Bolivia flights could be cancelled, Foreign Office warns

Ongoing civil unrest at Bolivia's Santa Cruz de la Sierra airport could cause flights to be cancelled, the Foreign Office has warned.

Last week, the airport was the scene of disputes between the Bolivian government and locals, who, it is claimed, are demanding landing fee payments.

In response, holidaymakers have been advised to confirm that flights are going ahead with their travel agents or airlines before embarking for airports.

Travellers could also face disruption throughout the country, as strike action takes hold, the Foreign Office warned.

"There is continual risk of public protests and strikes throughout Bolivia and major roads can be blocked at very short notice. This may affect travel and public transport. Travellers to Sucre should take particular care at present," it said in a statement.

Further risks might be presented by the risk of contracting Dengue fever, with Latin America showing "a marked increase in the number of reported cases" in 2007, the Foreign Office added.

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