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The Islands Of The Bahamas Announces Updated Travel and Entry Protocols

Mandatory Vacation-in-Place Requirement is Replaced by COVID-19 Health Insurance, Monitoring Procedures, and On-Island Rapid Testing for Those Staying Longer Than Five Days

For more information see: https://www.bahamas.com/pressroom/islands-bahamas-announces-updated-travel-and-entry-protocols

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THE ISLANDS OF BAHAMAS ANNOUNCES UPDATED TRAVEL AND ENTRY PROTOCOLS

• May 2, 2021

New Rules in Effect for Vaccinated Travellers

NASSAU, Bahamas, April 30, 2021 – The Government of The Bahamas announced updated public health measures and entry protocols for fully vaccinated travellers, stating:

• Effective immediately, Bahamian citizens and residents who are fully vaccinated – after receiving their second dose – will be exempt from COVID-19 testing requirements when travelling inter-island from New Providence, Grand Bahama, Abaco, Exuma and Eleuthera to any other island.
• Effective May 1, 2021, international visitors travelling to The Bahamas from other countries who are fully vaccinated and have passed the two-week immunity period will be exempt from testing requirements for entry and inter-island travel.
• REQUIREMENTS FOR VACCINATED TRAVELLERS Vaccinated travellers will still need to apply for the Bahamas Travel Health Visa and will be required to upload proof of vaccination (such as CDC or government issued vaccine record card) with their application in place of PCR test requirement. They will not need to provide a negative COVID-19 PCR test prior to entry, submit to rapid testing mandates or complete the daily health questionnaire during their stay. At this time, the Bahamas Government will only be accepting vaccines by Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson and AstraZeneca.
• REQUIREMENTS FOR UNVACCINATED TRAVELLERS Travellers who are not fully vaccinated will be required to follow all existing entry testing requirements including applying for a Bahamas Travel Health Visa, providing proof of negative PCR test taken no more than five (5) days prior to arrival and completing the daily health questionnaire, as well as conducting rapid COVID-19 antigen testing, if they are staying in The Bahamas for longer than four (4) nights and five (5) days.
• REQUIREMENTS FOR ALL TRAVELLERS All visitors and residents will be required to apply for the Bahamas Travel Health Visa and adhere to health and safety protocols on island such as mask wearing, social distancing and frequent hand washing among others. Health and safety remain our highest priority, and we must continue to be vigilant.
• Due to the fluidity of COVID-19, the Government of The Bahamas will continue to monitor cases across the islands and loosen or tighten restrictions as needed. The Bahamas is an archipelago with more than 700 islands and cays, spread over 100,000 square miles, which means conditions and instances of the virus can be different on each of the 16 islands available to welcome visitors. Travellers should continue to check the status of their island destination before travelling, by visiting Bahamas.com/travelupdates.

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Check the vaccines and medicines list and visit your doctor at least a month before your trip to get vaccines or medicines you may need. If you or your doctor need help finding a location that provides certain vaccines or medicines, visit the Find a Clinic page.

Routine vaccines

Recommendations.

Make sure you are up-to-date on all routine vaccines before every trip. Some of these vaccines include

• Chickenpox (Varicella)
• Diphtheria-Tetanus-Pertussis
• Flu (influenza)
• Measles-Mumps-Rubella (MMR)

Immunization schedules

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please see  Your COVID-19 Vaccination  for more information. 

COVID-19 vaccine

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to The Bahamas.

Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.

Travelers allergic to a vaccine component or who are younger than 6 months should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.

Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis A - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Hep A

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to The Bahamas.

Hepatitis B - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Hep B

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.

All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according to  CDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel .

Measles (Rubeola) - CDC Yellow Book

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in The Bahamas.

If rabies exposures occur while in The Bahamas, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.

Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.

Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.

For more information, see country rabies status assessments .

Rabies - CDC Yellow Book

Recommended for most travelers, especially those staying with friends or relatives or visiting smaller cities or rural areas.

