The CDC Travelers' Health website provides a wealth of information for international travelers and the healthcare providers who serve them. Here's a summary of what you can find on the site:

• Routine Vaccines: The site emphasizes the importance of being up to date on recommended routine vaccines prior to travel, including Flu, RSV, and COVID-19,
• Destinations: You can view health information for all travel destinations.
• Clinic Advice for Travelers: The site offers personalized health information and tools for global travel.
•  Disease Directory: There's a comprehensive directory of diseases that travelers might encounter.
• Pre-travel Rapid Evaluation Portal for Patients**: This portal provides quick evaluations for travelers.
• Clinician Resources: The site provides resources for clinicians, including research and surveillance highlights.
• COVID-19 Travel Information: There's updated information related to travel during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Travel Industry Resources: The site provides resources for the travel industry.

Before you travel, it's recommended to check CDC’s webpage for your destination to see what vaccines or medicines you may need and what diseases or health risks are a concern at your destination. You can also sign up to get travel notices, clinical updates, and healthy travel tips.

The CIA World Factbook is a comprehensive resource that provides valuable information on the countries of the world. Here's a summary of what you can find on the site:

• Country Summaries: The site offers two- to three-page summaries of the demographics, geography, communications, government, economy, and military of 266 U.S.-recognized countries, dependencies, and other areas in the world.
• Travel Facts: The World Factbook Travel Facts provide what you should know about each country before you go.
• One-page Country Summaries: If you're pressed for time, you can check out one-page summaries for essential information on each country.
• Flags of the World: You can view flags of all the world’s countries and territories to learn the symbolism behind each design.

The World Factbook is updated annually and is a reliable source of information for travelers, researchers, and anyone interested in learning more about the world.

The Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP) website is the official U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) site where international travelers can apply for Trusted Traveler Programs. Here's a summary of what you can find on the site:

• Application for Trusted Traveler Programs: The site allows international travelers to apply for Trusted Traveler Programs (TTP) to expedite admittance into the United States.
• Programs: The Trusted Traveler Programs include Global Entry, TSA PreCheck®, SENTRI, NEXUS, and FAST. These are risk-based programs to facilitate the entry of pre-approved travelers.
• Eligibility and Fees: The site provides information on eligibility and fees for each program.
• Application Processing Time: The site provides information on the average processing time for each program.
• Renewal Information: If you submit a renewal application before your membership expires, you will be able to continue to use benefits after your membership expiration date.

The TTP provide modified screening for preapproved members, improving security by being more efficient during screenings, and facilitating legitimate trade and travel at ports of entry. They allow members to use expedited lanes at the U.S. airports, and when crossing international borders.

The U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) website provides a wealth of information for travelers. Here's a summary of what you can find on the site:

• CBP One™ Mobile Application: A single portal for multiple CBP services to streamline your experience.
• Global Entry: You can login to Global Entry, a program that allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low-risk travelers upon arrival in the United States.
• I-94 Record: You can find your I-94 record, which is a document that shows the date you entered the United States.
• Border Wait Times: The site provides information on the estimated wait times for crossing the U.S. border.
• Trusted Traveler Programs: The site provides information on the Trusted Traveler Programs, which provide expedited travel for pre-approved, low-risk travelers through dedicated lanes and kiosks.
• ESTA Application: You can apply for an Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA), which is an automated system that determines the eligibility of visitors to travel to the United States under the Visa Waiver Program.
• Port Information: You can locate port information.

The CBP is one of the world's largest law enforcement organizations and is charged with keeping terrorists and their weapons out of the U.S. while facilitating lawful international travel and trade. It takes a comprehensive approach to border management and control, combining customs, immigration, border security, and agricultural protection into one coordinated and supportive activity.

The U.S. Department of State - Travel Resources website provides a wealth of information for travelers. Here's a summary of what you can find on the site:

• Travel Advisories: As a first step in planning any trip abroad, check the Travel Advisories for your intended destination. The highest priority is to protect the lives and interests of U.S. citizens overseas.
• Emergency Information & Resources: The site provides resources for U.S. Citizen Travelers, including the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts and be located in an emergency.
• Passport Processing: The site encourages all Americans to check their passport expiration date before making any definitive plans for international travel. It provides resources to apply for a passport, renew your passport, and check your passport application status.
• Traveling Abroad: The site provides resources for preparing for a trip abroad, including travel advisories, information on international financial scams, and the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP).
• Students Abroad: The site provides resources for students exploring new destinations and experiencing other cultures.
• Travel Tips: The site provides travel tips for everyone, including older Americans.
• Passports & Documents: The site provides resources on where to apply for a passport, how to renew a passport, and how to report your passport lost or stolen.
• Authentication of Documents: The site provides information on some documents that require authentication before you can use them abroad.
• Visas: The site provides information on visa policy and procedure, business visas, and immigrant visas based on family ties, employment, adoption, special immigrant categories, and the diversity visa.

The U.S. Department of State - Travel Resources website is a valuable resource for anyone planning to travel internationally.

The U.S. Embassies website, managed by the U.S. Department of State, provides a wealth of information for travelers. Here's a summary of what you can find on the site:

• Official List of Embassies: The site provides an official list of U.S. embassies from the U.S. Department of State, organized by country.
• Embassy Services: U.S. embassies can help U.S. citizens get help during an emergency, replace a passport, and more.

The mission of the United States Embassy is to advance the interests of the United States, and to serve and protect U.S. citizens. It's a valuable resource for anyone planning to travel internationally.

Effective January 8, 2025, the United Kingdom will require an Electronic Travel Authorisation (UK ETA) for all U.S. and Canadian passport holders entering or transiting through the UK. 

Applications can be completed using the link below. Be sure to allow up to three business days for processing. UK ETAs will be valid for two years from date of issuance.