Travel Advisory

10 Notorious Neighbourhoods

17 January 2013

Are these the 10 most dangerous neighbourhoods in the world? They’re certainly up there, and aren’t on your typical travel list. If you’re headed to one of these destinations, be careful and stay safe.

Hantavirus Strikes Yosemite
National Park

6 September 2012

Six cases of the deadly hantavirus—a rare lung disease—have been confirmed in Yosemite National Park. The park has since closed the popular Curry Village section of the campground.

Trekking Guides Mandatory in Nepal

14 August 2012

In response to several recent attacks against hikers, the Nepalese government has declared it mandatory for all solo trekkers to be accompanied by a guide.

Tibet Reopens to (Some) Tourists

21 June 2012

China has reopened Tibet’s borders to some tourists; however, citizens of Norway, Korea, Australia and Britain remain banned.

Tibet Closed to Tourists

14 June 2012

Chinese authorities have suspended permits to Tibet indefinitely, in the wake of two self-immolations in Lhasa.