01/04/2026
Advisory:
As of January 3, 2026, numerous airlines and airports are reporting flight delays and cancellations that could affect travelers:
The Miami Herald reports that dozens of flights to Caribbean destinations have been canceled to Caribbean destinations this morning as the FAA closed airspace after the U.S. military strike on Venezuela.
American Airlines says the airspace shutdown is affecting flights to 19 destinations.
According to Delta’s website, Delta began canceling flights early this morning in compliance with FAA airspace closures in the Caribbean.
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is planning to make a decision later today regarding flights to and from Curaçao and other island destinations in the region.
United Airlines is reporting that numerous Caribbean airports are affected by the airspace closure.
As of this writing, the Dutch caretaker prime minister Dick Schoof assured the Caribbean islands of Aruba, Curaçao and Bonaire that they could count on Dutch support following the U.S. strike. More news from the Dutch News service can be found here.
Travel Warnings and Advisories:
The U.S. State Department has Venezuela under a Level 4: Do Not Travel advisory.
The U.S. State Department also issued a new travel alert early Saturday, urging Americans in Venezuela to "shelter in place" due to the situation.
We are closely monitoring for updates to the travel advisory status of other destinations in the region.
The U.S. Department of State currently advises travelers to exercise normal precautions for travel to Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao.
For travelers traveling from Canada, current guidance also recommends normal security precautions when traveling to Aruba, Bonaire and Curaçao.
Standard travel recommendations include:
For U.S. travelers: enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
Following the U.S. Department of State on Facebook and X (Twitter)
Reviewing the Country Security Report before travel
Preparing a contingency plan for emergency situations and reviewing the Traveler’s Checklist
Visiting the CDC website for the latest travel health information
Messaging guidance for travel advisors:
This is a developing situation. Information is being released at a rapid clip.
We are here to support our clients at every stage of their journey. Their health, safety, and well-being are always our top priority, and we provide timely, reliable information so they can make informed decisions about their travel plans.
Travel advisors are trained to actively monitor situations such as health developments, travel advisories, airline operations and weather disruptions that may affect travel. When needed, we can work quickly to develop alternative travel arrangements, often having solutions ready as situations evolve.
Whether traveling domestically or internationally, our commitment remains the same: prioritizing our clients’ safety and peace of mind above all else.
We strongly encourage all clients to purchase travel insurance at the time of booking. Travel insurance provides an important layer of protection and may help offset unexpected costs, potentially saving travelers hundreds or even thousands of dollars in the event of a medical or travel-related emergency.
Safety-driven flight changes and itinerary adjustments are common and precautionary in global travel. We closely monitor communications from airline and travel supplier partners and will proactively keep clients informed of any updates.
We recognize that each client’s comfort level with travel is personal. As advisors, we are here to support and guide clients in making the decision that feels right for them.
