveling to Ecuador right now. Here’s what travelers to Ecuador need to …
The Caribbean is generally considered very safe to visit, regardless of the destination. Sure, Venezuela comes with extreme risks, Jamaica can be iffy, and Cuba can be a hassle to visit, but there is one country that has undoubtedly become a no-go zone. Backed by multiple traveler advisories from the U.S. State Department and now …
As winter is wrapping up, it’s only natural for travelers to have their eyes set on the pristine beaches of Mexico’s eye-popping coastlines. Although, it just so happens they will have to wait one additional day this year before leaping into spring. Bummer! Another downside is the U.S. Embassy just released a security warning for …
Much to the chagrin of other nations, the U.S. State Department has been in a trigger-happy mood, issuing new travel advisories to kick off 2024. Some are expected, some are surprised, and others are pushing back on the assertion that their country is unsafe for tourists. The State Department’s job is to inform travelers of …