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Refugees are trucked into Myanmar and away from an area of conflict along the Myanmar-Chinese border.

World watch

August 23, 2019 at 12:05 p.m.

Costa Rica: Tourists should be aware of a recent increase in violence in Escazu. Three drive-by shootings reportedly left two Costa Ricans dead and an American seriously injured. The shootings...

A mother with her child sit outside their damaged home among the debris of fallen trees in Vanuatu's capital, Port Vila.

Americans now must apply for an Egypt visa before travel

August 23, 2019 at 12:01 p.m.

Egypt: As of May 15, tourist visas will no longer be issued on arrival for U.S. travelers. Before travel, those wishing to visit the country instead must apply for one...

Names are seen carved on a wall inside the ancient Colosseum in downtown Rome on March 9, 2015.

Crime in parts of Belize draws U.S. alert

August 23, 2019 at 11:59 a.m.

Belize: The U.S. State Department released an updated crime and safety report indicating that the country experienced a high level of criminal activity in 2014, including theft and murder. Though...

Venezuela has begun requiring visas for U.S. travelers visiting the country.

Venezuela imposes visa requirement for U.S. tourists

August 23, 2019 at 11:57 a.m.

Venezuela: As of March 2, American tourists will need to obtain visas before traveling to Venezuela. U.S. travelers will be required to pay the same fees to visit the South...

An aerial view of the Atibainha dam, part of the Cantareira reservoir, one of the main water reservoirs that supply Sao Paulo.

Brazilian city suffering worst drought since 1930s

August 23, 2019 at 11:55 a.m.

Brazil: The lowest rainfall levels since 1930 have led to a severe water shortage in Sao Paulo, causing water rationing in the country's commercial capital of 20 million people. Many...

Mosquito-borne virus hitting Cook Islands

August 23, 2019 at 11:53 a.m.

Cook Islands: Health officials announced that cases of the mosquito-borne chikungunya virus have been reported on the islands. Symptoms include fever, joint pain, headache, muscle pain, joint swelling or rash....

A police officer guides traffic on a road submerged by floodwaters outside the presidential palace in Jakarta .

Canadian tourist dies after Peruvian tea ceremony

August 23, 2019 at 11:51 a.m.

Peru: A Canadian tourist died after a spiritual tea ceremony at Canto Luz Centre near Puerto Maldonado. Unlike deaths associated with ingesting tea made from ayahuasca in Peru, Colombia and...

Authorities in Cambodia want to remind tourists that the great Temple of Angkor (or any temple) is not the place for nude photography.

Puerto Rico reports 13 deaths from mosquito-borne disease

August 23, 2019 at 11:49 a.m.

Puerto Rico: Although chikungunya infections rarely result in death, health officials reported that at least 13 people have died from the disease on the popular tourist island. Reports indicate that...

A street parade in Rio de Janeiro in anticipation of Carnival, which officially starts Feb. 13.

Carnival safety tips for travelers to Brazil

August 23, 2019 at 11:47 a.m.

Brazil: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends taking extra precautions while traveling for Carnival this year, especially during the height of activities Feb. 13-17. Because Carnival is...

With crime waning in Honduras, towns like Copan Ruinas, near Mayan ruins, can likely expect more tourism.

Crime dropping and infrastructure rising in Honduras

August 23, 2019 at 11:44 a.m.

Honduras:Good news for travelers in Central America: Although a U.S. State Department travel warning remains in effect from June 2014, new reports indicate that crime levels have dropped dramatically across...

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