The safety of our passengers, leaders and local staff is critical to us. In the event of travel safety issues, we utilise a number of sources to make our decisions. Below you can find the latest updates from the UK Foreign Office Travel Advice. Please note: This is not an exhaustive resource. For specific clarification on safety regarding one of our trips, please contact us directly.
Greece
20th June 2018
Latest update: Summary - this advice has been reviewed and reissued without amendment
Peru
20th June 2018
Latest update: Safety and security section - editorial amendments throughout section; Money - additional information on reports that Intis (former currency out of circulation) is being provided by street money changers in Cusco tourist areas
Montserrat
20th June 2018
Latest update: Summary - this advice has been reviewed and reissued without amendment
Equatorial Guinea
20th June 2018
Latest update: Summary - this advice has been reviewed and reissued without amendment
Gabon
20th June 2018
Latest update: Summary - this advice has been reviewed and reissued without amendment
Nicaragua
20th June 2018
Latest update: Summary and Safety and security section (Crime, Local travel and Political Situation) - additional information on political unrest and street violence since April 2018; major routes can become impassable due to disorder and you should check local information before travel; in you're already in the country, you should keep your departure options under review
Turkey
20th June 2018
Latest update: Summary - update to existing information on carrying electronic devices in the cabin on flights from Turkey to the UK
North Korea
20th June 2018
Latest update: Safety and security section (Political situation) and summary - updated information on recent political developments; Safety and security section (Road travel) - updated information on driving safety and availability of public transport; other minor amendments to other sub-sections of this advice
Madagascar
19th June 2018
Latest update: Safety and security section (National parks) - factual update on armed attacks and robberies; most recent attacks on 13 and 17 June in Bekopa and Mahabo Morondava, involving tourists visiting the Tsingy of Bemahara; take extra care and use an official guide if travelling in this area
France
19th June 2018
Latest update: Summary - addition of information on planned strikes at Air France and its subsidiaries from 23 to 26 June; check with your airline before travelling
Russia
19th June 2018
Latest update: Entry requirements section (Travelling between Russia and Belarus) - updated information for the FIFA World Cup
Côte d'Ivoire
19th June 2018
Latest update: Summary - addition of information on flooding in Abidjan causing closure of many routes in the city; you should check your route before travelling
Papua New Guinea
19th June 2018
Latest update: Summary - the FCO now advise against all but essential travel to Hela and Southern Highlands provinces following significantly increased levels of tribal fighting and the declaration of states of emergency by the Papua New Guinea government; there has also been heavier than usual tribal fighting in Enga and Western Highlands provinces following the 7.5 magnitude earthquake in February 2018; if you're planning to travel to these provinces, you should take greater care than usual and consider enhanced security precautions
Costa Rica
19th June 2018
Latest update: Summary and Safety and security section (Crime) - factual update on 2 incidents of robbery involving British nationals since January 2018; Entry requirements (Visas) - addition of information on fines for overstayers; editorial amendments throughout
Egypt
18th June 2018
Latest update: Entry requirements section (Visas) - addition of information on e-visas available through the Visa2Egypt website; although it's still possible to get a tourist visa on arrival, it's better to get one before you travel; Summary section - revisions to information on carrying large electronic devices in the cabin on Egypt-UK flights
Belgium
18th June 2018
Latest update: Terrorism section - editorial amendments to factual information on terrorist attacks
China
18th June 2018
Latest update: Safety and security section (Crime) - addition of information on personal attacks
Cyprus
18th June 2018
Latest update: Summary - this advice has been reviewed and reissued without amendment