The U.S. Embassy in Nassau has issued a security alert for U.S. citizens visiting the holiday hotspot following a series of sexual assaults.

The State Department updated a series of travel advisories for dozens of countries last month, including some popular Caribbean destinations. The warnings range from level 1 to level 4, with four being the highest and signaling a "do not travel" advisory.

For Florida residents, a trip to the Caribbean or The Bahamas is a quick getaway. If you're planning a trip soon, be aware of travel warnings to several nearby locations recently issued by the U.S. State Department. The State Department has issued a Level II travel warning because of an increase in crime in The Bahamas.