Canada issues travel advisories for these beach destinations [Video]

As temperatures plunge, many Canadians plan a beach holiday.

This week Ontario residents dealt with blizzards and extreme cold. The weather in the GTA was better but still got sub-zero temperatures this week.

Taking a break from Canada’s long winter can be a fun escape. But before picking a destination, it is a good idea to check out the latest warnings and advice.

The federal government maintains a Travel Advice and Advisories page to help travellers make informed decisions and travel safely outside Canada.

They analyze trends and incidents affecting international travellers, monitor world events and collect updated reports from different sources.

Here are some countries with updated travel advisories:

Cabo Verde

Risks: Crime

Reasons: Petty crime, such as pickpocketing and bag snatching, occurs during festivals, street fairs and on beaches. Violent crime can happen even in daylight hours. Incidences include burglaries of homes and sailboats, assault, including sexual assault and armed robbery.

Strong currents and powerful waves make swimming and water sports dangerous at some locations. …