Most Australians have a great time overseas, however, sometimes things don't go as planned. See our page for general advice when things go wrong overseas.
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Browse destinationsFind out what to do if you’re travelling overseas there's a disaster, terrorist incident, demonstration or other crisis nearby.
This page explains our travel advisories for destinations, how we develop and update our travel advisories and what each advice level means in travel advisories.
Learn how to stay safe and avoid danger if you're travelling to a country where earthquakes are common.
A disaster can happen anywhere, anytime. However, some destinations experience certain types of natural disasters more often.
What to do if you're travelling overseas and there's been a hurricane, tornado or other severe weather incident in or near your location.
If you're travelling overseas for (or during) a major cultural, sporting or religious event, you may need to take extra precautions.
This page will help you understand the risks and take appropriate precautions before you head out on the water.