Typhoid - CDC Yellow Book

Dosing info - Typhoid

Yellow Fever

Required for travelers ≥1 year old arriving from countries with risk for YF virus transmission; this includes >12-hour airport transits or layovers in countries with risk for YF virus transmission. 1

Yellow Fever - CDC Yellow Book

Avoid contaminated water

Leptospirosis

How most people get sick (most common modes of transmission)

• Touching urine or other body fluids from an animal infected with leptospirosis
• Swimming or wading in urine-contaminated fresh water, or contact with urine-contaminated mud
• Drinking water or eating food contaminated with animal urine
• Avoid contaminated water and soil
• Avoid floodwater

Clinical Guidance

Avoid bug bites.

• Mosquito bite
• Avoid Bug Bites
• An infected pregnant woman can spread it to her unborn baby

Airborne & droplet

• Breathing in air or accidentally eating food contaminated with the urine, droppings, or saliva of infected rodents
• Bite from an infected rodent
• Less commonly, being around someone sick with hantavirus (only occurs with Andes virus)
• Avoid rodents and areas where they live
• Avoid sick people

Tuberculosis (TB)

• Breathe in TB bacteria that is in the air from an infected and contagious person coughing, speaking, or singing.

Learn actions you can take to stay healthy and safe on your trip. Vaccines cannot protect you from many diseases in The Bahamas, so your behaviors are important.

Eat and drink safely

Food and water standards around the world vary based on the destination. Standards may also differ within a country and risk may change depending on activity type (e.g., hiking versus business trip). You can learn more about safe food and drink choices when traveling by accessing the resources below.

• Choose Safe Food and Drinks When Traveling
• Water Treatment Options When Hiking, Camping or Traveling
• Global Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH)
• Avoid Contaminated Water During Travel

You can also visit the Department of State Country Information Pages for additional information about food and water safety.

Prevent bug bites

Bugs (like mosquitoes, ticks, and fleas) can spread a number of diseases in The Bahamas. Many of these diseases cannot be prevented with a vaccine or medicine. You can reduce your risk by taking steps to prevent bug bites.

What can I do to prevent bug bites?

• Cover exposed skin by wearing long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats.
• Use an appropriate insect repellent (see below).
• Use permethrin-treated clothing and gear (such as boots, pants, socks, and tents). Do not use permethrin directly on skin.
• Stay and sleep in air-conditioned or screened rooms.
• Use a bed net if the area where you are sleeping is exposed to the outdoors.

What type of insect repellent should I use?

• FOR PROTECTION AGAINST TICKS AND MOSQUITOES: Use a repellent that contains 20% or more DEET for protection that lasts up to several hours.
• Picaridin (also known as KBR 3023, Bayrepel, and icaridin)
• Oil of lemon eucalyptus (OLE) or para-menthane-diol (PMD)
• 2-undecanone
• Always use insect repellent as directed.

What should I do if I am bitten by bugs?

• Avoid scratching bug bites, and apply hydrocortisone cream or calamine lotion to reduce the itching.
• Check your entire body for ticks after outdoor activity. Be sure to remove ticks properly.

What can I do to avoid bed bugs?

Although bed bugs do not carry disease, they are an annoyance. See our information page about avoiding bug bites for some easy tips to avoid them. For more information on bed bugs, see Bed Bugs .

For more detailed information on avoiding bug bites, see Avoid Bug Bites .

Stay safe outdoors

If your travel plans in The Bahamas include outdoor activities, take these steps to stay safe and healthy during your trip.

• Stay alert to changing weather conditions and adjust your plans if conditions become unsafe.
• Prepare for activities by wearing the right clothes and packing protective items, such as bug spray, sunscreen, and a basic first aid kit.
• Consider learning basic first aid and CPR before travel. Bring a travel health kit with items appropriate for your activities.
• If you are outside for many hours in heat, eat salty snacks and drink water to stay hydrated and replace salt lost through sweating.
• Protect yourself from UV radiation : use sunscreen with an SPF of at least 15, wear protective clothing, and seek shade during the hottest time of day (10 a.m.–4 p.m.).
• Be especially careful during summer months and at high elevation. Because sunlight reflects off snow, sand, and water, sun exposure may be increased during activities like skiing, swimming, and sailing.
• Very cold temperatures can be dangerous. Dress in layers and cover heads, hands, and feet properly if you are visiting a cold location.

