Lady In Red Travels
Travel Resources
The websites I rely on for planning, packing and getting there. All tried, all trusted.
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Before You Go (International)
Papers, entry rules and the things to sort out first.
Travel.State.Gov
travel.state.govPassport applications and renewals, plus travel advisories and entry requirements for every country.
Visit site(opens in a new tab)STEP (Smart Traveler Enrollment Program)
step.state.govRegister your trip with the nearest U.S. embassy so they can reach you in an emergency.
Visit site(opens in a new tab)CDC Travelers' Health
wwwnc.cdc.govRecommended vaccines and health notices, destination by destination.
Visit site(opens in a new tab)IATA Travel Centre
iatatravelcentre.comCheck passport, visa and health entry rules for any route, using the same information the airlines rely on.
Visit site(opens in a new tab)U.S. Embassies
usembassy.govFind the U.S. embassy or consulate in any country, with local emergency contacts.
Visit site(opens in a new tab)IAMAT
iamat.orgA directory of English-speaking doctors and clinics around the world.
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Flights and the Airport
Better fares, shorter lines and fewer surprises.
Google Flights
google.comCompare fares across airlines, with a calendar that shows the cheapest days to fly.
Visit site(opens in a new tab)FlightAware
flightaware.comLive flight tracking, handy for following delays or someone's arrival.
Visit site(opens in a new tab)FlightRights.gov
flightrights.govThe Department of Transportation's guide to what each airline owes you when a flight is delayed or canceled.
Visit site(opens in a new tab)TSA
tsa.govWhat you can carry on, wait times, and how to apply for TSA PreCheck.
Visit site(opens in a new tab)Global Entry
ttp.cbp.dhs.govFaster re-entry through U.S. customs when you come home from abroad.
Visit site(opens in a new tab)Mobile Passport Control
cbp.govA free U.S. Customs app for sending your passport details ahead, for a quicker line when you land. Great if you don't have Global Entry.
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Getting Around
From the airport to everywhere else.
Packing and Practical Details
The little things that make a trip go smoothly.
World Standards
worldstandards.euPlug types and voltage country by country, so you pack the right adapter.
Visit site(opens in a new tab)Time and Date
timeanddate.comTime zones, local holidays and weather averages for planning.
Visit site(opens in a new tab)Google Translate
translate.google.comText, voice and camera translation. Download languages before you go to use it offline.
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These are independent websites that I'm not affiliated with. I share them because I use them myself.