The U.S. Department of State is urging "increased caution" at a popular Caribbean destination due to reports of violent crime.

Visitors are advised not to display signs of wealth and to be careful using their phones in public as robberies are common.

The State Department considers various factors, like crime, terrorism, civil unrest, access to health services, and more when issuing advisories.

The U.S. Department of State is urging travelers to exercise increased caution when traveling to the Dominican Republic. The department updated their travel advisory for the Caribbean nation on Thursday and issued a level two advisory due to crime.

Israel's declaration of a state of emergency, which it announced on Friday, has left an estimated 40,000 British tourists stranded in the country, as residents take shelter and borders close. UK officials are now preparing evacuation plans for British citizens, reported The Times newspaper.

On June 11, the U.S. Department of State issued a level one travel advisory for Canada, prompting speculation about the intent behind the warning. Multiple media outlets made a connection between the advisory and Canada's wildfire season or political tensions between the two countries.

Brits planning a holiday abroad have been issued a warning to make sure they do one thing “at least” four weeks before setting off. This important process could help keep you safe and healthy while you travel.

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