Peru Travel Advisor

Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against all travel to the region(s) specified below. (IDW5)

You are advised against all travel to the city of Abancay (Apurímac province) and surrounding areas. On December 5, 2006, a state of emergency was issued for Abancay, following an outbreak of violent protests that caused a significant number of injuries. Although order has now been restored, the situation remains tense. Canadians should monitor local news reports and contact the Embassy of Canada in Lima or local authorities for advice on the security situation.

You are advised against all travel to the province of La Mar in the Department of Ayacucho. The Shining Path rebel group has conducted an ambush against Peruvian policemen and officers of the Empresa Nacional de la Coca (ENACO) on the highway of Tambo-Rio Apurimac on December 16, 2006.

You are advised against all travel to the provinces of Marañon, Huacaybamba, Leoncio Prado and Huamalies in the Department of Huanuco; Tocache in the Department of San Martin; and Padre Abad in the Department of Ucayali. In December 2005, Peruvian policemen were ambushed and killed in the vicinity of Aucayacu, in the province of Huanuco. The Shining Path rebel group accepted responsibility for these killings.

You are advised against all travel to the border area with Ecuador, especially the Cordillera del Cóndor region, as landmines are still a problem.

You are also advised against all travel to the border area with Colombia because of narcotics trafficking. Since February 1999, this isolated jungle area has been patrolled by the Peruvian army to impede the entry of Colombian rebels.

OFFICIAL REGISTRATION RECOMMENDATION: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada offers a registration service for Canadians travelling or residing abroad. Canadians who choose to travel to the region(s) specified despite this warning should register with the responsible Canadian government office in this country. Registration can be done on-line or by calling the responsible Canadian government office abroad to request a registration form. Canadians visiting other areas of the country for three months or more should also register. Canadians visiting for less than three months are strongly advised to: (a) leave a detailed travel itinerary and contact information with family or friends in Canada; (b) provide family with the emergency number for Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada (1 800 267-6788 or 613-944-6788); and (c) keep the phone number of the responsible Canadian government office on hand

Bolivia - Travel Advisory

Bolivia - natural disaster


Severe rainfall during January and February 2007 has caused significant flooding in eight of Bolivia's nine departments, especially Santa Cruz, Cochabamba, and Beni. The Government of Bolivia declared a state of emergency for severely affected areas. The situation has resulted in several casualties and has displaced thousands of people. Road travel is severely affected throughout the country. With more heavy rains forecasted, interruptions to transportation are expected to continue.

Canadians should monitor local weather and news reports, follow the advice of local authorities, avoid affected areas, and determine whether the situation will disrupt travel arrangements.

FYI - Paris, France

If you are going to be in Paris any time from May 4th - 17th, 2007 be sure to check out the Jazz Festival - St. Germain-des-Pres. Artists from all over will be performing jazz, blues and gospel. Enjoy!

INDONESIA - FLOODS - natural disaster

Torrential rain that began on February 2 has caused extensive flooding in Indonesia resulting in several deaths and the displacement of many residents. Jakarta, the capital, was the region the hardest hit, where the majority of the sub-districts were affected. Several other provinces also experienced floods, including South and East Sumatra. While the water has receded, further flooding could occur following a heavy rainfall.

Travellers should be aware that power and telecommunications systems were affected and although all systems have been restored, there still exists a risk of future disruptions. Transportation routes, which were affected by the floods, have returned to normal. However, Canadian travellers are advised to maintain a flexible schedule to allow for unexpected interruptions. Travellers should also be aware of an increase in the transmission of water-born diseases.

Canadians in the region should exercise caution, monitor local news and weather reports, and follow the advice of local authorities. In case of emergency, contact the Embassy of Canada in Jakarta, or the Consulate General of Australia in Bali. You may also call the Emergency Operations Center in Ottawa at 613-996-8885.

TRAVEL ADVISORY

Mozambique - natural disaster


Current heavy rains have caused flooding in Mozambique, mainly in the provinces of Zambezia and Sofala, along the entire length of the Zambezi River. This has affected road travel and sanitation in these areas.

Canadian travelers should avoid the affected areas until the situation has stabilized. Canadians currently in Mozambique should refrain from undertaking unnecessary overland travel in this area, monitor local news and weather reports, and follow the advice of local authorities.

Canadians seeking emergency consular assistance in the area should contact the High Commission of Canada in Maputo at 258 (21) 492-623 or the Emergency Operations Centre in Ottawa at 613-996-8885.

TRAVEL ADVISORY - BOLIVIA

Bolivia - natural disaster
Severe rainfall in Bolivia during January and February 2007 has caused significant flooding, mainly in the regions of Chuquisaca, Santa Cruz, and Cochabamba, and in the departments of La Paz and Beni. The city of Santa Cruz is partially isolated by landslides that have affected the main highways (both old and new) between Cochabamba and Santa Cruz, and the road to Argentina through Yacuiba. Heavy rains continue in the region and interruptions to transportation are expected to continue. Canadians should monitor local weather and news reports, follow the advice of local authorities, avoid affected areas, and determine whether the situation will disrupt travel arrangements.

TRAVEL WARNING!

Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against all travel to the region(s) specified below. (IDW5)You are advised against all travel to the border areas with Sudan, Somalia or Ethiopia or to the Tana River region due to armed banditry and cross-border violence. Kenya's border with Somalia is closed since January 3, 2007.