Web sites that will help you prepare for your trip
Whether traveling for a service project or participating in an exchange program, Rotarians and other members of the family of Rotary often travel for change. Here are some resources to help you get started.
Rotaractor Madeline Thiebaud leads ecofriendly tours in Honduras.
Photo by Monika Lozinska-Lee/Rotary Images
Safety
Be sure to check travel, foreign affairs, or state department Web sites to get information on safety concerns before you leave. Here are a few:
Find additional information about travel to and from the United States through the Transportation Security Administration.
“Rotarians are a great resource. Get in touch with an area club for the best information about safety, health concerns, weather, and dress.”
– Lisa Silberstein, Volunteer Service Grant coordinator
Health and vaccinations
Learn about the health risks abroad and the vaccinations you need to prevent them at the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization Web sites.
Water concerns
Potable water can be an issue in some areas. The CDC offers suggestions to make your drinking water safe.
Visa requirements
Visa requirements depend upon your nationality and destination. Check entry requirements with the consular officials in the country you’re visiting.
Find a list of U.S. embassies.
Get information on obtaining a visa to enter the United States.
International calling
Prepaid phone cards are easy to use and can be purchased almost anywhere. Every country has its own access number, so be sure to find out the number of the country you’ll be visiting before you leave.
Find out about phone cards and access numbers through these Web sites: