Travel Tips
Currency Conversion and ATM Location
Stay aware of the exchange rate with these multi-lingual currency converters. Also, keep your ATM or credit card available for basic necessities or must-have purchases.
Oanda – A printable currency “cheat sheet”
MasterCard ATM Locater – Search by and address and by airport
Visa ATM Locator – Search by airport, city and country
Universal Currency Converter – A quick currency conversion table
Embassies and Consulates
Get the latest traveler-focused news and notes about every country. Plus, locate your embassy or consulate for important services, as well as passport or visa assistance.
Department of State (United States) – Info for U.S. and foreign travelers
Project Visa (Australia) - A directory of embassy links
Foreign & Commonwealth Office (United Kingdom) – Travel advice by country
Health and Wellness
Dr. Obvious says: Healthy travelers are happy travelers. Find out the basics of beating jetlag and fleeing the flu, along with updated health news from key government sites.
CDC - Centers for Disease Control (United States) – “Traveler's Health” homepage
Department of Health (United Kingdom) – Links to healthy advice
MASTA - Medical Advisory Services for Travelers Abroad
International Shipping
Send your tour souvenirs and gifts back home using these international shippers. Choose shipping destinations, search for drop-off locations, and learn country-specific restrictions.
DHL
Federal Express
UPS
Weather and Environment
Make it easier to plan your activities, by eluding the rain in Spain or beating the heat elsewhere. Consult these short and long term weather and environmental forecasts throughout your trip.
National Weather Service – U.S. and international forecasts
Intellicast – Weather for active lifestyles
World Meteorological Organization – More international weather and forecasts
Miscellaneous Travel Sites
TimeandDate.com – Times and dates from around the world
The Bathroom Diaries – Humorous guide to public facilities
Earth Calendar – Global holidays and celebrations
Snapfish – Digital photo printing, sharing storage
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