Social Sciences Librarian
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Richmond, VA 23238
Government Information for Travelers
Just to make sure you're prepared and have the necessary papers, vaccinations, visas, check out these government web sites.
- Country Specific Travel Information(U.S. State Dept.) "For each country, you will find information like the location of the U.S. embassy and any consular offices; whether you need a visa; crime and security information; health and medical conditions; drug penalties; and localized hot spots."
- Travel.State.GovInfo on passports, visas, conditions affecting travelers, etc.
- Office of Travel and Tourism IndustriesStatistics on U.S. Travel abroad and visitors to the U.S from the Commerce Dept.
- Students AbroadCovers travel docs, health, emergencies, voting, safety tips, etc.
- Travelers' HealthArticles, news, alerts, and tips from the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Connecting to Library Resources from Abroad
To access the University of Richmond's Library resources (such as databases, ebooks, and journal articles) from off campus, you'll need to connect using a VPN Client, which you should download and test before you leave. Click on the link below for instructions on setting up your VPN connection and contact info in case you need help.
- VPN Instructions (UR Information Services)Scroll down to where it says "Off Campus: VPN Connection."
Commercial Travel Information
Most commercially available travel guides have free web sites with useful information. Several of the best known are listed below.
- Lonely PlanetHas both country/city specific and general information.
- FrommersLots of information about trip planning, as well as specific destinations.
- FodorsIn addition to standard information, there are forums for most regions for exchange of information and trip reports.
- Rough GuidesIncludes articles and a photo gallery.
- Let's GoThey advertise themselves as appealing to "the young and budget-savvy traveler."
- Go Nomad"Alternative travel"
Study Abroad
The first stop for UR students, faculty, and staff planning educational/professional travel should be the Office of International Education's Study Abroad web page, but there are many other sources of information.
- Go Abroad.comIncludes information on study, jobs, internships, and volunteer work abroad, as well as travel information.
- Study Abroad.comVery useful for locating specific programs in desired locations.
- Center for Global EducationProvides support for international learning at colleges and universities.