Data updates: October 2026

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Oct 4, 2026Guyana— bestTimeToVisit changed: from {"months": [2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11], "text": "Guyana has two dry seasons — mid-February to April and mid-August to November. The later one gives the best flying weather for Kaieteur Falls and the driest tracks in the Rupununi savannah; the long May–July rains flood the interior."} to {"months": [2, 3, 4, 8, 9, 10], "text": "Canada's travel advice says Guyana has two rainy seasons, from May to July and from November to January, but that flooding occurs year round and can hamper overland travel, particularly in coastal areas. No official source we could read names a best time to visit."} (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guyana— customs.notes changed: from Firearms, ammunition and camouflage-pattern clothing are restricted. Leave them at home. | Gold and raw diamonds cannot simply be carried out: exporting them requires a license from the Guyana Gold Board or the Geology and Mines Commission. | Fresh produce, plants and untreated wildlife products are controlled. Declare anything of the sort rather than risk a fine. to Canada's travel advice says importing or exporting restricted items, including firearms and ammunition, without the proper permits may result in heavy fines and prison sentences. | The UK government's travel advice says there are strict rules about goods you can take into or out of Guyana, and that you must declare anything that may be prohibited or subject to tax or duty. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guyana— tips changed: from Guyana drives on the left, roads outside the coastal strip are unpaved, and night driving is genuinely dangerous — unlit vehicles, livestock and deep potholes. Hire a driver rather than self-driving if you are heading inland. to Vehicles drive on the left in Guyana. Canada's travel advice says road conditions and road safety are poor throughout the country, roads are poorly lit, and roaming livestock are a hazard; it advises avoiding driving at night. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guyana— tips changed: from This is a cash economy. Change US dollars at a licensed cambio (never on the street), take enough Guyanese dollars for the whole interior leg before you fly out of Ogle, and expect to be quoted large numbers — G$1,000 is only a few US dollars. to Canada's travel advice says to carry enough cash for your anticipated expenses, to exchange foreign currency only at banks, hotels and established exchange bureaus (cambios), and that only major hotels accept credit cards. The UK government's travel advice says to go inside the exchange office or shop rather than change money on the street. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guyana— tips changed: from Kaieteur Falls, the Rupununi and most eco-lodges are reached by small aircraft from Eugene F. Correia (Ogle) airport, not the main international airport. Baggage allowances are strict — often around 20 lb (9 kg) — and flights are weather-dependent, so leave a buffer day before an international connection. to (deleted) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guyana— tips changed: from Even visa-free visitors are given a specific number of days by the officer at the desk — often 30 rather than the full allowance. Check the stamp before you leave the counter and apply to the Central Immigration and Passport Office in Georgetown if you need longer; overstaying brings fines and delays at departure. to The UK government's travel advice says visitors can normally stay for 30 days and can apply to Guyana's immigration support services for one-month extensions. Overstaying can lead to arrest, a one-year prison sentence, a fine of up to 50,000 Guyana dollars and deportation at your own expense. Canada's travel advice says to make sure your passport is stamped on arrival. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guyana— tips changed: from Carry your yellow fever certificate with your passport. It is checked if you arrive from a risk country, and Brazil, Suriname and several onward destinations ask for it from travelers who have been in Guyana. to Carry your yellow fever certificate with your passport: you must show it if you arrive from a country with a risk of yellow fever transmission, and Canada's travel advice notes there is a risk of yellow fever in Guyana itself. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guyana— faq changed: from Only if you are arriving from, or have spent more than 4 hours transiting through the airport of, a country with risk of yellow fever transmission — then a certificate is required from age 1. Guyana itself is a risk country, so vaccination is recommended for everyone, and you will be asked for the certificate when traveling on to Brazil or Suriname. to Only if you are arriving from, or have spent more than 4 hours transiting through the airport of, a country with risk of yellow fever transmission — then a certificate is required from age 1. Canada's travel advice notes that there is a risk of yellow fever in Guyana itself. