Birding Travel Tips from WildBirds.com
There are some wonderful travel sites on the web that can help you with passport information, health issues, maps, climate and more. Try these before embarking on your next domestic or international birding trip:
Safety:
U.S. Passport and Visas answers to common U.S. passport and visa questions
Travel Advisory Warnings from the USA click on Travel Warnings
Travel Advisor Warnings from the U.K. click on Travel Advice
Travel Advisory Warnings from Australia
Health:
Center for Disease Control travel warnings and tips. Or call 877-FYI-TRIP
World Health Organization info on diseases, vaccinations and health requirements plus country info.
Medical Advisory Service for Travellers Abroad independent health and travel advice
West Nile Virus information
International Society of Travel Medicine Extensive listings of travel-medicine clinics
American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene info on prevention of tropical diseases
International Ass'n for Medical Assistance to Travelers lists English speaking physicians around the world
Weather:
Weather for the U.S. and the world
Sunrise - Sunset For Anywhere, Anytime Yes, Tevya, it's True!
World Time Clock see the time anywhere in the world
Things to See:
National Park Service educational information, maps and fees
Birds by State or Province find local birding spots
Lonely Planet more tips for traveling on a budget
Bird Tour Companies at Wildbirds.com
Maps:
Get driving directions and maps at Mapquest.com
Get Maps at Google.com
WAY COOL: Download an interactive view of the Earth at Google.com
Packing List:
Get the Birding Trip To-Do List and Packing Checklist