U.S. State Department Issues Level 2 Travel Advisory for Netherlands: Exercise Increased Caution Due to Terrorism and Crime
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The U.S. Department of State has issued a Level 2 Travel Advisory for the Netherlands. This tells travellers to be extra careful. The advice is for U.S. citizens. It highlights the chance of terrorist attacks without much warning. It also points out common small crimes in tourist places. It tells people planning a trip to the Netherlands to stay alert.
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