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Guyana— faq changed: from Guyana rewards care rather than nerve. Violent and armed robbery is a real risk in parts of Georgetown, so avoid walking after dark, use booked taxis, and keep valuables out of sight. The interior — Kaieteur, Iwokrama, the Rupununi — is very safe from crime but genuinely remote, with limited medical help, so travel with an established operator and insurance that covers evacuation. to The UK government's travel advice says attacks and muggings, sometimes with knives or firearms, occur in broad daylight but are more common at night, and names Stabroek Market, Tiger Bay, Albouystown and Sophia in Georgetown among the areas affected; it recommends taxis from reputable companies booked in advance. Canada's travel advice says travel to the interior is not safe because of low police presence, and the FCDO says medical facilities are very limited, even in Georgetown. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Haiti— Emergency numbers changed: from ~~general 114, police 114, ambulance 116~~ to general 114, ambulance 116 (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Haiti— Best time to visit changed: from ~~[12, 1, 2, 3]~~ to [12, 1, 2, 3] (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Haiti— Customs note changed: from ~~Firearms and ammunition are strictly prohibited. Travelers have been arrested at Port-au-Prince over a handful of forgotten rounds in a bag. Check your luggage before you fly.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Haiti— Customs note changed: from ~~Drones and satellite communication equipment can be seized without prior authorization.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Honduras— cardsAccepted changed: from ~~widely-in-cities~~ to limited (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Honduras— Customs note changed: from ~~Taking coral, shells or other marine products from the Bay Islands is prohibited.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Honduras— Customs note changed: from ~~Pre-Columbian artefacts may not be exported.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Honduras— Tip changed: from ~~Roatán and Utila are among the cheapest places in the world to learn to dive. Book insurance that covers diving — Roatán has a hyperbaric chamber, but treatment is expensive without cover.~~ to If you dive in the Bay Islands, the UK FCDO says there is a hyperbaric (recompression) chamber on Roatán and recompression facilities on Utila, but that emergency medical facilities on the islands are extremely limited — make sure your insurance covers diving. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Honduras— Tip changed: from ~~Tegucigalpa and San Pedro Sula have serious street crime. Use radio taxis or app rides rather than hailing cabs, avoid public buses, and don't walk with phones or jewellery on show.~~ to The UK FCDO advises avoiding walking around Tegucigalpa, San Pedro Sula and other mainland cities, using radio-dispatched or hotel taxis for short distances, considering alternatives to public buses, and not displaying phones, jewellery or other valuables. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Honduras— FAQ answer changed: from The headline crime statistics are among the region's worst, but they are concentrated in the big cities — the Bay Islands and Copán see steady tourism with mostly petty incidents. Fly or use tourist shuttles between destinations, avoid night road travel, and use radio taxis in cities. to Take care. The UK FCDO says Honduras has one of the highest violent crime rates in Latin America; most serious crime does not affect tourists, but incidents can happen anywhere, including tourist areas. It describes the Bay Islands as generally safer than the mainland, and Canada advises against non-essential travel to some areas, including Copán Ruinas. Both advise against road travel at night. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Honduras— FAQ answer changed: from Usually yes. The Bay Islands price much of their tourism in US dollars and accept them readily, though change often comes in lempiras. On the mainland, stick to lempiras in cash outside hotels and malls. to The UK FCDO says US dollars are widely accepted for exchange and payment in Honduras, and that British pounds are difficult to exchange. It advises checking with your hotel which ATMs to use, especially on Roatán. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Honduras— Languages changed: from ~~Spanish, English (Bay Islands)~~ to Spanish (se.gob.hn )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Hong Kong— Languages changed: from ~~Cantonese, English, Mandarin~~ to Chinese, English (basiclaw.gov.hk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Hong Kong— Payments changed: from ~~Contactless cards and Octopus cover transport and most shops; some taxis cash-only~~ to No official description of card acceptance (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Hong Kong— Travel tip changed: from ~~Buy an Octopus card (or add it to your phone wallet) on arrival. It works on almost all transport plus convenience stores, and tourist versions can be refunded when you leave.