The risk of rabies for travelers is highest in these holiday destinations – and they are very popular with the British.

Public Health England issued a TRAVEL warning after the death of a British rabies traveler to Morocco.

The named countries include some of the most popular holiday destinations for the British.

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The Telegraph reports that Turkey, Egypt and Tunisia are among the most popular "high-risk" destinations for holidays from the UK.

Other hot spots for risky British vacations include Mexico, Bali, Thailand and India.

In Europe, there is a risk of rabies in Poland and Belorussia.

The body also reminded that people who visit these countries must be up to date with their vaccinations, such as rabies.

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The deceased Briton, 58-year-old Omar Zouhri, was bitten by a rabid cat two weeks ago in Mehdya City.

He sought treatment in Morocco and returned to the UK, but did not receive antiviral drugs on time, it was said.

There is a 99.9% chance of death after the onset of rabies symptoms.

They can include anxiety, headaches and fear of water.

Omar, the father of two children, is believed to have died on 4 November.

Chadia, his 51-year-old widow, said last night, "You do not know how tragic it is. Everything will come out at the survey. "

Professor Jimmy Whitworth of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine said, "The typical time interval of onset of symptoms is two to three months. So you have enough time to get treatment.

"But this can be as short as a week – that's why it's so important to seek prompt care and get vaccinated."

Public Health England told British travelers to exotic destinations to get rabies vaccinations four weeks before they left.

Dr. Mary Ramsay, in charge of vaccinations at PHE, said, "This is an important reminder of the precautions people should take when traveling to countries where rabies is present."

She continued, "If an animal nibbles you, scratches you, or licks you, wash the wound or the exposure site with soap and water and seek immediate medical attention.

"There is no risk to the general public with respect to this case but, as a precaution, health workers and close contacts are being evaluated and are vaccinated if necessary."

Sun Online Travel had previously revealed the most dangerous countries for vacations – depending on possible terrorist attacks, natural disasters and health problems.