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10 Popular Travel Destinations You Can Actually Skip This Year—and Where to Go Instead

flip.it Travel trends can sometimes seem inexplicable: A destination may get a boost from a hot movie, or a currency shift; or it may simply seem that everyone you know is heading to the same spot at the same time.Yet trendy vacation spots often come with …

Flights to Iceland Just Dropped to $92

#DealOfTheDay

flip.it You might think of it as home to the villains from D2: The Mighty Ducks, and that's true, but Iceland is also an incredible place to visit, and you can often get there on the cheap right now.WOW Air, …

National Geographic Travel

It never hurts to be practical. Make sure you download these apps before you take off for your next trip.

These Are America's Happiest and Healthiest Cities

time.com See where your community ranks on a national survey of well-being

CDC Travelers' Health

#SpringBreak

Pack smart for spring break this year! Leave room in your suitcase for items like sunscreen, insect repellent, condoms, and your prescriptions. Get more CDC travel tips in this feature. http://go.usa.gov/xq2Fh

5 Places Where People Live the Longest and Healthiest Lives

time.com These areas are known as Blue Zones

Hookworms: the most common travel health risk no one warns Americans about

Good to be informed.

flip.it Even though the parasites were widespread in the U.S. not too long ago.No one wants worms in their feet. But unfortunately, hookworms don’t respect personal boundaries. They will take any chance you give them to burrow into your flesh, enter your bloodstream, and wend their way to your intestines,...

Where to Get Healthier in 2018

nytimes.com Hotels, cruises, airports and tour operators are making wellness a priority.

British tourists complain to mayor after being charged £463 for lunch in Venice

Watch out

flip.it A British tourist has written a letter of complaint to Venice’s mayor after he and his parents were charged €526 (£463) for lunch in a restaurant near St Mark’s Square.Luke Tang, a university lecturer from Birmingham, said he and his 70-year-old parents were shocked to be charged so much for the sea...

Nine things cruise newbies need to know before walking the gangplank

flip.it First-time cruisers have a lot to wrap their heads around. There are hundreds of cruise lines out there, and sifting through the options — like the themes (“The Walking Dead” or “Oprah”?) destinations (Caribbean, Alaska, Mediterranean, Asia?) and even ship sizes (travel on the largest cruise ship in

10 Bucket List Trips Around the World You Probably Never Thought Of

ecophiles.com Looking for a travel destination that's unique and underrated? These 10 lesser known natural wonders are perfect to add to your travel bucket list!

Earthquake and Hurricane in Mexico - Alert - Level 2, Practice Enhanced Precautions - Travel Health Notices | Travelers' Health | CDC

wwwnc.cdc.gov Two recent natural disasters have caused severe damage, injuries, and deaths in Mexico.

Flooding in South Asia - Alert - Level 2, Practice Enhanced Precautions - Travel Health Notices | Travelers' Health | CDC

wwwnc.cdc.gov Since the monsoon season began in August 2017, widespread flooding in Bangladesh, India, and Nepal has affected more than 40 million people.

16 apps that fix the most annoying things about traveling

flip.it When it comes to traveling, there are plenty of annoying little problems that can put a damper on your trip.You may not know it, but there's a way to skip the long customs line at the airport, find a last-minute hotel room for cheap, and renew your passport without ever leaving your home. All you ne...

While America Ignores A Disease Bigger Than Zika, Its Victims Remain Invisible

flip.it Some 300,000 in America have the disease.This article is part of HuffPost’s Project Zero campaign, a yearlong series on neglected tropical diseases and efforts to fight them.LOS ANGELES ― Pancha sits in her cramped living room and scoops her two little dogs into her lap. They cry when she leaves the

CDC Travelers' Health

Alcohol and water sports don’t mix! Be a smart traveler - avoid alcohol while swimming, diving, and boating. Learn more: https://go.usa.gov/x5MDD

Yellow Fever in Brazil - Alert - Level 2, Practice Enhanced Precautions - Travel Health Notices | Travelers' Health | CDC

wwwnc.cdc.gov The Brazilian Ministry of Health has reported an ongoing outbreak of yellow fever starting in December 2016. In response to this outbreak, health authorities have recently expanded the list of areas in which yellow fever vaccination is recommended for travelers.

52 Places to Go in 2017

nytimes.com There are thousands of getaways to explore this year. Here are some ideas to get you started.

Yellow Fever in Brazil - Alert - Level 2, Practice Enhanced Precautions - Travel Health Notices | Travelers' Health | CDC

wwwnc.cdc.gov The Brazilian Ministry of Health has reported an ongoing outbreak of yellow fever starting in December 2016. In response to this outbreak, health authorities have recently expanded the list of areas in which yellow fever vaccination is recommended for travelers.

Hajj and Umrah in Saudi Arabia - Alert - Level 2, Practice Enhanced Precautions - Travel Health Notices | Travelers' Health | CDC

wwwnc.cdc.gov The annual Hajj, or pilgrimage to Mecca, Saudi Arabia, is among the largest mass gatherings in the world. Because of the crowds, mass gatherings such as Hajj and Umrah are associated with unique health risks. Before you go, you should visit a travel health specialist for advice, make sure you are up...