Stay safe around water

• Swim only in designated swimming areas. Obey lifeguards and warning flags on beaches.
• Practice safe boating—follow all boating safety laws, do not drink alcohol if driving a boat, and always wear a life jacket.
• Do not dive into shallow water.
• Do not swim in freshwater in developing areas or where sanitation is poor.
• Avoid swallowing water when swimming. Untreated water can carry germs that make you sick.
• To prevent infections, wear shoes on beaches where there may be animal waste.

Keep away from animals

Most animals avoid people, but they may attack if they feel threatened, are protecting their young or territory, or if they are injured or ill. Animal bites and scratches can lead to serious diseases such as rabies.

Follow these tips to protect yourself:

• Do not touch or feed any animals you do not know.
• Do not allow animals to lick open wounds, and do not get animal saliva in your eyes or mouth.
• Avoid rodents and their urine and feces.
• Traveling pets should be supervised closely and not allowed to come in contact with local animals.
• If you wake in a room with a bat, seek medical care immediately. Bat bites may be hard to see.

All animals can pose a threat, but be extra careful around dogs, bats, monkeys, sea animals such as jellyfish, and snakes. If you are bitten or scratched by an animal, immediately:

• Wash the wound with soap and clean water.
• Go to a doctor right away.
• Tell your doctor about your injury when you get back to the United States.

Consider buying medical evacuation insurance. Rabies is a deadly disease that must be treated quickly, and treatment may not be available in some countries.

Reduce your exposure to germs

Follow these tips to avoid getting sick or spreading illness to others while traveling:

• Wash your hands often, especially before eating.
• If soap and water aren’t available, clean hands with hand sanitizer (containing at least 60% alcohol).
• Don’t touch your eyes, nose, or mouth. If you need to touch your face, make sure your hands are clean.
• Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.
• Try to avoid contact with people who are sick.
• If you are sick, stay home or in your hotel room, unless you need medical care.

Avoid sharing body fluids

Diseases can be spread through body fluids, such as saliva, blood, vomit, and semen.

Protect yourself:

• Use latex condoms correctly.
• Do not inject drugs.
• Limit alcohol consumption. People take more risks when intoxicated.
• Do not share needles or any devices that can break the skin. That includes needles for tattoos, piercings, and acupuncture.
• If you receive medical or dental care, make sure the equipment is disinfected or sanitized.

Know how to get medical care while traveling

Plan for how you will get health care during your trip, should the need arise:

• Carry a list of local doctors and hospitals at your destination.
• Review your health insurance plan to determine what medical services it would cover during your trip. Consider purchasing travel health and medical evacuation insurance.
• Carry a card that identifies, in the local language, your blood type, chronic conditions or serious allergies, and the generic names of any medications you take.
• Some prescription drugs may be illegal in other countries. Call The Bahamas’s embassy to verify that all of your prescription(s) are legal to bring with you.
• Bring all the medicines (including over-the-counter medicines) you think you might need during your trip, including extra in case of travel delays. Ask your doctor to help you get prescriptions filled early if you need to.

Many foreign hospitals and clinics are accredited by the Joint Commission International. A list of accredited facilities is available at their website ( www.jointcommissioninternational.org ).

In some countries, medicine (prescription and over-the-counter) may be substandard or counterfeit. Bring the medicines you will need from the United States to avoid having to buy them at your destination.

Select safe transportation

Motor vehicle crashes are the #1 killer of healthy US citizens in foreign countries.

In many places cars, buses, large trucks, rickshaws, bikes, people on foot, and even animals share the same lanes of traffic, increasing the risk for crashes.

Be smart when you are traveling on foot.

