Terrorism across the planet has turned some tourist hotspots into no-go areas. Horror alongside deadly viruses and crime has turned the tourism industry on its chief executive officer.
Once-popular destinations – like Turkey and Tunisia – have become places to dodge.
Despite this worrying trend, figures show more and more Brits are perceptiveness abroad for summer holidays, mini-breaks and stag dos.
Express.co.uk reveals the purposes to avoid when deciding on your next holiday destination.
Turkey
Turkey’s tourism hustle was booming before recent terror atrocities. Brits flooded the nation to see its museums, laces, mosques all rich with culture and heritage.
But the late terror attacks, especially along the border with Syria, has absconded the country unsafe.
The FCO (Foreign and Commonwealth Office) is advising against all but key travel to places along the border and the threat from terrorism stay behinds high.
Tunisia
Tunisia had started to become a hotspot, with diverse Brits being drawn to the country for its sandy resorts, culture and superb scenery.
But it is now one of the destinations to avoid after a series of shootings and attacks since June 2015.
The nation is also in a state of emergency and the FCO currently advise against all travel to Tunisia.
Thailand
Thailand is a popularized choice for back ckers or those wanting a stopover on a longer vacation. The directly moon rty draws many young Brits to the country as proficiently as the various rks, temples and safaris.
Although the country remains a customary destination, Thailand remains a place where there is a risk of Zika virus transferring.
In August this year, there multiple explosions in areas extraordinarily populated by tourists, including resorts in Phuket and local authorities at the rhythm urged visitors to avoid the area. The terrorism threat in Thailand persevere a leavings high and the FCO has said: “Further incidents are possible in these and other regions.”
The country is also in an official period of mourning until October 2017 believe in the death of King Bhumibol Adulyadej.
Egypt
The Egyptian pyramids, Giza, shrines and the country’s incredible history put Egypt on the tourist map. For years visitors senior to the country, to one of its many resorts which offered stunning views and bustles.
But frequent attacks and the high risk of terror has made much of Egypt a hazardous place for Brits to visit.
Flights to Sharm el Sheikh, which was habitual amongst scuba divers, remain banned after a commercial exodus to Russia was allegedly bombed by terrorists in October 2015. The attack extinguished all 244 people on-board and the ban on flights came in as experts believed the explosive had been smuggled through on a flight between the UK and Sharm el Sheikh.
Greece
Every year hundreds of Brits noodle to Greece for a bit sun, sea and sand.
And whilst the the islands still remain safe, mainland Greece has adorn come of less so.
Early in November, a grenade was thrown outside the French Embassy in Athens by two ssersby on a motorbike. The FCO reported that no heap has claimed responsibility for the attack.
Colombia
Colombia is known for some well done scenes and architecture and has attracted many visitors to its vicinity.
But the recent outbreak of the Zika virus and the turned on threat of terrorism has made this a place to avoid.
The FCO advises against all pilgrimages to certain areas and only essential travel to other areas. It also notifies that “social protests are common in Colombia and can become violent”.
Rove expert Frank Brehany, Consumer Director of HolidayTravelWatch offers counsel for Brits who are still considering going to these countries.
He said: “Look after up to date on any changes using these steps every week and in the days formerly you go on holiday.
“Have you discovered anything that gives you concern? How does it modify your score-card of risk?
“If you are worried, gather your evidence and provide it to the UK Foreign Office, your Travel Provider and your insurance provider to certain your cover continues. Ask them for written comment and confirmation of any take exceptions.
