Europe
- Poland: Travel Advisory | November 11 is Poland’s Independence Day, which will bring travel disruptions amid the celebrations. The event which marks regained Polish sovereignty following World War One is celebrated nationwide with parades and speeches. Warsaw holds the largest parade, with a tens of thousands marching through the capital. Far-right protesters have used this event as a platform to share their ideals in recent years. Polish President Karol Nawrocki has confirmed she will be attending the event, prompting further heightened security. Road closures are expected to disrupt travel across Warsaw and other major Polish cities due to the festivities. Travelers are advised to reconfirm routes, and to build in extra time for transporation.
- Italy: Travel Advisory | Airport staff in Italy will strike on November 14 from 1:00-5:00 PM at three major airports causing delays. The three airports affected are Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO), Milan Malpensa Airport (MXP), and Naples Capodichino Airport (NAP). Additionally, employees from the Spanish airline, Volotea Italy, will strike for 24 hours on the same day. Multiple transportation unions have organized these strikes to demand better wages and improved working conditions. In an effort to reduce disruptions, flights scheduled between 7:00 AM-10:00 AM and 6:00 PM-9:00 PM will operate as planned. Travelers should reconfirm flights and expect residual disruptions after the strike ends.
- United Kingdom: Health Advisory | Resident doctors in England, United Kingdom, will strike from November 14 to November 19 creating healthcare disruptions. The strike was organized by the British Medical Association (BMA) in response to resident doctors’ poor salaries and inability to find job openings, despite immense amounts of hospital shifts going unfilled and patient care being delayed. The strike will begin at 7:00 AM on November 14 and end at 7:00 AM on November 19, and the stoppage is expected to disrupt various services at facilities funded and operated by the National Health Service (NHS). This includes over 900 hospitals. Emergency services will continue to be staffed during the strike. Travelers are advised to reconfirm medical appointments and to monitor the news for further information.
Americas
- Belém, Brazil: Protest Advisory | Expect disruption and heightened security in Belém, Brazil over the coming days as demonstrators gather ahead of the COP30 Climate Conference, taking place November 10–21. Activists and civil society groups are calling for stronger global climate action, with a major “Global Day of Action” planned for November 15. Authorities have increased security measures around Parque da Cidade and the city’s port areas, where small-scale demonstrations and short-notice road closures are likely. SafeAbroad travelers should avoid protest areas and allow extra time for travel near conference venues. Follow official guidance and monitor local news for updates on demonstration activity.
- Lima and Callao, Peru: Travel Advisory | Transport workers in Lima and Callao, Peru, will partake in a strike on November 14; expect disruptions to transportation services. The strike is organized by the National and International Transporters Association (Asotrani) to condemn the government for its failure to address the major issue of extortion and violence being inflicted on the transport sector by criminal gangs. The strike was set in place after two transport operators were recently murdered by hitmen on Néstor Gambeta Avenue in Callao. The work stoppage will disrupt various transportation services, including bus, minibus, taxi, and vans. A current state of emergency in these cities means that any protests can be broken up forcefully by the soldiers that are patrolling the streets. Travelers are advised to build in extra travel time while avoiding any potential protests that pop up.
- Mexico: Health Advisory | Doctors in Mexico will strike nationwide on November 15 across major cities. The strike was organized by healthcare unions and professional associations across Mexico to criticize the Morena party and President Claudia Sheinbaum for alleged neglect of Mexico’s healthcare system. Doctors say they are frustrated with the chronic lack of supplies in existing medical facilities, amid Sheinbaum’s initiative to build more hospitals. This strike will involve walkouts, demonstrations, marches, and press conferences across major cities in Mexico. The largest expected march will leave from the Angel of Independence Monument in Mexico City starting at 10:00 AM. Emergency services will remain operational. Travelers are advised to reconfirm medical appointments and to monitor local media for further updates.
Asia & Pacific
- Taiwan: Weather Advisory | Super Typhoon Fung Wong is expected to hit Taiwan in the early hours of Wednesday November 12. After leaving the Philippines, the storm still has a reported wind speed of over 100 mph. Current projections predict that the eastern edge of the island will be hit the hardest, which includes the cities of Chishang, Jiaoxi, and Luodong. The worst hit areas are expected to receive up to 11 inches of rain in a single day. Local governments have already cancelled work and school for November 11 across many areas of Taiwan. Travelers are advised to follow official directives, avoid low-lying areas, and monitor the local news for further updates.
- Philippines: Disaster Advisory | Expect residual disruptions in the Philippines over the coming days after Super Typhoon Fung Wong rocked the northeast portion of the country on November 9. Before making landfall, the massive storm had already left at least two people dead and forced more than a million people to evacuate from flood and landslide-prone areas. Super Typhoon Fung Wong is the biggest typhoon to threaten the Philippines in years. It approached from the Pacific while the Philippines was still dealing with the devastation wrought by Typhoon Kalmaegi, which left at least 224 people dead in the central provinces on Tuesday. Travelers are advised to monitor social media and the PAGASA website (Philippines-specific meteorological authority) for updates. If you are located in an affected area, follow official directives.
- Japan: Security Advisory | Authorities will conduct a nationwide J-Alert emergency broadcast test at 11:00 AM on November 12, triggering loud tones and notifications on public radios and compatible devices. The exercise aims to confirm system functionality and keep residents familiar with emergency messaging; no public action is required. Brief noise and short interruptions to regular programming are possible as the test message transmits nationwide. SafeAbroad travelers should not be alarmed by the broadcast test or loud tones. Proceed with normal activities unless an indicated real emergency message is issued. Monitor messages from authorities for confirmation of the test’s completion.
Africa & Middle East
- Angola: Travel Advisory | Independence Day gatherings and protests will take place in Angola on November 11 creating disruptions. Angola’s celebrates its independence from Portugal with parades and official ceremonies across the nation. This year, the National Union for the Total Independence of Angola party has called for nationwide demonstrations against perceived poor living conditions coinciding with the nation’s Independence Day celebrations. The country’s largest parade will be held at Praca da Republica in the capital Luanda and is likely to attract a significant turnout. Travelers should expect significant traffic disruptions and a heightened security presence around the areas of celebration.
- Israel: Protest Advisory | Demonstrators will gather in Habima Square in Tel Aviv, Israel, on November 15 causing disruptions. The protest in Habima Square was organized in response to the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Habima Square, popularly known as Hostages Square, has seen previous protests aimed at Prime Minister Netanyahu and his government. Notably in 2023, 80,000 people gathered in Habima Square to protest the government. Protesters continue to regularly gather in large numbers to demand the return of the hostages and end of the war. Travelers are advised to avoid the protest and to plan alternate travel routes around the area.
- Tanzania: Security Advisory | Expect a continued heightened security presence over the coming weeks in Tanzania. Following the official election results on October 29, mass protests demonstrated outrage that President Samia Suluhu Hassan won and claimed rigging. Heavy-handed policing put down nationwide protests, often killing indiscriminately. The demonstrations have ended but security forces continue to prosecute those they allege took part in them. Hundreds were recently charged with treason. Travelers should continue to maintain vigilance in public and monitor local news for updates.
