Resources

Please note that many of these links apply to only U.S. citizens

Going somewhere? Check out these free resources to help you on your travels!

Travel Resources to Help Guide You

U.S. Department of State Travel Information

Up to date travel information, downloadable forms and applications, and everything you need to make your journey a smooth one.

Passport Information and Requirements

Learn about new passport regulations, download an application to get or renew a passport, check the status of a passport application online.

Travel Warnings

Find out if your destination is safe to visit.

Consular Information Sheets

Fact sheets on every country in the world.

Transportation Security Administration

Find out what you are permitted to take on the plane.

Screening Process

Learn what to expect during the screening process.

TSA Pre-Check

Find out how to apply for this expedited screening program.

U.S. Customs

You should be aware of the rules for bringing items back from your trip and into the United States.

Bureau of Transportation Statistics

Airline On-Time Statistics and Delay Causes

Flight Status-Air Traffic Control System Command Center

Check current airport conditions and flight delays

Travel Articles

Out of Africa Part 2 – Magical Kenya’s National Parks

28 Dec

I consider my trip to Kenya to be comprised of two distinct parts – the city of Nairobi and the open spaces of Kenya’s national parks and the traditional safari that everyone thinks of when they consider visiting Africa. Kenya has 24 national parks. That’s in...

Out of Africa – My dream trip to Kenya (finally!)

14 Dec

A month after I left for my first trip to Africa, I am finally getting around to putting into words what Kenya was like. I got home the day before Thanksgiving and life just got in the way, so I’m sorry for this late email. Kenya – I am not sure how to adequately...