Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 4, 2026Ethiopia— Languages changed: from ~~Amharic, Oromo, English~~ to Amharic (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ethiopia— Payments changed: from Cards are accepted at major hotels and a growing number of venues in Addis Ababa, but Ethiopia remains overwhelmingly a cash economy. Carry birr outside the capital and expect ATMs to be unreliable up-country. to The UK Foreign Office describes Ethiopia as a cash-based society: card payments and ATMs are limited and unreliable, especially outside cities, so get enough cash before leaving them. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ethiopia— Best time to visit changed: from ~~October to March is the dry season — clear skies for the Simien Mountains, Lalibela and the historic north; the main rains fall from June to September.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the rainy season normally runs from June to September, when seasonal flooding can hamper overland travel and mudslides and landslides can make roads impassable. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ethiopia— Customs note changed: from ~~Drones may not be brought into Ethiopia without prior authorization from the civil aviation authority — undeclared drones are confiscated at the airport.~~ to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ethiopia— Customs note changed: from ~~Exchange money only through banks and licensed bureaux and keep the receipts — street exchange is illegal.~~ to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ethiopia— Tip changed: from ~~Addis Ababa sits at about 2,355 m and the northern highlands are higher still. Take it easy for the first day or two and drink plenty of water.~~ to Canada's travel advice says Addis Ababa is about 2,500 m above sea level and that high-altitude illness may occur. Take it easy for the first day or two and drink plenty of water. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ethiopia— Tip changed: from ~~Ethiopia uses its own calendar (seven to eight years behind the Gregorian one) and counts the hours from dawn — always confirm whether a time or date is "Ethiopian" or "European" when booking.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ethiopia— Tip changed: from ~~Change money only at banks and licensed bureaux and keep every receipt. You will need them to convert leftover birr back, and unofficial exchange can land you in serious trouble.~~ to Change money only at banks or official foreign exchange offices and keep every receipt: the UK Foreign Office says that without one you are unlikely to be able to change leftover birr back, and Canada says black-market exchange is illegal. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ethiopia— FAQ changed: from A certificate is only demanded if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Vaccination is nonetheless widely recommended for travel outside Addis Ababa, along with routine travel vaccines. Check with a travel clinic. to A certificate is only demanded if you arrive from a country with risk of yellow fever transmission. Ask a travel clinic whether vaccination is advisable for your itinerary, along with routine travel vaccines. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Fiji— tapWaterSafe changed: from ~~true~~ to false (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Fiji— payments changed: from ~~…Once you reach the Yasawas, Lomaiviti or a village stay it turns cash-only…~~ to Cards accepted by most hotels, restaurants and shops; ATMs in main centres and some rural areas (Government of Canada). (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Fiji— bestTimeToVisit changed: from May to October is the dry season — lower humidity, clear water for diving and no cyclone risk. November to April is hotter and wetter, with the cyclone season running roughly November 1 to April 30; it is also cheaper and greener. to The Government of Canada says the rainy and cyclone season runs from November to April, and the UK Foreign Office notes that cyclones can occur throughout the year, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, flooding and landslides. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Fiji— customs.notes changed: from ["Biosecurity is taken seriously: declare all food, plant material, seeds, wooden items and used outdoor equipment — hiking boots and dive gear are inspected and may be cleaned before release.", "Bringing kava into Fiji is unrestricted in practice, but taking it out is limited by the rules of the country you are heading to — Australia and New Zealand both cap personal quantities.", "Firearms, ammunition and drone imports require prior approval; recreational drones also need clearance from the Civil Aviation Authority of Fiji for anything beyond casual use."] to ["The UK Foreign Office says Fiji customs has strict quarantine regulations: officers X-ray all luggage arriving at Nadi airport and confiscate most fresh foodstuffs, unless you are arriving from a country with a quarantine agreement with Fiji."] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Fiji— faq changed: from ~~No separate permit… many islands are cash-only, and the Lau group…~~ to (deleted) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Finland— Payments changed: from ~~Cards and contactless payments are accepted virtually everywhere in Finland, including buses, kiosks and market stalls. Many places are card-only, and cash is rarely needed.