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Travel Resources for Your Ultimate Expedition

Deciding where to go for your next vacation can be overwhelming. There are 195 countries to choose from, and the world is an ever-changing geopolitical landscape. Customs requirements for visas, tariffs, carry-on, and checked luggage fluctuate; as if that isn’t enough, security advisories change from one day to the next. Travel The Four Corners includes real-time US government resources for in-depth country profiles, travel advisories, and breaking world news so you can Travel With Insight.

Country Profiles

The CIA World Factbook publishes detailed Country Profiles online free of charge. Simply type in the name of a country. You’ll have the following information at your fingertips: land boundaries, climate, terrain, elevation, natural resources, major rivers, population, ethnic groups, languages, median age, population growth, government and political parties, economies, GDP, industries, import/exports, transportation, militaries, refugees, maps and more.

Travel Advisories

Travel Advisories: Before you go, check the US State Department’s travel advisories for your destination.

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  • Mongolia - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions
    There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated.  Exercise normal precautions in Mongolia. Advisory summary Mongolia is generally a safe destination for travelers. Review our travel guidance for Mongolia to learn how to prepare for a safe trip. If you decide to travel to Mongolia:    Enroll in the Smart […]
  • Kenya - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
    There was no change to the advisory level. The “other” risk indicator was added. Advisory summary was updated. Increased Risk Areas: Do Not Travel to the Nairobi neighborhoods of Eastleigh and Kibera due to risk of crime and kidnapping. Do Not Travel to the counties of Garissa, Wajir, Mandera, Lamu, Tana River (except Tsavo National […]
  • The Bahamas - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
    There are no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in The Bahamas due to crime. Advisory summary Crime Violent crime, including armed robberies, burglaries, and sexual assaults, can occur anywhere in The Bahamas. Most crime occurs in Nassau and Freeport on New Providence and Grand Bahama islands. […]
  • Laos - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
    There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators.  Advisory summary updated. Exercise increased caution in Laos due to crime, unrest, and unexploded ordnances.   Some areas have increased risk.  Read the entire Travel Advisory. Increased Risk Areas: Reconsider Travel to Xaisomboun Province due to civil unrest  Exercise Increased Caution in areas on the […]
  • Uruguay - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
    There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Uruguay due to crime. Advisory summary Crime is most common in these departments: Montevideo Canelones Maldonado Rivera Violent crime occurs across the country. Crimes include homicide, armed robbery, carjacking and theft. These crimes can happen at […]
  • Belgium - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
    There was no change to the advisory level.  The "crime” and “unrest” risk indicators were added. Advisory summary was updated. Advisory summary Exercise increased caution in Belgium due to crime, terrorism, and unrest. Crime Petty crime is common, especially in popular tourist locations. Stay aware of your surroundings. Most crimes against foreigners are crimes of […]
  • Democratic Republic of the Congo - Level 4: Do Not Travel
    Do not travel to the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) due to health, crime, unrest, terrorism, and kidnapping.  Due to the Ebola outbreak in the DRC, the Department of Homeland Security has implemented new restrictions under Title 49 of the U.S. Code which prevent U.S. citizens and nationals who have been in the DRC […]
  • Eswatini - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
    There were no changes to the advisory level or risk indicators. Advisory summary was updated. Exercise increased caution in Eswatini due to crime and civil unrest. Advisory Summary Crime Crime is common in Eswatini. Sporadic armed robberies and carjackings occur. Local police may lack the resources to deal effectively with criminal incidents. Unrest Demonstrations and […]

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