The US government has recently reissued a travel advisory concerning Macau, Mainland China, and Hong Kong due to new national security legislation in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. The advisory warns travelers of the risk of wrongful detentions and arbitrary enforcement of local laws, prompting them to reconsider travel in those areas.
This advisory is just one of many active advisories for American tourists right now. Countries worldwide have warnings in place for travelers, ranging from exercising normal precautions to avoiding travel altogether. The US State Department has issued new or updated travel advisories for various countries, categorizing the level of danger from 1 (exercise normal precautions) to 4 (do not travel).
For example, travelers are encouraged to exercise normal precautions in the Kyrgyz Republic but should reconsider travel to the border region with Tajikistan due to increased risk. In Moldova, increased caution is advised due to unresolved conflicts, while visitors to Rwanda should exercise normal precautions but be cautious in border areas with Burundi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Other countries with active advisories include Equatorial Guinea, Cote d’Ivoire, Armenia, Gaza, Israel, and the West Bank. Travelers are urged to stay informed about these advisories and register with the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program for updates on international travel risks.
For more details on the latest travel advisories and tips for safe travel, visit the Department of State’s website and follow Thrillist for up-to-date travel news and hacks. Stay informed and stay safe on your next international adventure.