Jamaica and the Bahamas are pushing back against U.S. travel warnings

Jamaican and Bahamian officials The U.S. State Department claims that the island countries are Jamaica for tourists.

The State Department issued a Level 3 travel advisory for Jamaica, saying "Violent crimes, such as home invasions, armed robberies, sexual assaults, and homicides, are common" Official The U.S. State Department htly less perilous destination with a Jamaica advisory.

Do not bring firearms or ammunition while traveling to Jamaica, including stray rounds, shells or empty casings.

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