• Use sidewalks and marked crosswalks.
• Pay attention to the traffic around you, especially in crowded areas.
• Remember, people on foot do not always have the right of way in other countries.

Riding/Driving

Choose a safe vehicle.

• Choose official taxis or public transportation, such as trains and buses.
• Ride only in cars that have seatbelts.
• Avoid overcrowded, overloaded, top-heavy buses and minivans.
• Avoid riding on motorcycles or motorbikes, especially motorbike taxis. (Many crashes are caused by inexperienced motorbike drivers.)
• Choose newer vehicles—they may have more safety features, such as airbags, and be more reliable.
• Choose larger vehicles, which may provide more protection in crashes.

Think about the driver.

• Do not drive after drinking alcohol or ride with someone who has been drinking.
• Consider hiring a licensed, trained driver familiar with the area.
• Arrange payment before departing.

Follow basic safety tips.

• Wear a seatbelt at all times.
• Sit in the back seat of cars and taxis.
• When on motorbikes or bicycles, always wear a helmet. (Bring a helmet from home, if needed.)
• Avoid driving at night; street lighting in certain parts of The Bahamas may be poor.
• Do not use a cell phone or text while driving (illegal in many countries).
• Travel during daylight hours only, especially in rural areas.
• If you choose to drive a vehicle in The Bahamas, learn the local traffic laws and have the proper paperwork.
• Get any driving permits and insurance you may need. Get an International Driving Permit (IDP). Carry the IDP and a US-issued driver's license at all times.
• Check with your auto insurance policy's international coverage, and get more coverage if needed. Make sure you have liability insurance.
• Avoid using local, unscheduled aircraft.
• If possible, fly on larger planes (more than 30 seats); larger airplanes are more likely to have regular safety inspections.
• Try to schedule flights during daylight hours and in good weather.

Medical Evacuation Insurance

If you are seriously injured, emergency care may not be available or may not meet US standards. Trauma care centers are uncommon outside urban areas. Having medical evacuation insurance can be helpful for these reasons.

Helpful Resources

Road Safety Overseas (Information from the US Department of State): Includes tips on driving in other countries, International Driving Permits, auto insurance, and other resources.

The Association for International Road Travel has country-specific Road Travel Reports available for most countries for a minimal fee.

Traffic flows on the left side of the road in The Bahamas.

• Always pay close attention to the flow of traffic, especially when crossing the street.
• LOOK RIGHT for approaching traffic.

Maintain personal security

Use the same common sense traveling overseas that you would at home, and always stay alert and aware of your surroundings.

Before you leave

• Research your destination(s), including local laws, customs, and culture.
• Monitor travel advisories and alerts and read travel tips from the US Department of State.
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) .
• Leave a copy of your itinerary, contact information, credit cards, and passport with someone at home.
• Pack as light as possible, and leave at home any item you could not replace.

While at your destination(s)

• Carry contact information for the nearest US embassy or consulate .
• Carry a photocopy of your passport and entry stamp; leave the actual passport securely in your hotel.
• Follow all local laws and social customs.
• Do not wear expensive clothing or jewelry.
• Always keep hotel doors locked, and store valuables in secure areas.
• If possible, choose hotel rooms between the 2nd and 6th floors.

Healthy Travel Packing List

Use the Healthy Travel Packing List for Bahamas, The for a list of health-related items to consider packing for your trip. Talk to your doctor about which items are most important for you.

Why does CDC recommend packing these health-related items?

It’s best to be prepared to prevent and treat common illnesses and injuries. Some supplies and medicines may be difficult to find at your destination, may have different names, or may have different ingredients than what you normally use.

If you are not feeling well after your trip, you may need to see a doctor. If you need help finding a travel medicine specialist, see Find a Clinic . Be sure to tell your doctor about your travel, including where you went and what you did on your trip. Also tell your doctor if you were bitten or scratched by an animal while traveling.

For more information on what to do if you are sick after your trip, see Getting Sick after Travel .

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Travel requirements

For arrivals into the bahamas, updated september 20, 2022, travel restrictions & entry requirements.

