Going on an epic vacation is incredibly exciting. The thrill begins with choosing a destination, purchasing tickets and booking a hotel. Packing your bags and traveling to the airport adds to the fun, and it all happens before you even reach your destination.
If you're planning a trip this summer, be aware that the U.S. State Department has advised against visiting 19 specific destinations. They have issued a level 4 advisory, which is the most serious warning they can give. Learn more below.
The U.S. Department of State issues travel advisories to keep you safe and, in some cases, to prevent you from being killed. This is not an exaggeration either. The 19 locations listed below received the highest level of reviews.
A Level 4 travel advisory means “Do not travel” to these countries due to serious and life-threatening risks.
Urgent: Minnesotans warned not to travel to these 19 places
Most people are busy planning their summer vacations. Before you go, book a trip, see 19 travel warnings issued by the United States and why you may want to reconsider your destination.
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In local travel news, Pest Gnome released its annual list of the 500 Worst Cities for Bed Bugs, and eight Minnesota cities made the list.
No matter where you travel, you should always look out for these blood-sucking parasites. Start by checking the sheets for signs such as blood stains, tiny pale yellow eggs or eggshells, and small black bed bug droppings that look like tiny dots. These annoying pests can also hide in chairs, sofa seams, between cushions and in the folds of curtains.
Minneapolis ranked first in Minnesota, coming in at number 24. Seven other cities in the North Star State also made the list. See the full list below.
Eight Minnesota Cities Included in Worst Bed Bugs of 2024 List
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