Islamist terrorist target Mumbai,India on 26/27th November,  travellers are advised to avoid Mumbai. The terrorist threat level in Ski Lanka remains high.  Serious cholera in Zimbabwe threatens neighbours- until the situation improves we advise against all but essential travel to Zimbabwe. 

In Bolivia and Peru there has been an increase in civil unrest, travellers should avoid street protests. In Peru, the Shining Path has begun a terrrorist campaign against the security forces. 

Thailand: Airport demonstration ends but political instablity will continue.

Dengue Fever alert in South America and South East Asia. There has been a dramatic rise in cases of dengue fever in Paraguay, Argentina, Bolivia and parts of Brazil ( esp Rio) and more recently Guatamala, Singapare, Fiji and Thailand. This virus is spread by mosquitos which bite in the day.  Best from of prevention is covering up and using repellant with DEET.    

There remains a significant threat from terrorist attacks in Indonesia and also in Thailand.  Whilst islamist attacks in Thailand have occurred in the southern provinces, there is concern that a  popular tourist resorts to the north will be targeted.  

Terrorist threat level raised in Indonesia; following the executions of 3 men convicted of the Bali bomb the Indonesian authorities have warned of threat a of revenge attack. Travellers are advised to aviod nightclubs and other busy tourist social spots.