This section will have information about travel in general, and also information about specific countries. For instance, you might find information about visa requirements, vaccinations, and such (most links courtesy of Operation Giving Back).
If you know which country you would like to search, you can visit the Operation Giving Back Volunteer Toolkit and search by country. