TRAVEL & INTERNATIONAL
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- Access-Able Travel Source - http://www.access-able.com -
This site provides access information to mature and disabled travelers.
- Arthur Frommer's Encyclopedia - http://www.frommers.com/ -
Travel bargains and information from a famous name in travel.
- CNN-Travel Guide - http://www.cnn.com/TRAVEL/ -
Provides access to a complete travel guide, including travel news, city guides, currency, ski reports, etc.
- Embassy World - http://www.embassyworld.com -
All the embassies in an easy-to-navigate directory. Includes embassies & consulates of the world, embassies of other nations in the U.S., and U.S. embassies worldwide.
- Fodor's - http://www.fodors.com/ -
A timely reference source with sections on trip planning, reviews of hot travel sites, hotel and restaurant index, etc.
- Foreign Languages for Travelers - http://www.travlang.com/languages -
Provides language help in over 70 languages.
- The Independent Traveler - http://www.independenttraveler.com/ -
The Independent Traveler is a community of travelers who enjoy the fun of planning their own trips and the adventure of independent travel.
- Lonely Planet - http://www.lonelyplanet.com/ -
This site is especially good for the off-the-beaten path locations. It also provides links to travel health and much more.
- Orbitz - http://www.orbitz.com/
Find low cost airfares, hotel rooms, rental cars, cruises, tour packages. Registration is required only if you are making a reservation.
- Travel Channel Online - http://www.travelchannel.com/ -
Find handy travel information: converters, maps, health information, destinations, learning vacations, and much more.
- Travel Source Guide - http://www.travelsource.com -
Provides a guide to cruises and specialty vacations such as safaris, cycling, rafting, fishing, etc. Also provides information on resorts, bed and breakfast accommodations, and tours.
- TRAVEL.ORG - http://www.travel.org/index2.html -
A well-organized travel site arranged by location, airlines, hotels, and more.
- Whale-Watching-Web - http://www.physics.helsinki.fi/whale/ -
Locates whale-watching sites throughout the world.
- Zagat Restaurant Survey - http://www.zagat.com/ -
Provides access to the information in the Survey books; includes reviews.
- Classic 164 Currency Converter - http://www.oanda.com/converter/classic -
Find currency exchange rates for over 164 countries.
- The Universal Currency Converter ™ - http://www.xe.net/currency/ -
Provides access to an interactive foreign exchange rate conversion database.
- Festivals.com - http://www.festivals.com -
Search for festivals by categories: arts, children, music, sports, etc.
- Governments on the www - http://www.gksoft.com/govt/en/ -
Find world government information, heads of state, political parties, tourist information, and more.
- Recreation.gov - http://www.recreation.gov/ -
Here you'll find information from all of the federal land management agencies on recreation sites throughout the country. Searchable by state, agency, or recreational activity.
- US Customs Service - http://www.customs.ustreas.gov -
Find U.S. customs law and regulations, customs exporter program, and more.
- US State Department Bureau of Consular Affairs - http://travel.state.gov/ -
Visit this site for information about passports, overseas travel, customs, etc.
- American Camping Association - http://www.acacamps.org/ -
The site includes information on camps both for children and adults. Search for over 2,000 camps that have earned ACA-accreditation.
- Camping Basics (About.com) - http://www.camping.about.com/blbasics.htm
Find extensive information that will help make your camping trip a pleasant experience.
- DesertUSA Magazine - http://www.desertusa.com -
Provides a travel guide to U.S. deserts. Includes plants, animals, tours, activities.
- Great Outdoor Recreation Pages - http://www.gorp.com -
Find extensive information on planning your trip or vacation in the Great Outdoors.
- GreatOutdoors.com - http://www.greatoutdoors.com -
Information on climbing, fishing, hiking, camping, and other outdoor recreation.
- Love the Outdoors - http://www.lovetheoutdoors.com
Find extensive information on camping and outdoor adventure.
- New York Parks and Conservation Association - http://www.nypca.org
This site provides an online guide to trails and greenways in New York State.
- OneDayHikes.com - http://www.onedayhikes.com
Find information on hiking in many locations throughout the world. Find directions, types of trails, and "Hikes of the Week."
- Woodall's Camping & RVing - http://www.woodalls.com -
At this site you can locate campgrounds and RV parks, find information on recreational vehicles, and more.
- All the Hotels on the Web - http://www.all-hotels.com/home.htm -
Provides links to thousands of hotels around the world.
- America’s Inns and Lodges Online - http://www.setii.com -
Provides extensive links to a wide variety of travel sources, such as travel agents, flight schedules, etc.
