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Disney Cruise Line takes travelers to several destinations or you can hop on a flight to one of the several international parks. You might want to visit places like Paris, Tokyo, Shanghai, Hong Kong, or The Bahamas. Each offers fun and exciting Disney vacation opportunities. However, there are a couple of these destinations that currently have travel advisories to be aware of while you’re traveling.

Disney ensures that you have a safe trip when you are at their destinations. But to arrive at the parks, you must go through the country and cities the parks are in. And in the case of cruise line destinations, you may have access to other experiences that aren’t controlled by Disney. So it’s always a good idea to be well prepared about the area you are planning to visit.

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Currently, The Bahamas are at a Level 2 Travel Advisory which indicates travelers should exercise increased caution. This does not mean you cannot go to The Bahamas, it simply means that you should understand that something has happened in that country that increases the threat to tourists. In the case of The Bahamas, there is a level 2 advisory due to crime in the area.

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Along with The Bahamas, China also has an increased level of advisory. In Hong Kong, there is a Level 2 Threat Advisory, while in mainland China (where Shanghai is) there is a Level 3 Threat Advisory (Reconsider Travel).

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If you’re traveling to The Bahamas, the U.S. Department of State recommends following these precautions:

• Do not answer your door at your hotel/residence unless you know who it is.
• Do not physically resist any robbery attempt.
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive Alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Follow the Department of State on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
• Review the Country Security Report for The Bahamas.
• Prepare a contingency plan for emergency and medical situations.  Review the Traveler’s Checklist.
• Visit the CDC page for the latest Travel Health Information related to your travel.

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If you’re traveling to Hong Kong, the U.S. Department of State recommends following these precautions:

• Enter the Hong Kong SAR on your U.S. passport and keep it with you.
• Read the travel information page for the Hong Kong SAR.
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Be aware of your surroundings.
• Avoid demonstrations.
• Exercise caution in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
• Avoid taking photographs of protesters or police without permission.
• Keep a low profile.
• If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau immediately.
• Review the China Country Security Report from the Overseas Security Advisory Council.
• Do not consume drugs in the Hong Kong SAR or prior to arriving in the Hong Kong SAR.
• Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter. Follow U.S. Consulate General Hong Kong & Macau on Facebook and Twitter.
• Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) page for the latest Travel Health Information related to the Hong Kong SAR.
• Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations.
• Review the Traveler’s Checklist.
• Monitor local media, local transportation sites, and apps like MTR Mobile or Citybus for updates.

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If you’re traveling to mainland China, the U.S. Department of State recommends following these precautions:

• Enter the PRC on your U.S. passport with a valid PRC visa and keep it with you.
• Read the travel information page for Mainland China.
• Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
• Avoid demonstrations.
• Exercise caution in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
• Avoid taking photographs of protesters or police without permission.
• Keep a low profile.
• If you are arrested or detained, ask police or prison officials to notify U.S. Embassy Beijing or the nearest U.S. Consulate General immediately.
• Review the China Country Security Report from the Overseas Security Advisory Council.
• Do not consume drugs in the PRC or prior to arriving in the PRC.
• Follow the Department of State on Facebook and Twitter. Follow U.S. Embassy Beijing on Twitter, WeChat, and Weibo.
• Visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) page for the latest Travel Health Information related to the PRC.
• Prepare a contingency plan for emergency situations.
• Review the Traveler’s Checklist.

There are many reasons why the U.S. may impose a travel advisory for countries. If you plan on traveling internationally soon, we recommend taking some time to review travel information pertaining to your destination. Even if a location is deemed safe, taking precautions is always a good idea. But remember, while at a Disney destination, your safety is paramount!

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We want you to have fun, safe vacations, that’s why we work to keep you informed! These travel advisories may change, so consider checking the Travel.State.Gov website before your next adventure.

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