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12 Zika-Free Destinations to Travel to This Year
There are still a plethora of countries free of the mosquito-born virus.
While Zika reached its peak in 2016, the virus is still out there and continues to pose risks to pregnant women and couples looking to become pregnant. With each warning about the dangers of the Zika virus, it may be tempting to postpone your trip to Central or South America, or the Caribbean. But keep those vacation days blocked off on your calendar: All three locales are home to at least some countries not currently affected by the outbreak, making them a safe choice a vacation without Zika for worried travelers. Check out these getaways across Europe, the Americas, and the Pacific, which are all Zika free as of today, and keep an eye out on the CDC's website for updates.
This article has been updated with new information.