Since early this year, Canada has had an "avoid non-essential travel" warning for some parts of Brazil. The Canadian government also maintains a general Level 2 travel advisory for the country that was once home to the most dangerous city on earth .

Canadian travelers are currently urged to "exercise a high degree of caution" due to high crime rates in Brazil. Yesterday, the travel warning was updated again—now advising Canadians about violent crimes in Brazil's popular beach destinations.

The warning comes months after Brazil reinstated its controversial visa requirement for Canadians. Brazil's Ministry of Foreign Affairs explained that the decision was based on the principle of reciprocity, as Canada still requires visas for Brazilian tourists.

The move was criticized in both countr

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