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Passengers on cruise ships may be exposed to malaria risk on entering ports of endemic countries. The risk may be small but even so may be significant enough that precautions (eg.antimalarials) should be taken.
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FCO’s Travel Advice Service
Top Tips- Check the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO) Travel Advice website www.fco.gov.uk or call 0845 850 2829
- Get travel insurance and check that the cover is appropriate
- Check what vaccinations you need at least 6 weeks before you go and consider whether you need to take extra health precautions – Department of Health
- Get a good guidebook and get to know your destination. Find out about local laws and customs
- Ensure you have a valid passport that is in good condition and the necessary visas.
- Make copies of your passport, insurance policy plus 24 hour emergency number, and ticket details. Leave these copies, your itinerary and contact details with family and friends.
- Take enough money for your trip and some back-up funds eg travellers cheques, sterling or US dollars.


