The U.S. Department of State has issued a Level 1 advisory for Saba and Sint Eustatius, recommending normal precautions. The islands are generally safe, but petty crime and opportunistic theft occur in tourist areas. Crime rates are low, but armed robberies can occur at businesses with large cash or drug-related activity. It is illegal to bring firearms or ammunition, with severe penalties. Medical services are limited.
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 1 advisory for Saba, recommending normal precautions. The island is generally safe, but petty crime and opportunistic theft occur in tourist areas. Crime rates are low, but armed robberies can occur at businesses with large cash or drug-related activity. It is illegal to bring firearms or ammunition, with severe penalties. Medical services are limited. Travelers are advised to enroll in STEP and purchase travel insurance.
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 1 advisory for Curaçao, recommending normal precautions. The island is generally safe, but petty crime and opportunistic theft occur in tourist areas. Crime rates are low, but armed robberies can occur at businesses with large cash or drug-related activity. It is illegal to bring firearms or ammunition, with severe penalties. Travelers are advised to enroll in STEP and purchase travel insurance.
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 1 advisory for Aruba, recommending normal precautions. The island is generally safe, but petty crime and opportunistic theft occur in tourist areas. Crime rates are low, but armed robberies can occur at businesses with large cash or drug-related activity. It is illegal to bring firearms or ammunition without prior written authorization, with severe penalties.
The U.S. Department of State raised the travel advisory for Grenada to Level 2 and added a 'crime' risk indicator, removed previously listed areas of increased risk, and updated the advisory summary. It advises exercising increased caution in Grenada due to risk of crime. Violent crime can occur anywhere in Grenada; American citizens have been victims of armed robbery, assault, burglary and rape, and in some cases have been killed. Police response times may not be as fast as one might expect in the United States. The advisory also includes specific guidance such as not physically resisting a robbery, using caution when walking or driving at night, keeping a low profile, staying aware of sur…