Current travel restrictions including entry and departure requirements for all travelers to The Bahamas. It is our goal to ensure this page contains the most up-to-date information, though local authorities may amend, implement new and discontinue existing requirements and restrictions. Please visit travel.gov.bs for The Bahamas, the CDC website for the U.S. or equivalent in your country before traveling. Not responsible for errors or omissions. ‍ Information accurate as of Tuesday, September 20, 2022.

Effective Tuesday, September 20, 2022 As of September 20, 2022, the COVID-19 testing requirement for entering The Bahamas has been eliminated. All travelers, regardless of vaccination status, are no longer requirded to submit to pre-travel COVID-19 testing to enter the country. Please note : COVID-19 testing is no longer required for persons travelling inter-island (domestic) within The Bahamas, regardless of COVID-19 vaccination status (unvaccinated or fully vaccinated).

On-island testing requirements.

All travelers staying in The Bahamas for more than 48 hours (two (2) nights), regardless of vaccination status, are required to take a Rapid Antigen Test 48 hours after arrival into The Bahamas. Visitors departing on or before 48 hours will not be required to take this test. This test replaces the existing Day-5 Rapid Antigen Test. Keep in mind, all air travelers, regardless of nationality, vaccination status or length of stay in The Bahamas, are required to show proof of a negative viral test result taken within one (1) day of the flight’s departure to the United States before boarding. For more info, visit travel.state.gov

Pre-Departure Requirements

Pre-departure Testing Requirements for Air Travelers to the U.S. Lifted Effective June 12, 2022 ‍ The CDC order from December 2, 2021, requiring persons aged two and above to show a negative COVID-19 test result or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before boarding a flight to the United States, is rescinded, effective June 12, 2022, at 12:01AM ET. This means that starting at 12:01AM ET on June 12, 2022, air passengers will not need to get tested and show a negative COVID-19 test result or show documentation of recovery from COVID-19 prior to boarding a flight to the United States regardless of vaccination status or citizenship. This information is subject to change at any time without prior notice. For more info, visit travel.state.gov or the equivalent in your home country. Not responsible for errors or omissions.

Fully Vaccinated Travelers

Travel requirements. last updated december 3, 2021.

Arrival Requirements ‍ ‍ Fully vaccinated travelers wishing to enter The Bahamas from other countries are required to obtain a negative COVID-19 test (either a Rapid Antigen Test or PCR), taken no more than five (5) days prior to the date of arrival to The Bahamas. Please note: Travelers presenting a test result older than five (5) days will be denied entry into The Bahamas. BAHAMAS HEALTH VISA All travelers, regardless of vaccination status are required to apply for a Bahamas Travel Health Visa at travel.gov.bs . Applications can take up to 48 hours to process. Please allow adequte lead time prior to traveling.

Departure Requirements ‍ Effective December 6, 2021 all air travelers returning to the U.S., regardless of nationality or vaccination status, are required to show documentation of a negative viral test result taken within one (1) day of the flight's departure to the United States before boarding. For more information, visit travel.state.gov Rapid (antigen) testing is available at Breezes Bahamas for $35 per person, per test and can be arranged by visiting the front desk while at the resort. Guests should arrange other testing, including PCR tests (not available at Breezes Bahamas) directly with local providers. ‍ ‍ Canadian , European and Latin American guests, please verify what type of testing is required for reentry with your airline. Please note that PCR tests are not provided by the hotel, but we can recommend labs nearby that provide this service. ‍ ‍ Fully vaccinated travelers must upload valid proof of vaccination (such as CDC or government issued vaccine record card). A person is considered fully vaccinated 2 weeks after the second dose in a 2-dose series, or 2 weeks after a single-dose vaccine. At this time The Bahamas Government will only be accepting vaccines by Pfizer Moderna, Johnson & Johnson and AstraZeneca

Information accurate as of  December 3, 2021  and may be changed by local authorities and governments. Please visit the CDC website (or equivalent in your country) before traveling.

