Petition started to remove the current travel warnings for Dahab in South Sinai, Egypt

A group called ‘People and Friends of Dahab’ have started a petition to remove the current official travel warnings that are currently being given for the region.

In recent years Egypt has undergone a period of unprecedented political and social turmoil with most events taking place in Cairo and Northern Sinai. Tourist areas have been largely unaffected and Dahab in particular has avoided any disturbances and remained peaceful throughout this period.

Recently the security status of South Sinai was downgraded to ‘essential travel only’ by the UK’s Foreign Office. ‘People and Friends of Dahab’ say that this change is effectively a ‘travel ban’ for those still wishing to come here as airlines are cancelling flights and most holiday insurance is rendered invalid.

To find out more about the petition and to sign it, click here.