Useful Travel Websites
U.S. State Department
Register your travel through the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)
- Country Specific information - safety, crime, traffic/road conditions, entry/exit requirements, and Embassy contact information
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Information for Students Abroad - helpful links and important information geared directly towards students going abroad
- For Emergency Information - go to: "Emergencies" on the top for a list of 9-1-1 Emergency Contact Numbers Abroad. "Travel Docs" includes info on how to report a lost passport.
World Factbook
Information on history, people, government, economy, etc.
Etiquette Guides searchable by destination
Information on etiquette and cultural norms. Also includes country information and other helpful links.
COF GEO Center Website
Travel resources, pre-departure information and guidance. Read our students' blogs while they're traveling.
Sara's Wish transportation issues
Let's talk about health:
HTH Health Insurance
Research local doctors, ERs, hospitals, pharmacies
Travel Clinics in Massachusetts
Information about vaccines and contact information to set up an appointment
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Safety in the skies:
TSA Guidelines
Travelers with disabilities, medications, etc.
Airline Information and Regulations
Boston Logan Airport's homepage, links to airlines, visit their homepages to search for keyword "baggage" to find airline-specific details, baggage fees, restrictions and FAQ's
Other Information
Travel Alerts & Warnings
from travel.state.gov*
*This list is provided to highlight recent travel alerts, but does not represent all alerts or warnings. For a complete list, visit travel.state.gov.