Visit travel.gov.bs and complete the Travel Health Visa. Upload Negative CoVid-19 PCR Test Result.

Once approved, print and travel with your Bahamas Travel Health Visa.

Present your Approved Bahamas Travel Health Visa with QR code upon arrival.

Negative CoVid-19 test required your fifth (5th) day on-island. Your home country may require a negative test for re-entry.

Unvaccinated Travelers

Arrival Requirements ‍ ‍ All unvaccinated air travelers wishing to enter The Bahamas from other countries are required to obtain a negative COVID-19 PCR test, taken no more than five (5) days prior to the date of arrival to The Bahamas. Please note: Travelers presenting a test result older than five (5) days will be denied entry into The Bahamas. BAHAMAS HEALTH VISA All travelers, regardless of vaccination status are required to apply for a Bahamas Travel Health Visa at travel.gov.bs. Applications can take up to 48 hours to process. Please allow adequte lead time prior to traveling. On-Island Testing Requirements Unvaccinated travelers staying longer than four (4) nights are required to take an on-island Rapid COVID-19 Antigen Test on the fifth (5th) day . Visitors departing on or before the fifth (5th) day are not required to obtain this on-island test, but are still required to obtain a negative test in order for re-entry into the U.S. and other countries. For more information, visit travel.gov.bs ‍

Departure Requirements ‍ Effective December 6, 2021 all air travelers returning to the U.S., regardless of nationality or vaccination status, are required to show documentation of a negative viral test result taken within one (1) day of the flight's departure to the United States before boarding. For more information, visit travel.state.gov Rapid (antigen) testing is available at Breezes Bahamas for $35 per person, per test and can be arranged by visiting the front desk while at the resort. Guests should arrange other testing, including PCR tests (not available at Breezes Bahamas) directly with local providers. ‍ ‍ Canadian , European and Latin American guests, please verify what type of testing is required for reentry with your airline. Please note that PCR tests are not provided by the hotel, but we can recommend labs nearby that provide this service.

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The U.S. State Department issued a new travel advisory for Jamaica. Are any Caribbean islands safe?

The U.S. State Department recently issued a travel advisory urging travelers to reconsider plans to go to Jamaica due to surges in crime and lacking medical services.

But travelers booking their spring and summer vacations still have plenty of options if they're considering a trip to the Caribbean islands.

Here's a list of Caribbean islands that fall under the lowest advisory level for safety and security risk.

What are the Caribbean islands with the least risk for safety and security?

According to the U.S. State Department, these are some Caribbean islands under the government's lowest advisory ranking:

• Antigua and Barbuda
• British Virgin Islands
• Cayman Islands
• Saint Kitts and Nevis
• Saint Lucia
• Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
• Sint Maarten

Is it safe to travel to the Bahamas?

The U.S. State Department issued a Level 2 travel advisory for the Bahamas on Jan. 26 due to crime and water safety.

Most crime occurs on New Providence (Nassau) and Grand Bahama (Freeport) islands. Violent crime, such as burglaries, armed robberies and sexual assaults happen in tourist and non-tourist areas.

Activities involving watercraft are also not consistently regulated, and watercraft may be poorly maintained, according to the advisory.

Planning on traveling abroad? Here are some safety tips:

The State Department advises citizens to sign up for their  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program  to receive alerts and to make it easier to locate you in an emergency. Review the  Country Security Report  for the country you're planning to visit.

The State Department also recommends preparing a contingency plan for any emergency situations. Review their  Traveler's Checklist .

You can also visit the CDC page for the latest travel health information related to your destination.

How to learn more about your travel destination:

If your travel destination isn't listed, you can view what the State Department recommends at http://travel.state.gov/advisories .

Travel warnings for Barbados, Jamaica and Bahamas as Foreign Office shares new advice

H olidaymakers are being warned about travelling to Barbados, Jamaica and the Bahamas for various reasons including crime, health and even terrorism.

While most Britons will be vacationing closer to home and across Europe, thousands of holidaymakers will travel further afield to former commonwealth countries in the Caribbean.

