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In any type of crisis situation, the most important thing to do is stay calm. Your country’s embassy abroad is usually your best resource when things go wrong; registering with that embassy upon arrival ...more
When it comes to airfare, a little effort can save you a bundle. If your plans are flexible enough to deal with the restrictions, courier fares are the cheapest. Tickets bought from consolidators and ...more
Basic round-trip fares within the US range roughly $80-500. Commercial carriers like American and United will probably offer the most convenient flights, but they may not be the cheapest. You will probably ...more
Though in some places it’s possible to forge a remote link with your home server, in most cases this is a much slower (and more expensive) way of checking email than taking advantage of free web-based ...more
The Great Outdoor Recreation Pages (www.gorp.com) provide excellent general information for travelers planning on camping or spending time in the outdoors. ...more
As the number of travelers on the road continues to rise, the detrimental effect they can have on natural environments becomes an increasing concern. With this in mind, Let’s Go promotes the philosophy ...more
Let’s Go tries to cover all aspects of budget travel, but we can’t put everything in our guides. Listed below are books and websites that can serve as jumping-off points for your own research. ...more
Passports Requirements All non-US and non-Canadian citizens need valid passports to enter the US and re-enter their home countries. Canadians can enter and leave the US with proof of citizenship and ...more
Currency And Exchange The currency chart below is based on August 2007 exchange rates between local currency and Australian dollars (AUS$), Canadian dollars (CDN$), European Union euros (EUR€) ...more
Pack lightly: Lay out only what you absolutely need, then take half the clothes and twice the money. The Travelite FAQ (www.travelite.org) is a good resource for tips on traveling light. The online ...more
Us Consular Services Abroad Contact the nearest embassy or consulate to obtain info on the visas necessary to travel to the US. Listings of foreign embassies in the US and US embassies abroad can be ...more
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