Travel Resources

Last Updated on Wednesday, 05 August 2009 08:59

The following websites have been selected by UNT-International staff members who have spent considerable time abroad and have had the opportunity to test a wide variety of travel resources. These links will guide you to relevant, informative websites that will assist you as you prepare to travel abroad.

U.S. State Department resources - The following resources are the official U.S. government travel information pages.

Visa Process - This process can be a lengthy and complicated. The following links are good starting places to inform you about the visa process.

Visa Requirements (Visa specifics for each country in the world)
Visiting the U.S. (Visa requirements for coming to the U.S.)
List of Consular Offices in Texas

Health Issues - Before traveling abroad, it is vital that health concerns are known. Some countries require immunizations before obtaining a visa.

CDC Travelers' Health Information Page
World Health Organization
Medical Information for Americans Traveling Abroad
Immunization Action Coalition (information about vaccine-preventable diseases)
'Economy-Class Syndrome' or deep vein thrombosis (American Heart Association)

Destination Information - The following information can help you plan your trip, or give you the information you need to make your trip successful.

Communication

International Calling Codes
Cybercafes.com - directory of internet cafes around the world

Finances/Money

Universal Currency Converter
ATM Locator: Visa/PLUS or MasterCard, Maestro, or Cirrus
Lost or stolen credit cards, call:
- American Express 00-1-336-393-1111 (collect call)
- Visa 00-1-410-581-9994 (collect call)
- Master Card 00-1-636-722-7111 (collect call)
- Discover 00-1-801-902-3100 (collect call)
- Diner's Club 00-1-303-799-1504 (collect call)

Other resources