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- US issues ‘do not travel’ warning to Americans for 21 countries amid rising tensions (irishstar.com)
US Adds More Nations to ‘Do Not Travel’ List, Including North Korea and Burkina Faso
The US State Department continues to expand its “Do Not Travel” list, recently adding North Korea and Burkina Faso due to significant safety concerns. Both countries now carry a Level 4 advisory, the highest warning level, indicating a high risk of terrorism, crime, and wrongful detention.
North Korea’s advisory specifically cites the “continuing serious risk of arrest and long-term detention,” while Burkina Faso’s warning focuses on “terrorism, crime, and kidnapping.” These additions bring the total number of countries on the “Do Not Travel” list to 21.
This list serves as a vital resource for US citizens, providing critical information about potential dangers abroad. While some areas of Mexico also hold a Level 4 warning, the overall advisory for Mexico remains at Level 2, urging travelers to “Exercise increased caution.”
These updates reflect the ongoing global security concerns and aim to ensure the safety of US citizens traveling internationally.
Canadian Travelers Avoiding US Amidst Rising Tensions
Several major Canadian airlines are reducing flights to US destinations due to a decline in travel from Canada. Airlines such as Air Canada, WestJet, Porter, and Flair are cutting routes to major US cities, including San Francisco, Miami, New York, and Washington.
This decrease in travel appears to be driven by heightened tensions with the US, impacting both leisure and business travel. Conversely, these airlines are increasing flights to European destinations, citing stronger demand and a more favorable political climate.
Data supports the observed decline in Canadian travel to the US. Customs and Border Protection figures reveal a significant drop in border crossings from Canada in recent months.
Industry reports also indicate a sharp decline in business travel from Canada to the US. Despite these trends, conflicting reports on overall US tourism numbers have emerged.
While some data suggests a decrease in international tourism, other claims suggest tourism is thriving. The differing reports underscore the complex and evolving relationship between the two countries.