General

• Study Abroad Student Handbook
  www.studentsabroad.com
  This comprehensive guide provides resources and preparation tips for students considering study abroad.
• Country Information
  www.state.gov/r/pa/ei/bgn
  This site includes background notes on countries compiled by the US Department of State.
• CIA World Factbook
  www.cia.gov/library/publications/the-world-factbook
  This site offers basic information from the US perspective regarding countries and non-self-governing entities across the world.
• International Clothing and Shoe Conversions
  www.onlineconversion.com/clothing
  Make sure to check out this website in order to figure out one of the really important things about study abroad.
• Travlang
  www.travlang.com
  This comprehensive travel site includes currency conversions, traveling dictionaries, and US roadmaps.
• International Student
  www.internationalstudent.com
  This comprehensive site is continually updating with new resources, information, and blogs for students studying abroad.

Travel

• Travel Registration
  travelregistration.state.gov/ibrs/ui
  It is recommended that all students studying abroad register with the Department of State before traveling. The service is free, and can be valuable in the instance of a national emergency or other safety issue.
• Students Abroad
  studentsabroad.state.gov
  The US Department of State offers information on a wealth of topics, including travel documentation, what to do in case of an emergency, and health.
• Foreign Entry Requirements
  http://travel.state.gov/travel/tips/tips_1232.html#requirement
  Use this Department of State service in order to determine what documents and actions are required in order to entry a country.
• International Student Identity Card
  isic.org
  Purchase this card before you travel, and make use of discounts on travel, food, and lodging by 40,000 participating entities. The card also acts as a calling card, and can be used for voicemail services.
• Centers for Disease Control
  wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel
  The Centers for Disease Control offers this website specifically for travelers, including vaccination needs, health threats based on destination, and tips for staying healthy while traveling.
• World Health Organization
  www.who.int/countries/en
  This website by the United Nations includes information on health risks and circumstances in every country of the world.

Money

• XE Currency Converter
  www.xe.com/currency
  This reliable currency converter takes recent data into account in its currency conversions between most currencies in the world.

Communication

• Skype
  www.skype.com
  You probably know that Skype allows free video chats from anywhere in the world, but did you know that you can also use Skype to call phones more cheaply than regular international calls?