The U.S. travel advisory tiers, issued by the Department of State, has four levels: Level 1 (Exercise Normal Precautions) Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) Level 3 (Reconsider Travel) Level 4 (Do Not Travel)

The U.S. State Department has upgraded its travel alert related to a popular Caribbean tourist spot. The British territory of Turks and Caicos is under a Level 2 “exercise increased caution” warning due to crime, as well as warnings about travelers in possession of firearms and ammunition.

On Tuesday, March 4, the Department of State updated its Turks and Caicos Islands Travel Advisory to Level 2, encouraging tourists to “Exercise Increased Caution” in specific areas of the popular spri

The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 advisory to exercise increased caution for American travelers going to Turks and Caicos.

At seven miles long and six miles wide, on Grand Turk you’re never far from the sea. And though it might be tempting to stay put at the buzzing Cruise Center (which has restaurants, shops, and the largest Margaritaville in the Caribbean), there’s much to do beyond that hub. Here’s how to make the most of your time on Grand Turk.

The updated advisory comes nearly a year after several Americans were arrested on ammunition charges in Turks and Caicos.