Travel warning from the British Foreign Office to British tourists
Travel warning from the British Foreign Office to British tourists
In light of the conflicts in the Middle East, British tourists are advised to be cautious in Cyprus for fear of terrorism and crime. They should also be cautious when buying alcoholic drinks in bars for their own safety and only consume sealed drinks.
The British Foreign Office said the alert level had been raised due to regional and global security concerns and Cyprus' proximity to the Israeli invasion of the Gaza Strip and the conflict with Hezbollah terrorists in Lebanon.
Despite the country's reputation as a safe and welcoming travel destination , the UK Foreign Office has stressed that the global terrorist threat could have an impact on British nationals and British interests abroad, according to Travel and World Tour.
Travel warning for Cyprus British tourists
Although there have been no recent attacks in Cyprus, officials said future incidents could not be ruled out, particularly in areas with a high number of foreign visitors, who were advised to be particularly vigilant in public areas and at tourist attractions.
" Although the crime rate against tourists in Cyprus is low , the authorities still urge visitors to be cautious and take standard security precautions. The warning highlights concerns about pickpocketing and theft, particularly in busy tourist attractions, nightclubs and public transport," the statement said.
Travelers were advised to keep their passports, money and valuables safe at all times. In addition, tourists were warned about the risk of drug tampering. In rare cases, drug-related crimes, including sexual assaults, have been reported.