~~ to No official source we could read describes how widely cards are accepted in Finland. Canada's travel advice notes that the currency is the euro (EUR) and that EUR 10,000 or more must be declared to customs when entering or leaving the EU. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Finland— Best time to visit changed: from ~~June–August offers the midnight sun, lakeside cottages and warm city terraces; December–March is the season for Lapland, husky safaris and the northern lights.~~ to No official source we checked gives seasonal guidance for Finland; the months shown are not an official recommendation. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Finland— Customs notes changed: from ~~Duty-free from outside the EU: 200 cigarettes, 1 liter of spirits, goods up to €300 (€430 arriving by air/sea). | No limits on goods for personal use when arriving from another EU country.~~ to Arriving from outside the EU, the EU's Your Europe portal lists duty-free allowances of 200 cigarettes, 1 litre of spirits over 22% and other goods worth up to €300 (€430 for air and sea travellers). | Between EU countries, no further duty is due on goods for your own use once tax has been paid where you bought them, though EU countries may set indicative guideline quantities for tobacco and alcohol. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Finland— Tip changed: from ~~For Lapland in winter, pack for -20°C or colder — layered thermal clothing, insulated boots and a proper hat; tour operators often lend thermal suits, but everyday gear is your own responsibility.~~ to For Lapland in winter, pack layered thermal clothing, insulated boots and a proper hat. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Finland— Tip changed: from ~~Do not bother exchanging much cash — Finland is close to cashless, and some cafés and buses accept cards or mobile payments only.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Finland— FAQ changed: from The aurora season in Finnish Lapland runs roughly from late August to April, with the best odds on clear, dark nights between December and March away from city lights. No special permits are needed, just warm clothing. to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026France— Emergency numbers changed: from ~~{"general": "112", "police": "17", "ambulance": "15"}~~ to {"general": "112", "police": "17", "ambulance": "15", "fire": "18"} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026France— Payments changed: from ~~Cards and contactless payments are accepted almost everywhere, including bakeries and taxis. Some cafés apply a small card minimum, so a little cash is handy.~~ to No official source we checked describes card acceptance in France specifically. The European Central Bank's 2024 payments survey found that across the euro area 89% of in-store transactions were, or could have been, paid without cash, and 95% could be paid in cash. (ecb.europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026France— Best time to visit changed: from ~~April–June and September–October offer mild weather and thinner crowds; July–August is peak season, and many Paris businesses close in August while the coast fills up.~~ to No official source we checked gives seasonal guidance for France; the months shown are not an official recommendation. The UK government says there is a high risk of wildfires in the summer season from April to October. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026France— Customs notes changed: from ~~Duty-free from outside the EU: 200 cigarettes, 1 liter of spirits, goods up to €300 (€430 arriving by air/sea). | No limits on goods for personal use when arriving from another EU country.~~ to Duty-free from outside the EU: 200 cigarettes, 1 liter of spirits, goods up to €300 (€430 arriving by air/sea). | Goods for your own use bought in another EU country carry no further duty. Above the EU guide levels (for example 800 cigarettes or 10 litres of spirits), customs may ask you to show they are for personal use. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026France— Tip changed: from ~~Pickpocketing and distraction scams (petitions, gold rings, friendship bracelets) are common on the Paris metro and around major sights. Keep valuables zipped away.~~ to The UK government says thieves and pickpockets operate on the Paris Métro, on RER lines and at mainline stations, sometimes in gangs where one person distracts you. Keep your passport, cards and valuables in separate bags or pockets. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026France— Tip changed: from ~~Transport strikes (grèves) periodically disrupt trains, the metro and flights. Check SNCF and airport status before travel days and build in slack.~~ to Canada's travel advice says strikes occur regularly, particularly in transport, and Australia's Smartraveller says they can affect trains and flights. Check the status of your trains and flights before travel days and build in slack. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Gabon— emergency changed: from ~~{"police": "177", "fire": "18"}~~ to {"police": "177"} (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Gabon— payments.text changed: from ~~Cards are accepted at larger hotels and supermarkets in Libreville and Port-Gentil, but Gabon is overwhelmingly a cash economy. Carry CFA francs, especially outside the main cities.