Is It Safe to Travel to Mexico Right Now, Given the Cartel Violence?
A wave of unrest after the killing of a cartel leader has rattled tourists in Mexico, prompting travelers to reconsider their plans. Here’s what to know.
Travel Warnings
Canada’s Girl Guides Suspend U.S. Trips Amid Trump’s Immigration Crackdown
The organization, Canada’s equivalent of the Girl Scouts, said it was pausing the trips out of safety concerns for its members.
Chinese Officers Questioned U.S. Government Employee About His Army Service
The man, a U.S. citizen, is barred from leaving China by the Ministry of State Security, the country’s main intelligence and counterintelligence agency.
China Exit Ban on Wells Fargo Executive Stokes Foreign Business Anxiety
A Wells Fargo banker and a U.S. government employee were blocked from leaving, and a Japanese pharmaceutical executive was imprisoned, even as Beijing tries to court overseas investors.
Which Countries Have Issued Travel Advisories for Israel and Iran?
Both countries have closed their airspaces, leaving few options for citizens of other countries seeking to leave.
Israel Closed its Airspace After Attacking Iran, Leaving Thousands of Israelis Stranded Abroad
Since its surprise attack on Iran, and subsequent strikes by Tehran, Israel has closed its skies to civilian air traffic, leaving its citizens stuck overseas indefinitely.
U.S. Urges Americans to Steer Clear of Nicaragua
Despite a flurry of positive reports in the travel press, U.S. officials say Americans should avoid Nicaragua because it’s an authoritarian regime.
Hong Kong Looks for Ways to Win Back Big-Spending Tourists
A city with an image dented by protests, pandemic restrictions and a security crackdown hopes to broaden its appeal beyond budget-minded visitors from mainland China.
Israel-Hamas War Brings Tensions to Europe: What Travelers Need to Know
The intensifying war in the Middle East has led to demonstrations in London, Paris, Rome and beyond. Here’s what to expect amid the disruptions.
Hundreds of Flights Canceled After ‘Technical Issue’ With U.K. Air Traffic Control
Britain’s air traffic control agency experienced a system fault that lasted several hours, leading to widespread disruption and delays.