Travel Iran
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There are places in the Middle East that are probably safer then London right now.Covered End said:Yes, I understand the beauty. It's the volatility in the middle east, that I don't fancy.
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This should help!
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Foreign travel advice
Iran
Summary
Current travel advice
British nationals - including dual British/Iranian nationals - face greater risks than nationals of many other countries. The security forces may be suspicious of people with British connections. The risks are likely to be higher for independent travellers or students than for members of tour parties or business people invited by the Iranian authorities or companies
Any behaviour that doesn’t have an obvious explanation can put you at risk, no matter how innocent you believe it to be. This may include travel off the beaten track, being present near crowds or sensitive sites, having contact with Iranians who are of interest to the authorities, taking photographs (except in major tourist sites), or behaviour that could be perceived as contrary to official Iranian interpretations of Islam. The threat to travellers is likely to be higher if there’s any national unrest, terrorist incident or an increase in tensions between Iran and the international community.
You should consider carefully the risks of travelling to Iran. If you choose to travel, keep a low profile.
The Iranian authorities have in many cases failed to meet their international obligations to notify Embassies when foreign nationals have been detained. Even if requested, adequate consular access isn’t always granted. You should therefore keep in close touch with family or friends back home.
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Iran is a fantastic country, an amazing history and the people are more friendly and welcoming than you could imagine.
It's the same as any country really, you have to be sensitive to your surroundings and be respectful and you will be fine.
There is a massive difference between the perception people have of Iran - largely garnered from the political stuff they have seen on TV - and the reality on the ground.
Firstly, the people ARE NOT ARABS!
They are Persian and see themselves as much more western and modern (especially in Tehran) than any of their Arab neighbours.
Thankfully Obama has begun to repair the US-Iran relationship because the Iranians (although the conservative religious forces are still a factor) have a huge contribution to make to our common good.
Once relations have thawed further Iran will definitely become a very popular destination, especially for those who want a bit more than just beaches and theme parks.8 -
At last, someone has separated the Persians and Arabs, and the regime and the people.Ormiston Addick said:Iran is a fantastic country, an amazing history and the people are more friendly and welcoming than you could imagine.
It's the same as any country really, you have to be sensitive to your surroundings and be respectful and you will be fine.
There is a massive difference between the perception people have of Iran - largely garnered from the political stuff they have seen on TV - and the reality on the ground.
Firstly, the people ARE NOT ARABS!
They are Persian and see themselves as much more western and modern (especially in Tehran) than any of their Arab neighbours.
Thankfully Obama has begun to repair the US-Iran relationship because the Iranians (although the conservative religious forces are still a factor) have a huge contribution to make to our common good.
Once relations have thawed further Iran will definitely become a very popular destination, especially for those who want a bit more than just beaches and theme parks.0 -
Ahh you're making assumptions about why people don't want to go...for some it is the thought of the religious oppression, for others, they just don't like to go anywhere that doesn't have western-style culture on tap, for others they feel it is close to a warzone and others may be afraid that they will be a target as they are obviously western and part of a culture seen as violently oppressive by many in that country. If I thought I was going to be seen as a Nazi in, say, Greece, I probably wouldn't want to go there. It wouldn't make me a racist.kentaddick said:LOL at people saying Iran has civil unrest like Libya, Iraq or Syria. It's one of, if not the most stable countries in the region.
I guess you'd all rather go to Dubai since it has more whites and less of those horrible Arabs who you find so terrifying1 -
C4 programme "Undercover Iran" put me off going to Iran forever.0
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A 'bit' off topic but Oman was pretty good when we went there in 2009.0
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Antarctica is the one destination I'd love to go to0
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Funny you say that because that's where I'd like to send Katrien and Roland.ForeverAddickted said:Antarctica is the one destination I'd love to go to
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Anyone been France?0
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Fair play if you are going, but just sounds like a lot of agg to me.0
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I would go but compared to Iran the wine is merde.i_b_b_o_r_g said:Anyone been France?
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It was terrible. I lived constantly in fear of breaching their ridiculous, oppressive rules and customs. I was never so happy as when I got back on the ferry at St Malo and was able to breathe a sigh of relief.i_b_b_o_r_g said:Anyone been France?
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I've been to Grove Park BR station once, does that count?i_b_b_o_r_g said:Anyone been France?
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No, that's in the london Borough of Lewistan, more Iran to be fwankIA said:
I've been to Grove Park BR station once, does that count?i_b_b_o_r_g said:Anyone been France?
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I thought it was a nice holiday destination. There was a good shop there once. Iran must be very good.0
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I'd normally say 'been a France', but feeling lazy today (f)ArtA-R-T-H-U-R said:0 -
Behind every good shop is a good owner and he left the building a good few year back.IA said:I thought it was a nice holiday destination. There was a good shop there once. Iran must be very good.
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i feel I'm already there this morningForeverAddickted said:Antarctica is the one destination I'd love to go to
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Still too close to Charlton for my liking!!Ormiston Addick said:
Funny you say that because that's where I'd like to send Katrien and Roland.ForeverAddickted said:Antarctica is the one destination I'd love to go to
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I would visit no problem
I would expect it to be like dubai was 10-15 years ago
Also could be good scuba diving to be had before iran becomes commercialised
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Some people would never try any where new
Best they stick to benidorm2 -
I thought the thread was entitled "Travel Iron".
I now have nothing of value to add.3 -
I seriously doubt that is true if you are a westerner.NomadicAddick said:
There are places in the Middle East that are probably safer then London right now.Covered End said:Yes, I understand the beauty. It's the volatility in the middle east, that I don't fancy.
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From the Government travel advice page for IranShootersHillGuru said:
I seriously doubt that is true if you are a westerner.NomadicAddick said:
There are places in the Middle East that are probably safer then London right now.Covered End said:Yes, I understand the beauty. It's the volatility in the middle east, that I don't fancy.
'You should consider carefully the risks of travelling to Iran. If you choose to travel, keep a low profile.'
That's enough for me, I'm 6'4" and 20 stone and as 'Western' as they come1 -
Prince Charles visited recently and was taken to his plush hotel where he said to the hotel manager 'I would like to see the Shah'
The manager was a bit taken aback and said, ' I am sorry your highness but the Shah was removed in 1979'
PRince Charles replied, 'that's ok, I will use the bath instead'1 -
i_b_b_o_r_g said:
From the Government travel advice page for IranShootersHillGuru said:
I seriously doubt that is true if you are a westerner.NomadicAddick said:
There are places in the Middle East that are probably safer then London right now.Covered End said:Yes, I understand the beauty. It's the volatility in the middle east, that I don't fancy.
'You should consider carefully the risks of travelling to Iran. If you choose to travel, keep a low profile.'
That's enough for me, I'm 6'4" and 20 stone and as 'Western' as they come
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This. Spent four months there in 2007; loved it.Hastingsaddick said:A 'bit' off topic but Oman was pretty good when we went there in 2009.
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