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Date: 13th January 1994
Service: CEEFAX
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Original Broadcast Channel: BBC2
Current Page: 565
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P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:02/26 Advice D-J Djibouti Areas of the country remain closed. There is a risk of unrest in Djibouti city and travel on foot after dark is dangerous. Visitors are advised to avoid the area unless on essential business. Contact the British Honorary Consul upon arrival. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 1/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:01/17 Advice D-J Ecuador Roads in Southern Equador are now back to normal. It is still relatively safe for tourists provided sensible precau- tions are taken to safeguard value- ables. Avoid dark streets or alley- ways. In Quito the Panecillo is popular with muggers and should be avoided. Take a taxi. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 2/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:11/08 Advice DmJ Egypt 1/2 Since mid-1992 there have been con- tinuing incidents of violence in Upper Egypt and Cairo, mainly by Islamic extremists and including attacks on tourists. Seven foreigners have been killed and a number of others injured. In June 1993 five were injured on a tourist bus in Cairo. In August a cruise vessel, carrying tourists, was shot on, not causing injuries. In October a gunman killed four foreigners in a Cairo hotel and in December a tourist bus was attacked in southern Cairo. 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 3/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:11/59 Advice D-J Egypt 2/2 Extremists have threatened more violence. The authorities are giving highest priority to protect- ing visitors, and most experience no difficulty. Further incidents must be expected. Visitors should be vigilant, avoid the Assiut and Dairut areas and are reminded to behave and dress discreetly. Foreing Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 4/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:12/21 Advice D-J El Salvador Though the civil war has ended there is significant lawlessness throughout the country. A number of victims are being murdered in the course of robberies, especially where they resist. Travellers may be robbed whether in private of public transport, on main roads or in towns. Travel after dark should be avoided. Outbreaks of cholera occur periodically. Latest information is available from the British Embassy, tel: 98-1763/69 or 98-1455 Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 5/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:11/12 Advice D-J Equatorial Guinea Although the general situation is calm, there is some danger of political demonstrations leading to violence. British nationals are advised to be cautious, to take care of their belongings and not to travel after dark. There is no British Consular presence in Equatorial Guinea and in an emergency help should be sought from an EU embassy situated in Malabo. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 6/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:11/03 Advice D-J Estonia Visitors should be aware that crime is on the increase. Sensible precautions are advised and walking alone after dark is not recommended. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 7/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:11/25 Advice D-J Ethiopia There is no reason not to visit as all places are reasonaby safe but travel after dark should be avoided if possible. Visitors should consult the British Embassy in Addis Ababa Tel: 612354, particularly if intending to travel by roads to areas outside the capital. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 8/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:12/16 Advice D-J The Gambia Visitors to the Gambia should exercise caution, ensure that hotel rooms are secure and avoid leaving hotels on foot at night. Isolated places and unfrequented beaches should be avoided. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 9/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:11/07 Advice D-J Grenada Although relatively safe for tourists, visitors should take sensible precautions to safeguard valuables at all times. They should seek local advice about which areas should be avoided and pay attention to personal security. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 10/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:11/28 Advice D-J Guatemala Violent crime is prevalent through- out the country but especially in tourist areas. Many parts are prone to sporadic criminal activity and visitors should be alert at all times. Visitors are strongly advised to register with the British Embassy upon arrival Tel: 321601 And to obtain an up-date of the latest situation. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 11/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:11/19 Advice D-J Guinea Central Conakry is reported calm after outbreaks of violence during elections on 19 December. However the situation is tense with security forces maintaining a high profile. Airport, ports and harbours have re-opened, but land borders to neighbouring countries remain closed. Travellers are advised to postpone all but essential visits, and to register with the British Honorary Consul in Conakry on arrival. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 RmZ 12/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:12/11 Advice DmJ Guyana There has been an outbreak of cholera in Guyana. Visitors are advised to take care over hygiene, food and drink. There have also been a number of reported cases of typhoid in the capital, Georgetown, and travellers are advised to seek medical advice about immunisation before departure Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 13/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:41/32 Advice D-J Haiti The internal political situation remains unclear and intermittent violence has broken out. British nationals should not travel to Haiti unless they have compelling reasons to do so, and even then, should first contact either the British Vice Consul in Port-au-Prince: Telephone 73969 or the British High Commission Kingston,Jamaica 926-9050. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 14/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:41/53 Advice D-J Honduras The incidence of violent crime has increased sharply. Visitors should not wear jewellery nor carry large amounts of cash. Exercise care, particularly at night, in the poorer areas of Tegucigalpa, e.g. Comayaguela, and also on the north coast around La Ceiba where crime against tourists has increased. Border points (except major crossings) with Nicaraguar and El Salvador are best avoided. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 15/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:12/14 Advice D-J India 1/2 India is generally calm and major tourist destinations quiet. But visitors should note that there have been bomb explosions this year in serveral cities, including Bombay, Calcutta, Madras and Delhi. There have also been some bomb explosions on trains, particularly around Bombay. Visitors to all major cities should be vigilant. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 16/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:41/34 Advice D-J India continued.... 2/2 Visitors are strongly advised to avoid the Kashmir Valley but the Ladakh area is quiet. Visitors should avoid the Ayodhya/ Faizabad areas of Uttar Pradesh. Although security in Punjab has improved caution is recommended. Travel to Assam should be limited to escorted groups and business visits. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 17/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:41/57 Advice D-J Indonesia Travellers should avoid the island of Krakatau and the surrounding waters to a distance of 5 km, as the volcano remains active. The Sikendang Crater and Dieng Plateau are also hazardous - poisonous gas. Life on the Island of Flores is now more or less back to normal. Care should be taken in getting drinking water and travellers should be aware of the increased risk of mosquito borne disease. East Timor is quiet but tense.There are isolated clashes between Indonesian troops,armed insurgents. in eastern tip. Exercise caution. 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 18/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:51/17 Advice D-J Iran Visitors should take sensible pre- cautions, in particular making sure their travel documentation is in order, including visas. Photography near any government installation is prohibited. There is a total ban on video cameras. Visitors should register with the British Embassy in Tehran, tel.: 675 011, and consult them without delay should problems arise. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 RmZ 19/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:52/39 Advice D-J Iraq British nationals should not attempt to visit Iraq. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 20/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:52/01 Advice D-J Israel 1/2 It is now safe to visit Israel. Visitors to Gaza, the West Bank and East Jerusalem should be aware that tensions and confrontation persist. Stoning or petrol bombing of vehicles still occurs. Security measures in response could affect tourists. Risks are minimised by using experienced tour operators or local taxi drivers. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 21/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:51/21 Advice D-J Israel 2/2 Visitors should keep in touch with events in Israel and the Occupied Territories, and contact the British Consulates (Tel Aviv and Jerusalem) if they need advice. The Consulat-General, Jerusalem, will on request register the names of visitors passing through their consular area. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 RmZ 22/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 22:01/43 Advice D-J Ivory Coast (Cote D'Ivoire) Cote d'Ivoire is generally safe for visitors, but has its full share of street crime and, particularly after dark, armed robbgery. There is also the possibility of political unrest. Recent violence in Abidjan and other towns was vicious, criminal and largely uncontrolled. While on this occasion targeting primarily resident population, it offers a salutary warning of the speed and unpredictability of disturbances. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 23/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro
P565 CEEFAX 565 Thu 13 Jan 21:02/03 Advice D-J Jamaica Many visitors enjoy carefree and happy hoidays in Jamaica each year. The Jamaican authorities are taking special measures to protect tourist areas, but visitors should avoid unneccessary risks. They should watch out for bag snatchers and pickpocktes, leave valuables at home or in the hotel and use licensed taxis preferably. Avoid walking in down town Kingston after dark. Foreign Office Travel: 071 270 4129 564 A-C 566 K-P 566 R-Z 24/24Advice A-C Advice K-P Advice R-Z Euro