Zika Virus in Mexico - Alert - Level 2, Practice Enhanced Precautions - Travel Health Notices | Travelers' Health | CDC

wwwnc.cdc.gov Local transmission of Zika virus infection (Zika) has been reported. Local transmission means that mosquitoes in the area have been infected with Zika virus, spreading it to people.

Malaria in South Africa - Alert - Level 2, Practice Enhanced Precautions - Travel Health Notices | Travelers' Health | CDC

wwwnc.cdc.gov Cases of malaria have been reported in parts of three provinces in South Africa where transmission of the disease does not usually occur.

Zika Virus in Argentina - Alert - Level 2, Practice Enhanced Precautions - Travel Health Notices | Travelers' Health | CDC

wwwnc.cdc.gov Local transmission of Zika virus infection (Zika) has been reported in Argentina. Local mosquito transmission means that mosquitoes in the area are infected with Zika virus and are spreading it to people.

Yellow Fever in Brazil - Alert - Level 2, Practice Enhanced Precautions - Travel Health Notices | Travelers' Health | CDC

wwwnc.cdc.gov The Brazilian Ministry of Health has reported an ongoing outbreak of yellow fever starting in December 2016. In response to this outbreak, health authorities have recently expanded the list of areas in which yellow fever vaccination is recommended for travelers.

Zika vaccine test moves to next stage with more than 2,000 volunteers in U.S., abroad

washingtonpost.com An experimental vaccine developed by NIH scientists will get tested in Houston, Miami and other regions in the Americas to determine whether it's effective in preventing Zika.

Fun in the Sun

cdc.gov Spending time overseas this summer? Follow these tips to reduce your risk of illness or injury abroad.

Zika infection may affect adult brain cells, suggesting risk may not be limited to pregnant women | Newswire

newswire.rockefeller.edu Zika in the adult brain: Illumination of the fluorescent biomarker in green revealed that Zika can infect the adult mouse brain in a region full of neural progenitor cells, which play an important role in learning and memory.

Zika Travel Information | Travelers' Health | CDC

Zika - Is it safe to travel. The concerns may extend far beyond just newborns. There is emerging evidence that it may affect the brains of adults

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CDC Travelers' Health

It's #WorldPolioDay - help prevent the spread of polio. Find out if you need a booster before your next international trip: http://go.usa.gov/jyhR

16 incredible European destinations that haven't been discovered by tourists

businessinsider.com From Denmark's Faroe Islands to one of Armenia's oldest monasteries, here are the places you can enjoy without hordes of other travelers.

New Law Will Make Airlines Refund Baggage Fees When Bags Are Delayed

consumerist.com You’ve been there. You’re sitting at an airport in one state, while your luggage is stranded at an airport in another after it failed to make its connecting flight. You desperately need…

2016 Summer Olympics (Rio 2016) - Alert - Level 2, Practice Enhanced Precautions - Travel Health...

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Zika Virus in Belize - Alert - Level 2, Practice Enhanced Precautions - Travel Health Notices |...

wwwnc.cdc.gov Local transmission of Zika virus infection (Zika) has been reported. Local transmission means that mosquitoes in the area have been infected with Zika virus, spreading it to people.

Scientists Discover A Second Bacterium That Causes Lyme Disease

npr.org It's not the tick that causes Lyme disease, but the bacteria that live in its spit. Scientists at the Mayo Clinic have found a second bacterium capable of causing the disease in people.

Question and Answers: Zika virus infection (Zika) and pregnancy | Zika virus | CDC

http://www.cdc.gov/zika/pregnancy/question-answers.html

cdc.gov Because specific areas where Zika virus transmission is ongoing are difficult to determine and likely to change over time, CDC will update this travel notice as information becomes available. Check CDC’s Zika Travel Information website frequently for the most up-to-date recommendations.

Florida declares public health emergency for Zika in four counties

cbsnews.com "We know that we must be prepared for the worst even as we hope for the best," governor says

Zika virus

Passport Expiring Soon? Renew It Now, State Dept. Says

flip.it If you have a United States passport expiring any time in 2016, the State Department has a message for you: Renew it now.The department anticipates a surge in passport demand throughout this year, and officials hope to avoid a crush that could leave some Americans fuming in frustration with no …

Geographic Distribution | Zika virus | CDC

Pregnant ladies should reconsider traveling South

www.cdc.gov *For these countries, the only evidence of Zika virus transmission is from studies that detected Zika virus antibodies in healthy people. These studies cannot determine where the people were infected or if they were infected with Zika virus because the antibodies may have resulted from infections w…

Short Answers to Hard Questions About Zika Virus

nytimes.com Why scientists are worried about the Zika virus, and how to avoid it.

40 Popular Tourist Scams Every Traveler Should Know About

earthables.com For international travelers, a fantasy vacation can quickly turn sour because of a scam. Yes, experiencing the unknown is part of the fun of traveling, but a vacation can become a nightmare when you're constantly wary of getting scammed in addition to struggling with language barriers, differe...