~~ to Canada's travel advice says credit cards are accepted only in Libreville's large hotels, restaurants and supermarkets, that ATMs are available but cash withdrawals are limited, and to use cash for all transactions if possible. Euros and US dollars are widely accepted, though high exchange charges may apply. The UK government's travel advice says credit cards are not widely accepted except at hotels. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Gabon— bestTimeToVisit changed: from ~~{"months": [5, 6, 7, 8, 9], "text": "The long dry season from late May to September is the best window for Loango and the national parks — cooler, drier and with easier road access."}~~ to {"months": [6, 7, 8, 9], "text": "Canada's travel advice says Gabon's rainy seasons run from October to mid-December and from mid-February to May, when some roads outside urban areas may be impassable. No official source we could read names a best time to visit."} (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Gabon— customs.notes changed: from Exporting ivory, wildlife trophies or protected animal and plant products is prohibited without CITES permits. | Large amounts of CFA franc cash are subject to BEAC currency-control rules. Declare significant sums on arrival and departure. to The UK government's travel advice says there are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Gabon, and that you must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Gabon— tips changed: from ~~The yellow fever certificate is checked on arrival — travelers without a valid yellow card can be refused entry or vaccinated on the spot.~~ to You must have a certificate proving yellow fever vaccination to enter Gabon, according to the UK government's travel advice. Carry it with your passport. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Gabon— tips changed: from ~~Withdraw CFA francs in Libreville before traveling — ATMs are scarce and unreliable outside the capital and Port-Gentil, and cards are rarely accepted upcountry.~~ to Canada's travel advice says credit cards are accepted only in Libreville's large hotels, restaurants and supermarkets, and that ATMs are available but cash withdrawals are limited — so use cash for transactions where you can. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Gabon— tips changed: from ~~Visits to Loango, Lopé and other national parks need advance planning — internal flights, boats and park guides are limited and best booked through a lodge or operator.~~ to (deleted) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Gabon— tips changed: from ~~Avoid photographing government buildings, the port, airports and anything military. It can lead to questioning or confiscation of your camera.~~ to Photography of government and military buildings and airports is illegal in Gabon and may lead to arrest, according to the UK government's travel advice. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Gabon— faq changed: from The Central African CFA franc (XAF), shared with Cameroon, Congo, Chad, the Central African Republic and Equatorial Guinea. Cash dominates outside the biggest hotels, so carry francs — euros are the easiest currency to exchange. to The Central African CFA franc (XAF). Canada's travel advice says euros and US dollars are widely accepted, though high exchange charges may apply, and that credit cards are accepted only in Libreville's large hotels, restaurants and supermarkets. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Gambia— Languages changed: from ~~English, Mandinka, Wolof, Fula~~ to English (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Gambia— Best time to visit changed: from ~~[11, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4]~~ to [11, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Georgia— Tap water safe to drink changed: from ~~true~~ to false (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Georgia— Customs note changed: from ~~Duty-free allowance: 200 cigarettes and 4 liters of alcoholic beverages per adult.~~ to The Revenue Service of Georgia allows travellers aged 18 or over to bring in duty-free, once per 30 days: 200 cigarettes (or 50 cigars, 50 cigarillos or 250 g of other tobacco), and 1 litre of drinks of 22% or more (or 2 litres under 22%) plus 4 litres of wine. (rs.ge )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Georgia— Customs note changed: from ~~Medicines for personal use are fine in reasonable quantities; strong opioid painkillers require documentation.~~ to The UK FCDO says Georgia has a very strict anti-drugs policy that covers some medicines: non-prescription medicines containing codeine are illegal, and prescription medicine must travel with a doctor's prescription and in its original packaging. Check a specific medicine with the Revenue Service of Georgia or a Georgian embassy. (rs.ge )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Georgia— Tip changed: from Never enter Abkhazia or South Ossetia from the Russian side — entering Georgia through these occupied regions is a criminal offense under Georgian law and can mean fines or imprisonment when you cross into government-controlled territory. Approaching the boundary lines is also risky. to The UK FCDO says it is illegal under Georgian law to enter Georgia from Russia through South Ossetia or Abkhazia, with heavy fines or up to 4 years in prison. It advises against all travel to both regions and all but essential travel next to their boundary lines, which are generally unmarked. