Algeria caution

In Algeria, according to the US Department of State, terrorist attacks (including bombings), false roadblocks, kidnappings and ambushes occur regularly, particularly in rural areas such as the Kabylie region.

The group that claimed credit for the Dec. 11, 2007, suicide car-bomb attacks in Algiers has pledged more attacks against foreign targets, specifically US targets. It is believed to also operate in the south.

Also, from January 2011 to the present, riots have occurred in Algiers and many other cities. Visitors are advised to stay only in hotels where adequate security is provided, avoid large crowds and avoid overland travel in Algeria.