If you’re planning a vacation, make sure to review the latest travel advisory from Canada for several popular destinations in Asia.
According to the government of Canada, travel advice and advisories help Canadians make informed decisions so they can travel safely while outside the country. Canada regularly reviews its travel advisories for various countries, and reasons can range from political unrest to petty crime.
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Below are the latest safety updates for some popular travel destinations in Asia.
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Risk levels for Thailand remain at yellow, with travellers urged to “exercise a high degree of caution.” That’s because the country is experiencing political demonstrations, with demonstrations taking place in Bangkok and other parts of the country.
Canada is warning travellers to avoid all travel to the Thailand-Cambodia border due to ongoing tensions. It has a similar warning in place for the provinces of Narathiwat, Pattani, Songkhla, and Yala due to “the unpredictable security situation.”
Thailand is also grappling with an ongoing threat of terrorism, and bomb attacks have occurred in public spaces.
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On Aug. 25, Canada updated its travel advice for Vietnam, warning people of weather-related safety issues.
“Typhoon Kajiki is expected to make landfall on the coast of Vietnam, near Vinh, on the morning of Aug. 25, 2025,” reads the statement. “The storm is likely to bring excessive rainfall and violent winds.”
As a result, there’s a risk of flash flooding and landslides that could disrupt essential services like transportation, power, water and food supply, telecommunications networks, emergency services, or medical care. If you’re in the area affected by the typhoon, you’re urged to exercise caution, keep up with the latest local news and weather reports, and follow the instructions of local authorities.
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Similarly, travellers to Laos are being warned of the possible effects of Typhoon Kajiki, which is expected to pass through the central and northern parts of the country on Aug. 25. Canada is asking people to exercise caution as excessive rainfall and strong winds brought on by the typhoon can affect essential services.
“Climate change is affecting Laos,” reads the updated advisory. “Extreme and unusual weather events are becoming more frequent and may affect your travel plans. Monitor local media for the latest information.”
Although storms happen at any time of the year, the rainy season in Laos occurs from May to November.
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If you’re travelling to Cambodia, it’s important to note that the government is urging Canadians to “exercise a high degree of caution.”
The advisory warns that petty crime is on the rise in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and Sihanoukville. Foreigners are frequent targets of thieves on motorcycles who grab bags, valuables, and passports. Ensure that your passport, travel documents, and personal belongings are secure, as these have been stolen from locked rooms, especially in low-cost accommodations.
In addition, avoid all travel to the Cambodia-Thailand border due to tensions between the two countries. Land minds are also present in the disputed border regions.