This popular book provides current information designed to help students, seniors, and others interested in planning an easy trip or vacation overseas. Topics include: - customs restrictions - where to locate medical assistance if required - passport and visa information - foreign country entry requirements - who to turn to in various emergencies (such as losing your passport) - traveling with disabilities and more. For example, one of the book's quick tips will show you how to easily register your travel plans with the State Department. This will help the government contact you if there is a family emergency in the U.S., or if there is a crisis where you are traveling. Another section provides accurate information on taking medications or filling prescriptions overseas. Did you know you should check with the foreign embassy of any country you are visiting in order to make sure that none of your medications will be considered illegal narcotics? Take advantage of the material in this book on traveling abroad, and learn how to have fun and be prepared at the same time.