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Travel Resource Links

Below are some useful links to help you on your trip. From important travel warnings, country specific travel advice, Health and weather, to passport & visa information, to airline delays and much more.
 
U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Find out what documents you need when traveling, info on airport and border wait times, border security regulations, import and export rules, and other important news from U.S. Customs and Border Protection.
 
Transport Security Administration
Find out about the “3-1-1” rule, information for elderly and disabled travelers, and more from an agency of the Department of Homeland Security.
 
Bureau of Consular Affairs
Get information on passports, visas, international travel, overseas adoptions, international abduction, and travel document requirements at this site for the Bureau of Consular Affairs, part of the U.S. Department of State.
 
Travel Warnings
Get information on travel warnings at this section of the Bureau of Consular Affairs web site.
Travel information by Country
Explore travel information by country at the Bureau of Consular Affairs web site.
Online Visa Information
For information on how to obtain passports and visas, view these sections of the Bureau of Consular Affairs web site.
Travel and Business
Tips when traveling abroad, emergency numbers and information on international markets are found at this section of the U.S. Department of State web site.
 

U.S. and Global Weather

 
They say everyone complains about the weather, but no one does anything about it. Visit these sites before and during your trips and be prepared for any weather condition.
 

Travel Health Information

 
It’s not enough to heed vague warnings about not “drinking the water.” Visit these sites for information on vaccinations needed when visiting certain countries, plus health alerts, safe food and water info, and frequently asked questions.
 

Airport Status & Flight Information

Federal Aviation Administration
Don’t be surprised by delays and cancellations. This site will keep you informed on travel schedule changes.
Transportation Security Administration
Find out about the latest in airport security news, the Travel Redress Inquiry Program, and information on traveling with special-needs individuals.
 

Other Related Links

Time Zones Worldwide
Traveling can be disorienting enough, without wondering what time it is. This link helps you find any time zone.

Currency Conversion
Money is a big part of any trip, and so is knowing how much your country’s money is worth somewhere else. Get the answers at this link.

Cruise Information Center
Everything you ever wanted to know about cruises is here, including safety at sea and lifestyle information, cruise terms, ports of call, specials, things to do before you leave, and even cruise etiquette.

Travel Goods Association
The rules for carry-on luggage change all the time, so be sure you have the most up-to-date information by checking out these two valuable links.

Permitted and Prohibited Items
If you are carrying prohibited items on board, you run the risk of having them confiscated. Find out the latest on what’s allowed and what isn’t from Transport Security Administration.

Student Abroad
Studying in a new country can be a wonderful experience. Ensure it is by checking out the information on this link before you go, and check back often to review all this important information.
 

Schengen Visa Information

Traveling around among 15 European member countries is easier now with a Schengen Visa. Find out the details at these links.

The European Commission’s Delegation
Schengen Visa Services
 

Travel Tip Links

Whether you female, male, young, old, a business traveler, a student, a tourist, a traveler with a disability, an American living overseas, or you are traveling to the Mid-East or the American Midwest, you’ll find plenty of tips to make traveling easier in the links below. From safety tips to what to do in case of illness and much more, these tips are comprehensive and a must-read for all travelers.
 
Tips when Traveling Abroad
Don’t miss this link – it gives the top 10 things you need to know when traveling overseas from the U.S. State Department.

Travel Safety Tips
Learn to travel light, leave the expensive jewelry at home and more at this helpful site.

Corporate Travel Safety
This site is the jackpot of travel safety tips - over 130 pages of info on luggage theft, avoiding pickpockets, laptop theft, hotel burglary and more.

Better Health Channel
Learn how not to be a victim of crime when traveling, at this helpful link.

General advice for Americans residing abroad
You may be far from home, but never far from information at this U.S. Department of State web site.

Travel Tips for Older Americans
Read up on the advice offered here for older travelers, to be sure to have a safe and enjoyable trip.

Studying Abroad
Spending time abroad and studying the culture can be an enriching experience. But be sure to heed the advice offered here to ensure you make the right decisions, before and during your trip.

Travel Tips for Travelers with Disabilities
Traveling has become much more accessible for those with disabilities, but caution should still be taken. Learn how to travel safely at this link.

Get helpful hints on the best way to travel in individual countries from the U.S Department of State.
Travel information by State or country