Category - Asia

29
Jul

Thailand: heavy rains

Heavy rainfall is forecast for upper Thailand until July 31 which may cause flooding. Affected provinces include Bueng Kan, Chanthaburi, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Kanchanaburi, Lampang, Lamphun, Loei, Mae Hong Son, Nakhon Phanom, Nan, Nong Khai, Phayao, Phetchabun, Phrae, Sakon Nakhon, Tak, Trat and Uttaradit. http://www.tmd.go.th/en/list_warning.php

15
Jul

Typhoon Soulik: Korea

UK FCO TRAVEL ADVICE: Korean Peninsula – UK citizens advised that Typhoon Soulik is forecast to affect parts of the Korean Peninsula with heavy rainfall from around today (07/13) onwards. The weather is expected to remain severe in the Peninsula until July 16 or 17 https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/south-korea

12
Jul

Typhoon Soulik: update: flight disruptions

A number of airlines have announced flight cancellations to Taiwan as Typhoon Soulik (initial report here) continues to bring violent weather to the region. Cathay Pacific has warned that the majority of flights between Hong Kong and Taipei scheduled from 2100 today to 1400 tomorrow will be cancelled. The airline also anticipates delays to a […]

5
Jul

Philippines: update from Ottawa: avoid Davao City

Regional Advisory for the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao and vicinity Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development Canada advises against all travel to the Autonomous Region of Muslim Mindanao (consisting of Basilan, Sulu, Tawi Tawi, Lanao del Sur and Maguindanao), as well as to the Zamboanga Peninsula, Zamboanga del Sur, Sarangani, Lanao del Norte, Davao, North […]

10
May

Philippines: liquor ban on May 12-13

A liquor ban will be in effect May 12 and 13, during which all persons are forbidden from selling, providing, offering, buying, serving or consuming intoxicating liquor. Certain hotels and other establishments certified by the Department of Tourism (DOT) are exempted from the ban. Violators can face imprisonment and other penalties. Reminder: Foreigners are required […]

15
Apr

Uzbekistan: Update from Ottawa: Health

Do not drink tap water. Drink only boiled water, peel all fruits and vegetables, and avoid undercooked meat, dairy products, and food sold in the streets. For the latest Travel Health Notices and information on vaccinations, outbreaks and diseases, consult the website of the Public Health Agency of Canada. The Agency strongly recommends that you […]