Trinidad and Tobago Travel Advice

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The Foreign and Commonwealth Office in the UK give the following travel advice to those considering travelling to Trinidad and Tobago:

Trinidad
"Theft from vehicles and property can be a problem in parts of downtown Port of Spain and in other urban areas. Cruise ship passengers should take particular care when walking around the docks and downtown, and should avoid straying into areas affected by gang violence. There has also been a worrying increase in violent crime, muggings and robberies in all areas in 2009.  There have also been attacks, some involving firearms, at tourist sites, including Fort George, the Pitch Lake and also at car parks of supermarkets, shopping malls, nightclubs, restaurants and business premises, including hairdressers and vegetable stalls.

"Don't carry large amounts of cash or wear eye-catching jewellery.  Use hotel safety deposit boxes to store valuables, money and passports.  Do not walk alone in deserted areas even in daylight.  Do not resist robbers or muggers."

Tobago

"There have been a number of serious robberies against tourists and residents. In August 2009 a British couple were attacked in their home in Bacolet.  The couple suffered life threatening injuries that required medical evacuation to Port of Spain. In Bon Accord a British visitor was subject to a robbery and sexual assault at her villa in the Black Rock area. Caution is therefore advised when renting villas in Tobago. All villas should have adequate security measures in place, including the provision of external security lighting, grills and 24-hour security guards. 

"You should be aware of your surroundings at all times and preferably carry a mobile 'phone with roaming capability for use in emergency. Visitors are advised to visit isolated beaches such as Englishman's Bay and King Peter's bay only as a member of an organised group."

The hurricane season in the Caribbean normally runs from June to November.

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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