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• Weather
  

  Clickable Forecast Map

  Forecasts for cities and regions in map format from the NOAA Network Information Center.

  Current weather maps

  from the National Hurricane Center.

  Weather Gopher

  Current satellite maps, state-by-state forecasts and bulletins, earthquake and tropical storm information, and Canadian weather forecasts via gopher from the University of Michigan.

  Current Seismicity Information

  from the National Earthquake Information Center

  Tourist Information
  

  National Park Service

  Information on National Parks organized by state, by park name, by region, and by theme.

  USDA Forest Service

  The Forest Service is charged with maintaining "America's Great Outdoors. Information available includes instructions on reserving campsites, as well as details on resources and recreational opportunities for each National Forest and Grassland. This data is accessible by clickable map, by state, or by forest or grassland name.

  Publications
  

  Federal Consumer Information Center

  Order travel-related publications direct from Uncle Sam at reasonable prices. Place an order for printed copies of many of these publications here or you can freely view the text for these publications online as noted below:

  Discover America: A Listing of State and Territorial Travel Offices of the United States.

  Use this list to order free vacation information including maps, calendars of events, travel guides, and more.

  Fly-Rights.

  Practical advice for airline travelers on how to get the best fares and what to do when faced with lost tickets and baggage, canceled or overbooked flights, travel scams, and much more.

  Fly Smart.

  Lists more than 30 things you can do to help make your flight a safe one. Includes a passenger checklist.

  Travel Tips for Older Americans.

  This booklet provides advice to help you plan a safe and healthy trip and to make your trip the exciting, memorable event it should be.

  Foreign Entry Requirements.

  Embassy and consulate addresses where visas may be obtained along with any special requirements.

  National Park System Map and Guide.

  This full color map lists activities at over 300 parks, monuments, and historic sites.

  National Trails System Map and Guide.

  This full color map describes eight national scenic trails and nine national historic trails.

  Lesser Known Areas of the National Park System.

  Listing by state of more than 170 national parks, their accommodations, locations, and historical significance.

  Passports: Applying for Them the Easy Way.

  How, when, and where to apply for U.S. passports. Includes information on fees.

  New Horizons for the Air Traveler with a Disability.

  Describes accommodations, facilities, and services that are required to be available and accessible.

  
  

  National Wildlife Refuges: A Visitor's Guide.

  A full color map showing the best viewing seasons and recreational and educational opportunities at nearly 400 wildlife refuges nationwide.

  
  

  Mapping Products from the U.S. Geological Survey.

  Includes information on topographic, satellite image and thematic maps.

International Travel

U.S. State Department Travel Warnings and Consular Information Sheets

Travel Warnings are issued by the U.S. Department of State to recommend that Americans avoid travel to a certain country. Consular Information Sheets are available on every country in the world and include information such as the location of the U.S. embassy or consulate, health conditions, unusual currency and entry regulations, and other important information. The State Department also provides on-line information on obtainingPassportsand dealing with emergencieswhile traveling overseas. Pamphlets of practical travel tips can be ordered from the Travel Tips and Information page at minimal costs.

Country Studies/Area Handbooks

From the Federal Research Division of the Library of Congress, each of these books deal with a particular foreign country.

The 1995 CIA World Fact Book

Information on every country in the world, prepared by the U.S. Government for use by U.S. Government officials. Sources include (among others) the CIA, Department of State, and the Foreign Broadcast Information Service.

U.S. Information Agency

Educational and Cultural Exchanges including the Fulbright program.

Citizens' Handbook

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