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Nine holiday destinations with the highest murder rates
The exotic beaches of Mexico, St Lucia and the Dominican Republic might make for idyllic holidays but these popular tourist spots are also some of the most dangerous places in the world for a getaway, if statistics from the World Health
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Paris terror attacks: Is it safe to travel to Paris?
British tourists travelling to Paris have been urged to "exercise caution in public places" following a number of terror attacks in the French capital. On its website, the Foreign Office says: "British nationals are advised to
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New map reveals 18 most dangerous countries for British tourists
The map which shows the most dangerous countries for tourists https://t.co/KsmR9WgTcO — The Independent (@Independent) November 6, 2015 The Foreign Office has revealed the 18 countries British travellers should avoid for their safety
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Foreign Office scammed out of almost £1 million by fake firm in Dubai
Foreign Office officials were conned into handing over £889,840 to a fake firm in Dubai. When they discovered their mistake, they were only able to claw back a tiny fraction of the cash - leaving taxpayers footing the bill for their blunder. A
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Is your holiday destination safe? FCO issues advice for holidaymakers
Countries including France, Spain, Turkey an Egypt are rated high for the threat of terrorism, the Foreign Office has advised. Following the attack on tourists on a beach in Tunisia, the Foreign Office has warned travellers of a "high
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Egypt travel advice: new warning for UK holidaymakers after Sinai attack
Foreign Office (FO) travel advice to UK holidaymakers visiting Egypt has changed but travel to the popular Sharm el Sheikh resort areas is still being allowed. The FO is now advising against all but essential travel to South Sinai in Egypt
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Holidaymakers warned against travel to parts of Madagascar
Tourists have been warned against travelling to parts of Madagascar after two Europeans were killed by locals who suspected them of trafficking human organs. The Foreign Office (FCO) is advising "against all but essential travel to the
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