Canada issues travel advisories for these hot vacation spots [Video]

A warm-weather vacation could be a great way to escape Ontario’s cold temperatures.

A cold snap is expected in southern Ontario starting on Sunday with wind chills down to -30 C possible on Monday.

This could be the perfect time to get away. But before travellers head out, it is a good idea to check out the latest travel advisories.

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:

Dominican Republic

Risks: Crime.

Reasons: Crime, including violent crime, occurs across the country, especially in major cities. The police are often unable to respond quickly to calls for assistance, especially outside of resort and tourist areas, the advisory states.

Crime of opportunity is common in tourist areas. Thieves may try to snatch visible money, valuables, or grab your …