Footie fans given safety and travel advice for World Cup in Brazil
Football fans planning to go to the World Cup in Brazil are being warned to be aware of the country’s high road accident rate, high crime levels and the chance of protests.
As the draw for the football tournament takes place today, the Foreign & Commonwealth Office says fans need to do their homework before travelling to Brazil.
"There were significant protests during last year’s Confederations Cup," it said.
"Fans travelling to the World Cup should avoid all protests and demonstrations and should monitor local media and follow the guidance of local authorities."
It added: "Be aware that Brazil has a high road accident rate and crime levels are also high, especially in major cities."
The FCO also reminded fans that Brazil is a big country, roughly seven times larger than South Africa.
Minister for Consular Affairs Mark Simmonds said fans need to think carefully when arranging flights to Brazil and, importantly, their onward travel within the country.
"There are some distinct challenges, notably the vast distances between venues, so we urge fans to prepare for these – remember to check the travel advice and FCO website before you book your flights," he said.
"Many travelling fans will have attended international tournaments before but this tournament poses new challenges. We encourage all fans to plan thoroughly to ensure a safe and successful trip in Brazil. You wouldn’t expect Roy Hodgson and the team to be unprepared for the World Cup, so you shouldn’t be either."
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Editor in chief Bev Fearis has been a travel journalist for 25 years. She started her career at Travel Weekly, where she became deputy news editor, before joining Business Traveller as deputy editor and launching the magazine’s website. She has also written travel features, news and expert comment for the Guardian, Observer, Times, Telegraph, Boundless and other consumer titles and was named one of the top 50 UK travel journalists by the Press Gazette.
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