- Hotels and Travel on the Net - http://www.hotelstravel.com/ -
Provides information on hotels, airlines, airports, and a collection of links to maps for each geographic site.
- Internet Guide to Hostelling - http://www.hostels.com -
Provides the largest directory of hostels.
- All the World Maps - http://www.embassyworld.com/maps/maps.html
Find maps for the countries of the world. Worldwide directories provide links to embassies, consulates, telephone directories, and much more.
- Country Commercial Guides - http://www.state.gov/www/about_state/business/com_guides/1998/ -
Put out annually by the US government, these guides provide comprehensive economic, financial, and commercial information about countries throughout the world.
- Directory of Country Tourism Offices Worldwide - http://www.towd.com
This directory lists official government tourism offices, convention and visitors bureaus, chambers of commerce, and much more.
- European Governments - http://www.gksoft.com/govt/en/europa.html -
Provides extensive information on European governments, including government agencies, departments, media, and more.
- I LOVE NY - http://iloveny.state.ny.us/ -
Provides links to New York State attractions.
- NYC LINK - http://www.ci.nyc.ny.us/ -
This is the official New York City web site.
- NYToday - http://www.nytoday.com/ -
Presents events of interest to the NY City visitor/tourist.
- Playbill On-Line - http://www.playbill.com -
An extensive site with show listings, schedules, phone numbers & addresses of theaters, awards, etc.
- CDC Travel Information - http://www.cdc.gov/travel/ -
Tips from the Centers for Disease Control to help you stay healthy while traveling. Includes information on disease outbreaks overseas, necessary vaccinations, etc.
- Travel Health Online - http://www.tripprep.com -
Provides information on disease prevention, travel vaccines and warnings about crime in 220 countries.
- National Park Service - http://www.nps.gov/parks.html -
Provides detailed information on visiting a national park. Searchable by park name or state.
- Airlines of the Web - http://flyaow.com -
Provides links to airline web pages, information on frequent flyer programs, and a wide variety of aviation links
- Albany International Airport - http://www.albanyairport.com
- Amtrak Online - http://www.amtrak.com/ -
Provides complete information on Amtrak, which includes travel planner, schedules, reservations, etc.
- Expedia - http://www.expedia.com -
This exhaustive database used by travel agents lets you search for flights, hotels, and rental cars. Allows you to book flights and reserve rooms.
- Frequent Flyer Program Site - http://frequentflier.com -
This site helps the traveler maximize the use of frequent flyer miles.
- John F. Kennedy International Airport - http://www.panynj.gov/aviation/jfkhomemain.html
- LaGuardia Airport - http://www.panynj.gov/aviation/lgahomemain.htm
- Metro-North Railroad - http://www.mta.info
Information about schedules, fares, and more.
- New York City Transit - http://www.mta.nyc.ny.us/nyct/index.html -
Provides information about buses, subways, the Staten Island Railway, and more.
- Orbitz - http://www.orbitz.com -
Five major airlines claim to provide the lowest airfares on the Web. The site also provides listings of hotels, rental cars, cruises, and more.
- Priceline.com - http://www.priceline.com -
An interesting site that allows you to bid on available airline seats.
- QuickAid Airport Directory - http://www.quickaid.com/airports -
Provides extensive information on airports in selected cities throughout the U.S.
- Rail Europe - http://www.raileurope.com/us/ -
Advertised as "your one source" for European travel. You can check train fares and schedules and book your seats. Also provides information on air travel, cars, hotels, etc.
- RailServe: The Internet Railroad Directory - http://www.railserve.com/ -
This comprehensive site links you to all aspects of rail service and railroads. find railroad antiques, associations, rail systems throughout the world and much more!
- Stewart International Airport - http://www.stewartintlairport.com -
Find travel information: flight schedules, airlines, reservations and more from our local airport.
- Tracking Down the Best Fares - http://www.bestfares.com -
Provides information on the best fares available, including "deep discounts" on air fares, hotels, car rentals, cruises, etc.
- Travelocity - http://www.travelocity.com -
Provides travelers with information on the lowest airfares from 14 American cities such as Atlanta, Phoenix, Las Vegas. The Lowest Fares Directory is updated daily.
- World Airports Database - http://www.tyzo.com/suppliers/airports.html -
Find links to airports throughout the U.S. and the world.
- World Airport Guide - http://www.worldairportguide.com -
Find information on airports throughout the world. This site includes travel guides, ground transportation, and more.

