[HoustonCurmudgeon]

I understand that, but given what the average American knows about geography, I bet they had no idea they were anywhere near Somalia. Further given what most know about the world situation, most would have little idea why it would be a problem.

[mlc9852]

I would say in general Americans would know to avoid Muslim areas these days, especially France.

[mlc9852]

http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_1764.html

Both Kenya and Somolia are on the list of travel advisories.