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.
Sri Lanka
21st April 2019
Latest update: There have been a number of explosions in Sri Lanka, including Colombo, on Sunday 21 April. Please follow the instructions of local security officials and follow travel advice for updates.
Portugal
18th April 2019
Latest update: Summary - Strike action by Portuguese fuel tank drivers ended on 18 April; until the availability of fuel returns to normal, travel within Portugal may be affected
Benin
18th April 2019
Latest update: Summary and Safety and security (Political situation) - Legislative elections will take place on 28 April 2019; protests may be scheduled ahead of the elections and on election day; you should remain vigilant during this period, avoid crowds and demonstrations, monitor local media and follow the advice of local authorities
Kenya
18th April 2019
Latest update: Health section - addition of information on cluster of cholera cases at Nairobi Hospital
Angola
18th April 2019
Latest update: Safety and security section (Air travel) - revised information on TAGG
Iran
18th April 2019
Latest update: Summary - updated information and advice about heavy rainfall and severe flooding across Iran
Italy
18th April 2019
Latest update: Summary - Arsenal FC take on Napoli in a UEFA Europa League quarter final match in Naples on Thursday 18 April; if you’re travelling to Italy for the match, check our dedicated information and advice page
India
18th April 2019
Latest update: Summary - on 17 April, Jet Airways announced the cancellation of all flights - domestic and international; if you have an existing booking, you should contact Jet Airways to seek further information on alternative arrangements; more information for affected UK passengers is available on the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) website
British Antarctic Territory
18th April 2019
Latest update: This advice has been reviewed in full with editorial amendments
Palau
18th April 2019
Latest update: This advice has been reviewed in full and re-issued without amendment
Libya
17th April 2019
Latest update: Summary - editorial amendments to existing information about consular support
Yemen
17th April 2019
Latest update: Summary - editorial amendments to existing information about consular support
Syria
17th April 2019
Latest update: Summary - editorial amendments to existing information about consular support
Australia
17th April 2019
Latest update: Summary - removal of information on Tropical Cyclone Trevor and Severe Tropical Cyclone Veronica
Azerbaijan
17th April 2019
Latest update: Summary – The Azerbaijan F1 Grand Prix takes place in Baku on 28 April; if you’re travelling to Azerbaijan for the F1 Grand Prix, check our dedicated information and advice page
Philippines
17th April 2019
Latest update: Summary - Easter is a major holiday in the Philippines; transport can be congested and Philippine security forces also routinely heighten their alert levels nationwide during this period; you should allow extra time if travelling, monitor media reporting and follow the advice of local authorities
Spain
17th April 2019
Latest update: Summary - RENFE Spanish railway company workers have announced a strike for 17 April and possibly 24 April; cancellation of trains include some long distance high speed trains (AVE); you should contact RENFE for information
Sudan
16th April 2019
Latest update: Entry requirements section (Visas) - updated information on exit visas
Morocco
16th April 2019
Latest update: Entry requirements (Passports) - updated information on passport validity
Peru
16th April 2019
Latest update: Safety and security section (Crime) - updated information on recent thefts affecting foreign nationals, including British tourists