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Georgia— Tip changed: from Georgia is the world's oldest wine region — 8,000 vintages of qvevri (clay-vessel) winemaking, UNESCO-listed. Base yourself in Sighnaghi or Telavi for the Kakheti wine route, and try amber (skin-contact) wines at family wineries. to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Georgia— Tip changed: from Mountain roads to Kazbegi, Svaneti and especially Tusheti (the Abano Pass) are narrow, unpaved in stretches and weather-dependent. Hire a local 4x4 driver rather than self-driving, and expect closures outside June–October. to The UK FCDO warns that roads outside city centres are often badly lit and poor, and that heavy rain, flooding and snow at higher altitudes can make travel difficult or impossible in remote areas. Make sure your vehicle is suitable for off-road driving and check weather conditions locally. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Georgia— Tip changed: from ~~Tap water is safe to drink in Tbilisi and most towns. It comes from mountain sources; in remote villages or after heavy rain, bottled water is a sensible fallback.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Georgia— FAQ answer changed: from A full 365 days per entry for the roughly 90 nationalities on the visa-free list, including the US, UK, all EU states, Canada, Australia, Japan, Ukraine, Turkey and Russia. It is one of the most generous visa-free allowances in the world, which is why Georgia is popular with remote workers. to A full 365 days per entry for the roughly 90 nationalities on the visa-free list, including the US, UK, all EU states, Canada, Australia, Japan, Ukraine, Turkey and Russia. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Georgia— FAQ answer changed: from Yes. Holders of a valid visa or residence permit issued by the US, UK, EU/Schengen states, GCC countries and several others can enter Georgia without a Georgian visa and stay for 90 days within any 180-day period — a route widely used by travelers from India, the Philippines and Pakistan. to Yes. Holders of a valid visa or residence permit issued by the US, UK, EU/Schengen states, GCC countries and several others can enter Georgia without a Georgian visa and stay for 90 days within any 180-day period. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Georgia— FAQ answer changed: from Both regions are Russian-occupied and outside Georgian government control; most governments advise against all travel there and consular help is unavailable. Crucially, entering them from the Russian side is a criminal offense under Georgian law — if you later cross into Georgia proper you risk fines or imprisonment. to The UK FCDO advises against all travel to the Russian-occupied regions of Abkhazia and South Ossetia and says consular support is not available there. It also says entering Georgia from Russia through either region is illegal under Georgian law, with heavy fines or up to 4 years in prison. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Germany— Payments changed: from ~~Cash still king in many bakeries, kiosks and small restaurants; some take girocard but not foreign credit cards~~ to No official description of card acceptance (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Germany— Travel tip changed: from ~~Carry cash — plenty of small shops, bakeries and restaurants are cash-only or accept only German girocard, not foreign credit cards.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Germany— Travel tip changed: from ~~Nearly all shops and supermarkets close on Sundays (Sonntagsruhe) — stock up on Saturday; only bakeries (mornings), gas stations and station shops stay open.~~ to (removed) (gesetze-im-internet.de )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Germany— Travel tip changed: from ~~Bottles and cans carry a deposit (Pfand) of €0.08–0.25 — return them to supermarket machines to get it back.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ghana— Best time to visit changed: from ~~[11, 12, 1, 2, 3]~~ to [12, 1, 2] (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ghana— Customs notes changed: from ~~Drones may not be brought into Ghana without prior authorization from the civil aviation authority — undeclared drones are held at the airport.~~ to (removed) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Greece— emergency changed: from ~~{"general": "112", "police": "100"}~~ to {"general": "112", "ambulance": "166"} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Greece— tapWaterSafe changed: from ~~safe~~ to not stated (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Greece— payments changed: from ~~Cards are widely accepted in cities and tourist areas, but small tavernas, kiosks and businesses on smaller islands often prefer cash. Carry euros, especially outside the main resorts.~~ to No official source we could read describes card acceptance in Greece. Canada's travel advice says ATMs may not be easily available in remote areas or may run out of cash, so carry some money if you plan to visit small islands and remote regions. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Greece— bestTimeToVisit changed: from May–June and September–October offer warm seas and open island infrastructure without the July–August heat, crowds and peak ferry prices; Athens and the mainland are pleasant even in early spring and late fall. to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Greece. The UK Foreign Office says there is a high risk of wildfires during the summer season, from April to October. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Greece— customs.notes changed: from ~~["Duty-free from outside the EU: 200 cigarettes, 1 liter of spirits, goods up to €300 (€430 arriving by air/sea).", "No limits on goods for personal use when arriving from another EU country."]~~ to ["Arriving from outside the EU, the EU's Your Europe portal gives a duty-free allowance of 4 litres of still wine and 16 litres of beer, plus 1 litre of spirits over 22% (or 2 litres of fortified or sparkling wine); 200 cigarettes (or 250 g of tobacco) by air, but Greece applies the lower limit of 40 cigarettes (or 50 g of tobacco) to travellers arriving by land or sea; and other goods worth up to €300, or €430 by air or sea. Under-17s get no alcohol or tobacco allowance.", "Between EU countries there is no fixed limit on goods for your own use, but Greece may set guideline quantities for alcohol and tobacco, which cannot be lower than 800 cigarettes or 10 litres of spirits.", "The UK Foreign Office says you cannot take meat, milk or products containing them into the EU, with some exceptions such as powdered baby milk and medically required foods."] (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Greece— tips changed: from ~~Tap water is safe in Athens, Thessaloniki and most of the mainland, but on many islands … desalinated or brackish~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Greece— tips changed: from ~~Island ferries are weather-dependent and can be canceled at short notice …~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Greece— tips changed: from ~~Smaller islands have few ATMs and they can run dry in peak season …~~ to Canada ATM advice (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Emergency numbers changed: from ~~general: 911 · police: 911 · ambulance: 434~~ to police: 911 · fire: 911 · ambulance: 434 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Tap water changed: from ~~safe to drink~~ to not for drinking (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Payments changed: from Hotels, restaurants and the larger supermarkets in St George's and Grand Anse take cards. Local buses, market vendors, beach vendors and small rum shops are cash-only. US dollars are accepted almost everywhere, but change usually comes back in EC dollars. to Canada's travel advice says the US dollar is accepted alongside the Eastern Caribbean dollar and that ATMs are available throughout Grenada, but only at banks. No official source we could read describes card acceptance. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Best time to visit changed: from ~~January to April is the dry season, with reliable sun and calm Caribbean-coast seas. August brings Spicemas carnival in the middle of the wetter months, and hurricane season runs June to November.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the Atlantic and Caribbean hurricane season runs from early June to the end of November. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Currency changed: from ~~East Caribbean dollar ($)~~ to East Caribbean dollar (EC$) (archive.stlucia.gov.lc )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Customs note changed: from ~~Firearms and ammunition may not be brought in without a permit issued in advance — even a single stray round found in luggage is treated as a criminal matter.~~ to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Customs note changed: from ~~Camouflage-patterned clothing is restricted across much of the eastern Caribbean and can be confiscated on arrival; leave it at home.~~ to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Customs note changed: from ~~Fresh produce, plants, seeds and meat are controlled to protect Grenada's spice and agricultural industry. Declare anything of the sort.~~ to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Customs note changed: from ~~Penalties for drug offenses are severe and apply to visitors exactly as they do to residents.~~ to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Tip changed: from Hurricane season runs June to November, peaking in August and September. Grenada sits at the southern edge of the usual storm track but is not immune — Hurricane Beryl devastated Carriacou and Petite Martinique in 2024. Insurance covering storm disruption is worth having. to Canada's travel advice says hurricane season runs from early June to the end of November. The UK Foreign Office says Hurricane Beryl made landfall on Carriacou and Petite Martinique in July 2024 and that tourist infrastructure there is still reduced while rebuilding continues. Insurance covering storm disruption is worth having. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Tip changed: from Driving is on the left and visitors need a Grenadian temporary driving permit, bought through the police or your rental company on presentation of your home license. Renting without one invalidates your cover. to Traffic drives on the left. Canada's travel advice says you need a local driver's licence, which you can buy from a car rental agency or the central police station in St George's by showing your home licence. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Tip changed: from The East Caribbean dollar is pegged to the US dollar at about EC$2.70 to US$1. US notes are accepted widely, but you will normally get change in EC dollars at that rate, so paying in US cash for small items is rarely a bargain. to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Tip changed: from An airport departure tax and security fee applies when leaving Grenada. It is normally bundled into the ticket price, but confirm with your airline rather than assuming you will not be asked at check-in. to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— Tip changed: from Grenada runs a citizenship-by-investment program. If you hold a Grenadian passport obtained that way, expect closer scrutiny when applying for visas elsewhere. The EU in particular has tightened its treatment of Caribbean CBI passports, and visa-free arrangements have been reviewed. to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Grenada— FAQ changed: from Not on its own. You need a Grenadian temporary driving permit, issued on the spot by the police or your rental company against a valid home license. Driving is on the left, roads are narrow and steep, and goats are a genuine hazard. to Not on its own. Canada's travel advice says you need a local driver's licence, which you can buy from a car rental agency or the central police station in St George's by showing your valid home licence. Traffic drives on the left. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guatemala— emergency changed: from ~~{"police": "110", "ambulance": "123", "tourist-assistance": "1500"}~~ to {"police": "110", "ambulance": "123", "fire": "122", "tourist-assistance": "1500"} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guatemala— languages changed: from ~~["Spanish", "Mayan languages"]~~ to ["Spanish"] (cc.gob.gt )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guatemala— payments.cardsAccepted changed: from ~~widely-in-cities~~ to limited (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guatemala— customs.notes changed: from ~~Pre-Columbian artefacts are national heritage — buying, possessing or exporting them is a crime.~~ to The Government of Canada notes that customs authorities may enforce strict regulations on the import or export of items such as antiquities and artefacts; the UK Foreign Office says you must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guatemala— faq changed: from ~~Cards work in cities and better hotels, but much of the country is cash-only…~~ to (rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea-Bissau— Emergency numbers changed: from ~~{"police": "117"}~~ to {"police": "117", "ambulance": "119", "fire": "118"} (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea-Bissau— Payments changed: from ~~Guinea-Bissau is a cash economy. Cards are accepted at only one or two Bissau hotels and reliable ATMs are scarce. Bring euros in cash to exchange; the CFA franc is pegged to the euro.~~ to The UK government describes Guinea-Bissau as a cash-based economy where credit cards are rarely used and there are not many ATMs; Canada's travel advice says there are no ATMs. Canada adds that foreign currency can be brought in without limit if declared on arrival, and that taking it out is limited to the amount declared. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea-Bissau— Best time to visit (months) changed: from ~~11, 12, 1, 2, 3, 4~~ to 12, 1, 2, 3, 4 (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea-Bissau— Best time to visit changed: from ~~November to April is the dry season — the best window for Bissau and boat trips to the Bijagós archipelago; heavy rains from June to October cut off much of the country.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the dry season lasts from December to April and the rainy season from May to November, with high humidity from July to September; the UK government gives June to October for the rains. No official source names a best season; the months shown are the dry season. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea-Bissau— Tip changed: from ~~The Bijagós islands — the country's main draw — are reached by boat from Bissau; services are informal and weather-dependent, so build slack into your itinerary.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the Bijagós Islands are reached by chartered air services or by boat, that tour operators organise boat trips, and that pirogues should be avoided because they are unsafe. Build slack into your itinerary. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea-Bissau— Tip changed: from ~~Bring all the money you need as cash, ideally euros. The CFA franc is pegged to the euro and exchange in Bissau is straightforward, while ATMs and card payments cannot be relied on.~~ to Bring the cash you need: the UK government says credit cards are rarely used and there are not many ATMs, and Canada says there are none. Canada also says local currency may not be imported or exported, while foreign currency must be declared on arrival. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea-Bissau— Tip changed: from ~~Guinea-Bissau has a long history of coups and political crises. Avoid protests, checkpoints arguments and the areas around government and military buildings, and monitor the news during your stay.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the army seized power on 26 November 2025, after the presidential election, and formed a transitional government. The UK government advises avoiding sensitive areas such as military installations and government buildings and following local authorities during any unrest. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea-Bissau— FAQ changed: from Day-to-day crime against visitors is low, but the country is politically fragile with a history of coup attempts. Most trips — especially to the Bijagós islands — are trouble-free; avoid demonstrations and check your government's travel advice before booking. to Canada's travel advice says to exercise a high degree of caution because of high crime rates and weak state infrastructure, and that the army seized power on 26 November 2025. Petty crime is common at the airport, in markets and at public gatherings, and demonstrations can turn violent. Check your government's travel advice before booking. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea-Bissau— FAQ changed: from ~~Effectively no. Bring cash — ideally euros, which exchange easily into the euro-pegged CFA franc. Cards work at only a couple of hotels in Bissau and ATMs are few and unreliable.~~ to Effectively no. The UK government says Guinea-Bissau is a cash-based economy where credit cards are rarely used and there are not many ATMs, and Canada says there are no ATMs at all. Bring the cash you need and declare foreign currency on arrival. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea— Emergency numbers changed: from ~~police 117~~ to police 122 · fire 1717 (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea— Payments changed: from ~~Guinea runs on cash. Cards are accepted only at a handful of Conakry hotels and ATMs are unreliable. Bring euros or US dollars to exchange, and expect to carry large bundles of francs.~~ to The UK government says credit cards are not widely used in Guinea and obtaining hard currency is very difficult; a few ATMs in Conakry accept foreign cards but give only small amounts and are unreliable. Canada's travel advice describes a cash-based economy, and exchanging money on the street is illegal. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea— Best time to visit changed: from ~~November to April is the dry season and the practical window for travel. The Fouta Djallon highlands are at their best; the June–October rains make many roads impassable.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the rainy season runs from May to September, when seasonal flooding can make roads impassable. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea— Tip changed: from ~~Avoid demonstrations and large gatherings, especially in Conakry — protests linked to the post-2021 political transition can turn violent at short notice.~~ to Avoid demonstrations and large gatherings, especially in Conakry. Australia's Smartraveller reports heightened political and social tensions in the capital and other towns, and says the situation may deteriorate without warning. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea— Tip changed: from ~~Your yellow fever certificate is checked on arrival — travelers without one can be vaccinated on the spot at a fee or turned back.~~ to Carry your yellow fever certificate with your passport: Guinea requires it of all arriving travellers. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea— Tip changed: from ~~Plan your money before arrival: bring clean euro or dollar notes, change what you need in Conakry, and do not count on ATMs working outside the capital.~~ to Plan your money before arrival. The UK government says hard currency is very difficult to obtain, the few ATMs in Conakry that take foreign cards are unreliable, and changing money on the street is illegal. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guinea— FAQ changed: from Guinea is calm across most of the country but politically volatile. A military government has been in power since 2021, and demonstrations in Conakry can turn violent. Most visits are trouble-free with sensible precautions; check your government's travel advice before booking. to Check your government's travel advice before booking. Australia's Smartraveller reports heightened political and social tensions, including in Conakry, that may deteriorate without warning, and Canada's travel advice says to avoid areas where demonstrations and large gatherings take place. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guyana— emergency changed: from ~~{"general": "911", "police": "911", "fire": "912", "ambulance": "913"}~~ to {"police": "911", "fire": "912", "ambulance": "913"} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guyana— languages changed: from ~~["English", "Guyanese Creole"]~~ to ["English"] (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guyana— payments.text changed: from Cards work in Georgetown's larger hotels, supermarkets and the oil-sector business district, but almost nowhere else, and foreign cards are frequently declined. Bring US dollars in cash to change at a licensed cambio, and carry small Guyanese notes for taxis, minibuses and the interior, where there are no ATMs at all. to Canada's travel advice says only major hotels accept credit cards, that there are a few ATMs that accept international bank cards, and that the US dollar is widely accepted. It advises carrying enough cash for anticipated expenses and exchanging foreign currency only at banks, hotels and established exchange bureaus (cambios). (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)