~~ to (removed) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Hungary— Tap water changed: from ~~safe to drink~~ to no official source says it is safe (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Hungary— Payments changed: from ~~cards widely, cash low~~ to cards limited, cash low (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Hungary— Customs notes changed: from ~~Full border checks apply when crossing to and from Serbia and Ukraine. These are external Schengen borders.~~ to (removed) (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Hungary— 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).~~ 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 (or 2 litres of fortified or sparkling wine), and other goods worth up to €300 (€430 by air or sea). Tobacco limits depend on the country, and travellers under 17 get no alcohol or tobacco allowance. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Hungary— Customs notes changed: from ~~No limits on goods for personal use when arriving from another EU country.~~ to Between EU countries, alcohol and tobacco bought with tax paid, for your own use and not for resale, owe no further tax, according to the EU's Your Europe portal. (europa.eu )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Hungary— Tip changed: from In Budapest use only official yellow taxis with a company logo and fixed government tariff, or apps like Bolt and Főtaxi — freelance taxis hailed near sights and clubs are known for heavy overcharging. to (removed) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Hungary— Tip changed: from At thermal baths (Széchenyi, Gellért, Rudas) bring a swimsuit, towel and flip-flops; a swim cap is required only in swimming-lap pools. Lockers and cabins are included or rentable. Book popular baths online in high season. to (removed) (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iceland— tapWaterSafe changed: from ~~safe~~ to not stated (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iceland— payments changed: from ~~Iceland is effectively cashless. Cards and contactless payments are accepted everywhere, from fuel pumps and buses to remote guesthouses. There is no need to withdraw krónur for a normal visit.~~ to No official source we could read describes card acceptance in Iceland. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iceland— bestTimeToVisit changed: from June–August brings the midnight sun, open highland roads and the best hiking; September and February–March offer good northern-lights odds with milder crowds — winter travel needs flexible plans around storms. to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Iceland. Canada's travel advice says roads in the highlands and other remote areas are open only in summer, and that winter tires are mandatory between November and April. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iceland— customs.notes changed: from ["Strict biosecurity rules: raw meat and unpasteurised dairy from outside the EEA may not be brought in, and used riding, angling and hunting gear must be disinfected and certified before arrival.", "Alcohol allowances are limited and strictly enforced. Many arrivals use the duty-free store in Keflavík airport, where prices are far below city retail."] to ["Iceland Revenue and Customs says visitors may bring in duty-free up to 10 kg of food worth no more than ISK 25,000, but no meat or dairy products from outside the European Economic Area.", "The duty-free alcohol allowance is a set of combinations, for example 1 litre of spirits, 0.75 litre of wine and 3 litres of beer, or 18 litres of beer; the tobacco allowance is 200 cigarettes or 250 g of other tobacco. You must be 20 to bring in alcohol and 18 for tobacco.", "Angling gear and riding clothing used abroad must be disinfected, with a certificate from an authorised veterinary officer or at your own cost on arrival; used leather riding gear such as saddles and bridles may not be imported."] (skatturinn.is )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iceland— tips changed: from ~~Weather can turn dangerous within hours … never drive marked F-roads without a suitable 4x4 …~~ to FCDO / Canada road advice (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iceland— tips changed: from ~~Gravel chips, sandstorms and wind-torn car doors are the classic rental-car claims …~~ to FCDO weather-damage warning (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iceland— tips changed: from ~~Iceland is expensive — self-catering from Bónus or Krónan … tap (it is excellent) … duty-free~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iceland— tips changed: from ~~Do not exchange money before arrival — every payment … is card or app based~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iceland— faq changed: from ~~Main roads are kept open but storms close them at short notice …~~ to Canada winter-driving advice (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026India— Emergency numbers changed: from ~~general: 112 · police: 100 · ambulance: 102~~ to general: 112 · police: 100 · ambulance: 102 · fire: 101 (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026India— Payments changed: from ~~Cards work in hotels, malls and city restaurants; small shops, rickshaws and rural areas are cash-first. UPI dominates local payments — foreign visitors can register for UPI with some providers.~~ to Canada's travel advice says non-residents are prohibited from importing or exporting Indian rupees. No official source we could read describes card acceptance. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026India— Best time to visit changed: from ~~October to March is dry and comfortable across most of the country; the Himalayan north is best May–September.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the monsoon season runs from June to September, when heavy rain can cause flooding and landslides across the country. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026India— Customs note changed: from ~~Satellite phones are prohibited without a license; drones require prior permission.~~ to (removed or rewritten) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026India— Tip changed: from ~~Some regions (parts of the northeast, Andaman & Nicobar tribal areas, border zones) require special permits beyond your visa.~~ to Canada's travel advice says special permits are required to visit parts of India designated as restricted or protected areas; India's Bureau of Immigration lists them. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026India— Tip changed: from ~~Drink only bottled or purified water and ease into street food — stomach upsets are the most common traveler ailment.~~ to Canada's travel advice says travellers' diarrhoea is the most common illness affecting travellers. Its rule of thumb: boil it, cook it, peel it, or leave it. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Indonesia— emergency changed: from ~~{"general": "112", "police": "110", "ambulance": "119", "fire": "113"}~~ to {"police": "110", "ambulance": "118", "fire": "112"} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Indonesia— payments.text changed: from Cards are fine in city hotels, malls and tourist restaurants; markets, warungs, ferries and rural areas run on cash. The local QRIS QR standard is spreading fast but usually needs an Indonesian payment app. to The Government of Canada says credit cards are not widely accepted outside large urban centres and tourist areas, and advises carrying cash when visiting remote areas. The UK Foreign Office warns that credit card fraud is common and advises using only licensed money changers, identified by a Bank Indonesia logo and a QR code. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Indonesia— bestTimeToVisit.text changed: from ~~May to September is the dry season across Java, Bali and most of the archipelago — the best window for beaches, diving and volcano hikes.~~ to The UK Foreign Office says the rainy season usually runs from October to March, but in Eastern Indonesia the wet season usually runs from April to August; wildfires and smoke haze are worst in the dry season, usually April to September. The Government of Canada notes that heavy rain is common throughout the year. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Indonesia— customs.notes changed: from ~~Duty-free allowance: 200 cigarettes and 1 liter of alcohol per adult; excess alcohol is confiscated.~~ to Indonesian customs allows each passenger personal goods worth up to USD 500 duty-free; each adult may also bring at most 200 cigarettes, 25 cigars or 100 g of tobacco, and 1 liter of alcoholic drink. Excess excise goods are destroyed by officers. (beacukai.go.id )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Indonesia— customs.notes changed: from ~~Narcotics offenses carry the death penalty. Some prescription drugs (including codeine and sleeping pills) need documentation.~~ to The UK Foreign Office warns that possessing, using, making or trafficking illegal drugs can bring long prison sentences or the death penalty, and that all cannabis products, including CBD, are illegal. The Government of Canada notes that medicines containing morphine or codeine are controlled substances in Indonesia and cannot be brought in without prior permission from the Ministry of Health. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iran— Emergency numbers changed: from ~~police 110 · ambulance 115~~ to police 110 · ambulance 115 · fire 125 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iran— Tap water changed: from ~~safe to drink~~ to not for drinking (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iran— Payments changed: from Foreign bank cards do not work in Iran because of sanctions. Bring everything you need in cash (euros or US dollars) and exchange gradually, or load a prepaid local tourist card. Prices are often quoted in tomans: 1 toman = 10 rials. to Canada's travel advice says Iran's economy is exclusively cash-based: credit cards are not accepted and ATMs serve only local bank accounts. The UK government adds that non-Iranian debit cards will not work, that changing money on the street is illegal, and that euros and US dollars are more commonly accepted at exchange offices than pounds sterling. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iran— Best time to visit changed: from ~~Spring (March–May) and fall (September–November) are ideal for Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz and Yazd; summers are fiercely hot in the center and south.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the weather is very dry and hot from May to October, when dust storms can occur, and that the rainy season runs from November to March, sometimes with flash flooding. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iran— Customs notes changed: from Alcohol is illegal in Iran and may not be imported under any circumstances. | Drones and satellite communication devices are confiscated and can lead to arrest. Leave them at home. | Any evidence of travel to Israel in your passport will lead to refusal of entry. to The UK government says it is illegal to import, sell, manufacture or drink alcohol in Iran, and that importing pork products is illegal. | The UK government says you need permission from the Iranian authorities to import or use drones or satellite phones; using them without permission is illegal and can lead to arrest. | Canada's travel advice says travellers have been denied entry because their passports bore an Israeli visa or border stamp, or an Egyptian or Jordanian stamp from a crossing on the border with Israel. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iran— Tip changed: from Women, including foreign visitors, are legally required to cover their hair with a headscarf in public and to wear loose clothing covering arms and legs; men should avoid shorts. Enforcement varies, but the law applies from the moment you board an Iran-bound flight. to The UK government says Islamic dress codes are strictly enforced: in public, women must cover their heads with a headscarf and wear trousers or a floor-length skirt with a long-sleeved tunic or coat reaching mid-thigh or knee, and men should wear long trousers and long-sleeved shirts. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iran— Tip changed: from Iran does not recognize dual nationality — dual citizens, especially Iranian dual nationals, have been detained and cannot receive consular help. Many governments explicitly advise dual nationals not to travel. to Australia's Smartraveller says Iran does not recognise dual nationality and that foreign and dual nationals are at high risk of arbitrary detention or arrest, without guaranteed consular access. Many governments advise dual nationals not to travel. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iran— Tip changed: from ~~Budget your whole trip in cash before arrival — euros are easiest to exchange — and change money at licensed exchange offices (sarrafi), which give far better rates than banks.~~ to Bring your whole budget in cash. The UK government says non-Iranian debit cards will not work, changing money on the street is illegal, and exchange offices accept euros and US dollars more readily than pounds sterling. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iran— FAQ changed: from No. International card networks do not operate in Iran because of sanctions. Bring your entire budget in cash (euros or dollars are best) or arrange a prepaid Iranian tourist debit card through your tour operator. to No. Canada's travel advice says the economy is exclusively cash-based, credit cards are not accepted and ATMs serve only local bank accounts; the UK government adds that non-Iranian debit cards will not work. Bring your budget in cash, preferably US dollars or euros. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iran— FAQ changed: from By law women must cover their hair with a headscarf and wear loose clothing that covers the arms and legs. A long tunic or manteau over trousers is standard. In practice enforcement fluctuates and dress in the big cities is fairly relaxed, but the requirement remains law for visitors too. to The UK government says Islamic dress codes are strictly enforced. In public places women must cover their heads with a headscarf and wear trousers or a floor-length skirt with a long-sleeved tunic or coat reaching mid-thigh or knee, and may be asked to wear a chador at religious sites. It also reports that the authorities have arrested and detained women for not following the dress code, and that enforcement crackdowns can happen at any time. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iran— FAQ changed: from Street crime is low and travelers consistently report warm hospitality, but many governments — including the US, UK and Canada — advise against all travel because of the risk of arbitrary detention and regional tensions. Dual nationals face particular risk. Weigh the advisories seriously and keep insurance and registration in order if you go. to Many governments advise against all travel. Australia's Smartraveller says do not travel to Iran and that foreigners, including dual nationals, are at high risk of arbitrary detention or arrest; the UK government says British and British-Iranian dual nationals face a very high risk of arrest, detention and questioning. Weigh the advisories seriously and keep insurance and registration in order if you go. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iraq— Emergency numbers changed: from ~~{"police": "104", "ambulance": "122", "fire": "115"}~~ to {"police": "911", "ambulance": "122", "fire": "115"} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iraq— Payments changed: from Iraq is overwhelmingly cash-based. Bring US dollars (newer, undamaged notes) to exchange. Cards work only at a handful of upmarket hotels, and ATMs accepting foreign cards are scarce, though somewhat better in Erbil. to Canada's travel advice says Iraq's economy is primarily cash-based, US dollars are accepted in some shops, and you may have difficulty finding an ATM that accepts an international card. Australia's Smartraveller says US dollars and euros are the easiest foreign currencies to exchange at banks and exchange bureaus. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iraq— Best time to visit (months) changed: from ~~3, 4, 10, 11~~ to 3, 4, 11 (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iraq— Best time to visit changed: from ~~Spring (March–April) and fall (October–November) avoid the ferocious summer, when temperatures can pass 50°C in Baghdad and the south.~~ to Canada's travel advice says the weather is very dry and hot from May to October, and Australia's Smartraveller says daytime temperatures can exceed 50°C from July to September; sand and dust storms are common in spring and summer. No official source names a best season. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iraq— Customs notes changed: from Photography near checkpoints, government buildings and military sites is dangerous — always ask before photographing people or infrastructure. | Drones are effectively prohibited and will be confiscated. | Evidence of travel to Israel can lead to refusal of entry. to Australia's Smartraveller says it is illegal to photograph or film government buildings, checkpoints, military bases and embassies, and that you need approval to film in a public place. | Australia's Smartraveller says people flying drones without permission have been detained. | Australia's Smartraveller says the authorities may refuse entry if your passport contains Israeli stamps or visas; Canada says such passports face additional screening before an Iraqi visa is issued. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iraq— Tip changed: from ~~Bring your budget in US dollars cash, in good condition — older or marked notes are refused. The e-Visa itself is paid online when you apply, not in cash at the airport.~~ to Canada's travel advice says Iraq's economy is primarily cash-based and ATMs that accept international cards are hard to find, so bring enough cash; Australia's Smartraveller says US dollars and euros are the easiest to exchange. The e-Visa itself is paid online when you apply. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iraq— Tip changed: from ~~Expect frequent checkpoints between cities. Carry your passport at all times, keep visa copies on your phone, and build waiting time into any road journey.~~ to The UK government says it is a legal requirement to carry photographic ID in Iraq and that the authorities stop people for ID checks at checkpoints within cities and on main roads. Always carry your passport and keep copies of your visa. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iraq— Tip changed: from ~~During Ashura and the Arbaeen pilgrimage, Karbala and Najaf receive millions of visitors — accommodation sells out and roads close. Dress conservatively at all religious sites year-round.~~ to The UK government says the Arba'een pilgrimage attracts millions of pilgrims to Iraq and usually falls between August and September; Canada put the 2026 pilgrimage around 3 August and notes a heightened security risk. The UK advises following local dress codes. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iraq— FAQ changed: from Iraq remains a high-risk destination: most governments advise against all travel, or against all nonessential travel because of terrorism, kidnapping and unrest. That said, organized tourism to Baghdad, Babylon, the southern shrine cities and especially the Kurdistan Region has grown since 2021. Go with an experienced operator, expect checkpoints, and follow advisories. to No. Canada and Australia advise against all travel to Iraq, and the UK advises against all travel to large parts of the country, including Kirkuk, Ninawa and Salah al-Din provinces, and against all but essential travel to much of the rest. Missile, drone and rocket attacks have struck locations in Iraq, including the Kurdistan Region. Check your government's advice before considering a trip. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Iraq— FAQ changed: from No. Israeli passport holders are not admitted to Iraq, and Iraqi law criminalises contact that would normalise relations. Evidence of travel to Israel in another passport can also cause problems at the border. to No. Israeli passport holders are not admitted to Iraq. Australia's Smartraveller says the authorities may also refuse entry if your passport contains Israeli stamps or visas. (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ireland— languages changed: from ~~["English", "Irish"]~~ to ["Irish", "English"] (citizensinformation.ie )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ireland— payments changed: from {"cardsAccepted": "widely", "cashImportance": "low", "text": "Contactless cards and phone payments are accepted almost everywhere, including buses (or use a Leap Card in Dublin); cash is rarely needed beyond small rural pubs, markets and tips."} to {"cardsAccepted": "limited", "cashImportance": "low", "text": "No official source we could read describes card acceptance in Ireland."} (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ireland— bestTimeToVisit.text changed: from ~~May to September brings the mildest weather and up to 17 hours of daylight in midsummer, but pack rain gear whatever the month; Irish weather changes by the hour.~~ to No official source we could read gives a best time to visit Ireland. Canada's travel advice notes that Ireland is subject to seasonal storms, windstorms and severe weather, and that heavy rains can cause flooding. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ireland— customs.notes changed: from ~~Arriving from outside the EU: duty-free allowance of 200 cigarettes, 1 liter of spirits (or 4 liters of wine), and other goods up to €430 per adult arriving by air or sea.~~ to Arriving from outside the EU, Revenue's duty-free allowances are goods worth up to €430 if you are 15 or over (€215 if under 15), plus 200 cigarettes (or 100 cigarillos, 50 cigars or 250 g of tobacco), 1 litre of spirits or 2 litres of drinks up to 22% alcohol, 4 litres of still wine and 16 litres of beer. (revenue.ie )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ireland— customs.notes changed: from ~~Meat, dairy and most animal products may not be brought in from outside the EU; arrivals from within the EU face no routine customs limits for personal use.~~ to Revenue says that if you arrive from outside the EU with certain foodstuffs (mainly meat, milk, fish or products made from them), medicines, plants or animals, products of endangered species, or firearms, you must declare them to a customs officer. (revenue.ie )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ireland— tips changed: from Arriving from the UK there are usually no routine passport checks (Common Travel Area), but airlines and ferries require photo ID and immigration officers can still carry out checks — non-Irish/non-British citizens should always carry their passport, and visa nationals need an Irish visa even when entering from the UK. to British and Irish citizens travel freely between the UK and Ireland under the Common Travel Area. The UK government's travel advice says some airlines and ferry operators require a passport as identification, so check your carrier's rules; other nationalities should carry their passport, and visa-required nationals need an Irish visa even when entering from the UK. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ireland— tips changed: from Driving is on the LEFT, most rentals are manual (automatics cost more — book early), and rural roads on routes like the Ring of Kerry or Wild Atlantic Way are narrow with stone walls — take it slow and use pull-in passing spots. to Traffic drives on the left in Ireland. Canada's travel advice says some roads can be uneven, narrow and winding, particularly in rural areas, and may become hazardous in severe weather. (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ireland— tips changed: from ~~Expect four seasons in one day: pack waterproof layers year-round rather than an umbrella (Atlantic winds destroy them). Summer rarely exceeds 20°C and winter rarely drops far below freezing.~~ to (deleted) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Ireland— faq changed: from Yes. Ireland reintroduced the visa requirement for South African passport holders in June 2022, so the old visa-free access no longer applies. South Africans must obtain a short stay 'C' visa (€60 single entry) through the AVATS online system before traveling. Allow around 8 weeks. to Yes. Ireland reintroduced the visa requirement for South African passport holders in June 2022, so the old visa-free access no longer applies. South Africans must obtain a short stay 'C' visa (€60 single entry) through the AVATS online system before traveling. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Israel— Languages changed: from ~~Hebrew, Arabic, English (widely spoken)~~ to Hebrew, Arabic (main.knesset.gov.il )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Israel— Tap water safe to drink changed: from ~~True~~ to False (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Israel— Card acceptance / cash importance changed: from ~~widely/low~~ to limited/low (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Israel— Best time to visit changed: from ~~[3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11]~~ to [3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 11] (smartraveller.gov.au )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Israel— Customs note changed: from ~~Duty-free allowances include 1 liter of spirits and 2 liters of wine per adult.