Student Travel - Stay Safe Globally

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Travel alerts and warnings lists from the US government usually overlap with countries comprising the "Axis of Evil" and countries the US government considers "state sponsors of terrorism" -- the places President Bush's administration not only doesn't want you to go, but may not help you in if you go anyway and have a problem: those would be places like...

What is the difference between a US government travel warning and a travel public announcement? Learn what a a travel warning is and what a public announcement is and the difference between the two in terms of your travel plans.

Plan safe student travel and avoid being the victim of street crime or falling into corrupt government officals' hands by following a few student travel safety precautions. Learn how to plan for hassle free and safe student travel here.

Women student travelers do havespecial concerns. Learn how to be prepared for a safe journey here.

Top 10 Tips for Taxi Safety - tips for student traveler safety in a taxi abroad.

The Bureau of Consular Affairs, Overseas Citizens Services is committed to assisting American citizens who become victims of crime while traveling, working, or residing abroad. If you are the victim of crime overseas, contact the nearest U.S. embassy, consulate, or consular agency for assistance - 1-888-407-4747 (during business hours) or 202-647-5225 (after hours).

"Registration at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate (in the country you are visiting) makes your presence and whereabouts known, in case it is necessary for a consular officer to contact you in an emergency. During a disaster overseas, American consular officers can assist in evacuation were that to become necessary."

The US government issues travel warnings regarding countries to which government officials believe travel is unsafe for US citizens. See the current US government travel warnings here.

The US government issues public announcements regarding travel to countries in which officials believe there may be a short term risk to US citizens. Travel public announcements are less serious than travel warnings and may regard conditions from weather to terrorism.

Stay safe in your hotel, motel or hostel!

Foil muggers with a fake or dummy wallet - avoid being robbed or mugged with this simple solution.

Foil muggers with a fake or dummy wallet - avoid being robbed or mugged with this simple solution.

Pepper spray can be your best self defense weapon. Learn how to use pepper spray safely and find a wide variety of pepper sprays - purse sized, pepper spray on a key chain, spraying rings and other ingenious pepper spray dispensers.

Choose a safe student travel tour group. Look for tour groups offering chaperones, rules, security and safety guidelines. Distinguish between student tour groups and travel agencies.

See current and ongoing travel warnings and links to government travel advisories. This page also offers tips on traveling safely during elections and holidays.