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First of all we want to send
out our heartfelt condolences to all of the family and
friends of Catherine & Benjamin Mullany.
It is not easy to convey how
saddened, shocked and appalled the population of Antigua
and Barbuda are at the events on the morning of Sunday 27th
July 2008 when the couple were attacked.
As an island nation, Antigua has not had any preparation
for this level of violence.
If you are booked on a
vacation here, please do not panic. Many of you know
Antigua well, and know that this is an isolated
incident. That is not to say there is not crime on the
island, to say that would be a gross misrepresentation.
The thing to bear in mind on visiting our shores is that
you should continue to act as you would when visiting
anywhere else in the world that you are not familiar
with.
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Be vigilant at all times
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Avoid isolated areas
including beaches after dark.
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Where possible do not walk
alone at night
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Do not carry large amounts
of cash or jewellery.
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Leave valuables and travel
documents in safety deposit boxes or safes where
possible.
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Keep doors locked once you
are inside and do not sleep with the doors open.
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Behave responsibly.
Remember that you are more vulnerable after a few
drinks & avoid taking drugs.
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Drugs - please remember
that even though as everywhere else in the World that
drugs are available, that the dealers are operating
outside the law. Buying and possession of drugs is a
criminal offence.
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Please remember, never
play the hero. In the unlikely event that you are
confronted, do not resist.
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If hiring a car do not
leave valuables on display.
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Emergency numbers in
Antigua & Barbuda are the same as the UK & USA. Both
999 & 911 are valid numbers.
Although the chances are
that you will never encounter the few criminals that
are around, by taking a few precautions, you can
ensure that your holiday is safe as well as enjoyable.
Special thanks go to John Duffy & Antigua Barbuda Marine
Guide for his contribution to this information.
If you
are concerned about travelling to Antigua & Barbuda and
want to get feedback from past visitors, please visit
the forum at
www.antiguaforums.com.
For Antigua & Barbuda
Travel Tips,
click here
To see the Official UK
Foreign and Commonwealth Office Advisory,
click here.
The Team at Antigua Nice
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