The U.S. Department of State reissued a Level 2 travel advisory for Italy on May 23, urging travelers to 'exercise increased caution' due to the risk of terrorist violence. The advisory warns of potential attacks with little or no warning in common public and tourist areas, and encourages Americans to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). Italy has been under this advisory since April 2022, and similar advisories are in place for other European countries.
US renews travel advisory to popular destination amid 'terrorism fears': 'Exercise increased caution'
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️The U.S. Department of State reissued a Level 2 travel advisory for Italy on May 23, urging travelers to 'exercise increased caution' due to the risk of terrorist violence. The advisory warns of potential attacks with little or no warning in common public and tourist areas, and encourages Americans to enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP). Italy has been under this advisory since April 2022, and similar advisories are in place for other European countries.
Trending- 1 April 2022: Italy first placed under a Level 2 travel advisory by the U.S. State Department.
- 2 May (current year): State Department issued travel advisories for 21 countries worldwide.
- 3 May 23 (current year): U.S. Department of State reissued the Level 2 travel advisory for Italy.
- Travelers are urged to exercise increased caution
- Potential impact on tourism
- U.S. citizens encouraged to enroll in STEP for emergency alerts
What: The U.S. Department of State reissued a Level 2 travel advisory for Italy.
When: May 23 (reissued advisory), April 2022 (Italy under Level 2 advisory since), May (State Department issued advisories for 21 countries).
Where: Italy (primary focus), France, Germany, Spain, Switzerland, United Kingdom (also Level 2 advisories).
Why: Due to 'terrorism fears' and the risk of terrorist violence, including attacks with little or no warning.
How: The advisory warns travelers to 'exercise increased caution,' be aware of common targets, stay alert, check local media, and prepare contingency plans. It also encourages enrollment in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).