Jamaica, Barbados and the Bahamas are all popular destinations for Brits, but the Foreign Office has released warnings for each of these destinations.

Here's a look at the travel advice for some of the most popular Caribbean destinations.

The Foreign Office says that "most visits are trouble-free", but there have been incidents of violent crime including armed robbery, sexual assaults and gang-related shootings. There has been an increase in gang-related murders involving guns, with some having taken place in populated areas.

Local attitudes towards the LGBT+ community are "mostly conservative". Public displays of affection between all couples are uncommon and may attract negative attention.

Ocean currents can be deceptively strong, including on some of the popular beaches on the south and west coasts with some beaches not having lifeguards or warning flags. Swimming is not recommended on many of the east coast beaches where currents are particularly strong.

The hurricane season normally runs from June to November and earthquakes are a potential threat with tremors felt occasionally.

It is also an offence for anyone, including children, to dress in camouflage clothing .

Barbados has a risk of Zika virus transmission, according to UK health authorities. Dengue fever is endemic to the region and cases of Chikungunya virus have been confirmed in Barbados.

The UK Foreign Office warned Jamaican government can impose curfews with little notice and have military stationed on the streets in response to violence and shootings. Any event with large crowds, such as festivals and protests, has the potential to turn violent. They can also be used by criminals as cover for robbery and theft.

Crime rates are high in and around Kingston and Montego Bay. Gang violence and shootings are common in inner city areas. Most attacks on tourists are robbery. Visitors are advised to "not walk in isolated areas or deserted beaches even during the day, be careful when withdrawing money from ATMs and avoid using buses at night".

British nationals have been tracked and robbed when travelling from the airport to their private accommodation. Be cautious when driving and getting out of the car. There have been incidents where tourists and visitors have been targets for rape and sexual assault sometimes using dating apps, especially those used by the LGBT+ community.

Male same-sex sexual activity is illegal, but the law is "not always strictly enforced". The attitude of many Jamaicans towards same-sex relationships is "hostile". Showing affection in public may receive unwanted attention.

Many roads are badly maintained with poor signage, so road accidents and fatalities are common. Speeding and drink-driving are also common.

Hurricane season is normally from June to November.

Attacks on tourists can be "indiscriminate", according to the Foreign Office. There have been violent crimes and armed robberies, some fatal, in residential and tourist areas.

To reduce risk, do not go outside the main tourist areas and beaches on foot, especially if you are alone. Tourists are advised to "stay where there are regular police patrols, avoid unlit areas, travel in groups after dusk and take care if travelling on local bus services at night away from the main tourist areas".

The risk of petty theft and pickpocketing goes up during festivals and visitors should lock doors and windows when staying at short-term vacation rental properties, especially if there are no security guards.

The risk of sexual assault also increases during festivals. There have been reports of sexual assaults on foreign nationals by jet ski operators.

Local attitudes towards the LGBT+ community are "mostly conservative". Same-sex relations are legal but LGBT+ travellers should be aware that "showing affection in public may attract negative attention".

The water sports industry in the Bahamas is poorly regulated. Tourists are warned to "be careful when renting jet skis and other equipment", as many companies and individuals are unregistered or use poor-quality equipment. People have been killed and seriously injured or killed others when using watercraft recklessly.

Fatal shark attacks happen without warning. Night and dusk swimming in shallow waters and paddleboarding in deeper waters put you at a higher risk.

Some organisers of day excursions use bait to attract marine life, which can also increase the risk of sharks attacking. Never go into water that has been baited - several attacks have been linked to shark encounters taking place too close to where fishermen have been gutting fish.

The hurricane season in the Bahamas normally runs from 1 June to 30 November. Hurricanes and resulting floods in the Bahamas can be deadly.

It's estimated that at least 7,600 adults aged 15 or over in the Bahamas are living with HIV - around 3.2 percent of the adult population. This compares to around 0.3 percent in the UK. Take normal precautions to avoid exposure to HIV.

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