Overview SafeAbroad analysts have assessed Mexico to be a moderate risk destination. The death of a major cartel boss recently sparked retaliatory attacks across the country. Violence is expected to …
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Overview SafeAbroad analysts have assessed that flooding poses a moderate risk to travelers in southern Europe. The Mediterranean region’s topography and seasonal weather patterns are major drivers of flooding throughout …
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Over the past year, our team has monitored the myriad of risks that impacted the health, safety, and well-being of student travelers abroad. Since January, SafeAbroad Analysts have logged over 7,000 incidents spanning travel, security, protests, health, disasters, and weather across more than 100 countries. Through this comprehensive lens, our team crafted this year’s Annual Safety Report for International Education, offering a guide for programs to navigate the risks and liabilities associated with international travel and education.
Overview SafeAbroad analysts have assessed that ongoing farmer protests in several European countries have a moderate to high likelihood of disrupting travelers’ transportation over the coming months. Anger over both …
Overview SafeAbroad analysts have assessed that bears pose low to moderate risk to travelers visiting Japan. The number of bear encounters has significantly risen this last year impacting safety and …
Overview SafeAbroad analysts have highlighted several of the top risks to travelers during the holiday season. Many of these risks are prevalent year-round, but heightened during this time. Some of …
Overview SafeAbroad analysts assess that the 2026 Milan Cortina Olympics presents a low to moderate risk to traveler safety. Many safety precautions have been accounted for by authorities due to …
Overview SafeAbroad analysts have assessed that the recent security and political developments in Ecuador pose a moderate risk for travelers. Both of these problems have been assessed separately in terms …
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Overview SafeAbroad analysts have assessed the security environment surrounding the 2026 World Cup games in Mexico presents a moderate risk to travelers. This includes general crime and safety issues in …
Overview SafeAbroad analysts have assessed that crime in South Africa poses a moderate risk to travelers. Despite South Africa’s high crime rates compared to other popular travel destinations, tourists are …