Travel: Departures: Danger zone

THE TRAVEL Advice Unit (071-270 4129) of the Foreign Office warns travellers to South Africa that violence in the country 'remains at a high level'. It adds that most of the violence is 'criminal rather than political. Be alert to sudden changes and take local advice about where it is safe to go. Avoid townships and surrounding areas. Travel in daylight hours if possible and be vigilant. Be alert to muggers, notably in city centres, and avoid isolated areas at all times.' Travellers are also being warned by the Foreign Office not to visit Algeria 'in view of the current security situation'.