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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.

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

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,...

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...

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.

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.

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…

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.

Zika Virus in Colombia - Watch - Level 1, Practice Usual Precautions - Travel Health Notices |...

wwwnc.cdc.gov On October 16, 2015, Colombia announced local transmission of Zika virus infection in their country. This is the first time that Zika virus has been reported in Colombia. Local transmission means that mosquitoes in Colombia have been infected with Zika virus and are spreading it to people. CDC recom…

Hepatitis A in Mexico (Tulum) - Watch - Level 1, Practice Usual Precautions - Travel Health...

wwwnc.cdc.gov As of May 1, 2015, a total of 27 cases of hepatitis A have been reported in US travelers who went to Tulum, Mexico. All of the people traveled between the dates of February 15, 2015, and March 20, 2015. CDC recommends that travelers to Mexico get vaccinated against hepatitis A and follow all food an…