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Israel— Customs note changed: from ~~Drones must be declared and require Civil Aviation Authority approval — undeclared drones are confiscated.~~ to (removed) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Israel— FAQ answer changed: from ~~Iran, Lebanon, Syria, Libya and Yemen~~ to Iran, Lebanon, Syria and Kuwait (UK FCDO) (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Italy— Tip changed: from ~~Historic city centers are restricted traffic zones (ZTL) — driving a rental car past the camera-enforced signs in Florence, Rome or Milan triggers automatic fines that follow you home.~~ to The UK FCDO says you need a pass to drive a private or hire car into the historic centre of many Italian cities. The boundaries are usually marked ZTL in black on a yellow background; cameras record registration numbers and drivers without a pass are fined. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Italy— Tip changed: from ~~Most cities charge a per-night tourist tax (typically €1–10 depending on city and hotel class, e.g. Up to €10 in Rome), usually paid at the accommodation and not included in booking prices.~~ to The UK FCDO says many major cities charge a small tourist tax, usually paid at your hotel and unlikely to be included in your booking. The rate varies by city and can depend on the hotel's star rating; hotels often ask for cash, so get a receipt. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Italy— Tip changed: from ~~Validate regional train and bus tickets in the platform machines before boarding — traveling with an unvalidated ticket earns an on-the-spot fine.~~ to The UK FCDO says that if you buy a public transport ticket from a kiosk or machine, you must validate it before you start your journey: officials patrol and issue on-the-spot fines for unvalidated tickets. Some buses and trams accept contactless payment on board. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Jamaica— Emergency numbers changed: from ~~General: 119; Police: 119; Ambulance: 110; Fire: 110~~ to Police: 119; Ambulance: 110; Fire: 110 (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Jamaica— Tap water changed: from ~~Safe to drink~~ to Not confirmed safe (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Jamaica— Customs notes changed: from Firearms and ammunition are prohibited without a permit obtained in advance — visitors have been arrested and jailed over a single forgotten round in hand luggage. | Cannabis is decriminalised in small amounts for personal use inside Jamaica, but carrying any across the border in either direction remains a criminal offense and airport screening catches it. | Camouflage-patterned clothing is restricted and can be confiscated from civilians. | Fresh produce, plants and meat products are controlled; declare anything agricultural on the C5 form. to The Government of Canada says entering Jamaica with a firearm or even a single round of ammunition is considered a serious crime. | The UK FCDO says smoking marijuana (ganja) is illegal in Jamaica: possession of up to 2 ounces brings a J$500 fine, and severe penalties apply to other drug offences, including attempting to export narcotics. Departing visitors are thoroughly screened for drugs. | The UK FCDO says it is illegal to bring meat and dairy products into Jamaica, and the Government of Canada says fruits, vegetables, animals and animal products are strictly regulated. (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Japan— Tap water changed: from ~~safe to drink~~ to no official source says it is safe (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Japan— Payments changed: from ~~cards widely-in-cities, cash medium~~ to cards widely-in-cities, cash high (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Japan— Best time to visit changed: from ~~[3, 4, 5, 10, 11]~~ to [3, 4, 5, 11] (travel.gc.ca )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Japan— Customs notes changed: from ~~Duty-free allowance: 200 cigarettes and 3 bottles (about 760 ml each) of alcohol per adult.~~ to Japan Customs gives an adult duty-free allowance of 3 bottles of alcohol (about 760 ml each), 200 cigarettes, 2 ounces of perfume and other goods worth under ¥200,000 in total. (customs.go.jp )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Japan— Customs notes changed: from ~~Many common medications (e.g. Those containing pseudoephedrine or codeine above set limits) are restricted. Check import rules and obtain a Yunyu Kakunin-sho certificate where needed.~~ to Canada's travel advice says some medications are banned in Japan, including Adderall, amphetamines, codeine, methamphetamines and pseudoephedrine, even with a prescription. Otherwise you may bring a one-month supply of prescription medicine or a two-month supply of non-prescription medicine, with a doctor's note. (customs.go.jp )(opens in a new tab)
Oct 4, 2026Jordan— tapWaterSafe changed: from ~~not safe~~ to not stated (gov.uk )(opens in a new tab)