In-Country Reminders

Staying Connected While Abroad

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Provides travelers with information on travel advisories and alerts, entry/exit/visa requirements, health and vaccination considerations, embassy information, local laws and customs, safety and security, and more

Anticipated security issues and threats with detailed country reports that contain essential information to suspend/cancel programs in a specific regions

Free service provided by the U.S. Department of State for U.S. Citizens and nationals traveling or living abroad. Allows travelers to register their trip with the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate, helping travelers stay informed about health and safety considerations for their destination. Also in the event of a natural disaster, civil unrest, or family emergency, the U.S. embassy or consulate can locate and assist their registered citizens

Thou shalt not expect to find things precisely as they are at home...for thou left home to find things.
Thou shalt not take things too seriously...for a carefree mind is the basis for a good travel experience.
Thou shalt not let other program members get on thy nerves...for thou art paying good money to enjoy thyself.
Thou shalt not worry...he that worrieth hath little joy...few things are fatal.
Thou shalt not judge all people of a country by one person with whom thou had a problem.
Thou shalt do in Rome somewhat as the Romans do.
Thou shalt guard thy passport at all times...for a person without a passport is a person without a country.
Blessed is one who can say “thank you” in any language...verily it is worth more than gold.
Blessed is one who can make change in any currency, for thou shalt not be cheated.
Thou art welcome in every land...treat thy hosts with respect and thou shalt be an honored guest.

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