Countries you should not travel to now

Canada has added Peru, Brazil, Mexico and several other countries to its list of countries to which travelers should exercise extreme caution, citing rising violent crime, political instability and terrorist threats.

In addition to the above-mentioned countries, Italy and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) are also included in the group of countries where people need to be extremely cautious when traveling .

TTW said that although travel risks vary from country to country, in general the group of countries mentioned above share a common pattern of concerns for tourists including: increased violent crime, political instability, or threats of terrorism.

In Peru, the Government of Canada advises travelers to avoid certain areas of Sant Martin, Huanuco, Ucayali and Ayacucho, due to the presence of armed criminal groups and drug cartels in these areas.

The state of emergency in Lima and Callao (which runs until May 17) has also restricted travel to Peru. In addition, spontaneous protests have threatened to disrupt many transport routes to major tourist attractions such as Machu Picchu. Tour operators, travel agents, and insurance providers planning to take tourists to Peru are now considering whether to temporarily suspend their activities.

On March 20, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) also issued a warning to tourists visiting Peru. The reason is that the Peruvian government declared a 30-day state of emergency in the capital Lima and Callao due to the escalating number of violent crimes.

Peruvian police and military can detain suspects without a court order during Peru's state of emergency. Photo: AP.

For Brazil, crime and violent conflict are also impacting tourism, especially in major centers like Rio de Janeiro, Sao Paulo and Porto Velho – where recent violence has disrupted transport.

“While iconic sites like the Christ the Redeemer statue and Ipanema Beach continue to attract global visitors, group tours on cruise ships are down markedly in other areas,” TTW wrote.

Aside from Brazil, Mexico is also a top destination for Canadians. However, gang activity in states like Sinaloa, Guerrero and Michoacan has made visitors wary.

Tourists are advised to stick to major resorts and cities that are not covered by the travel warning. In contrast, Mexican tourism experts say a campaign is needed to curb the rise in crime and tour operators need to work closely with local authorities to ensure tourists move safely between destinations.

Mexican federal police patrol a beach in Cancun in 2017 - the day after a drug cartel shooting left three tourists dead. Photo: Getty.

Italy's travel risk level is lower than the three countries mentioned above, but Canada advises travelers to still be cautious of petty theft, pickpocketing and scams in places like Rome, Florence, Venice and public transportation hubs.

In addition, the Italian tourism and accommodation industry is also preparing to face the situation of tourist overload. Therefore, first-time visitors to Italy should go on a tour with a reputable travel agency to ensure the best safety.

Despite its modern infrastructure and relative safety, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) remains on Canada’s travel warning list due to regional geopolitical tensions and the threat of terrorism. Drone and missile attacks on some populated areas have raised concerns among travelers.

Drone and missile attacks on several densely populated areas in the UAE have raised concerns among tourists. Photo: Bloomberg.

The UAE tourism industry, especially in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, must balance promoting growing tourist hubs with ensuring the safety of visitors while there.

As safety concerns increase in many areas, the Canadian and global tourism industry needs to be flexible and adaptable, balancing tourists' travel needs with ensuring safety, and being proactive in an increasingly complex world tourism landscape, according to the Daily Mail .

According to Kim Thao (TPO/Source: TTW)

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