Argentina Travel Advice
It is advised to keep a close eye on your personal belongings and hold on to them in public places such as Internet cafes, and train and bus stations where distraction thefts commonly occur.
There are occasional outbreaks of social unrest. Visitors should avoid demonstrations.
Dengue fever is endemic to Latin America and the Caribbean and can occur throughout the year. In 2007 there has been a marked increase in the number of reported cases of dengue across the region.
In April 2007 severe flooding caused by heavy rain has affected the provinces of Santa Fe, Entre Rios and Cordoba. Travel has been severely disrupted. It is advised to contact local authorities for further information if travelling in the area and to adjust travel plans accordingly.
It is strongly advised not to become involved with drugs of any kind. Possession of even very small quantities can lead to a minimum four and a half years' sentence.
The threat from terrorism in Argentina is low. But travellers should be aware of the global risk of indiscriminate terrorist attacks which could be against civilian targets, including places frequented by foreigners.
This advice is based on information provided by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK. It is correct at time of publishing. As the situation can change rapidly, visitors are advised to contact the following organisations for the latest travel advice:
British Foreign and Commonwealth Office
Tel: 0845 850 2829.
Website: www.fco.gov.uk
US Department of State
Website: http://travel.state.gov/travel
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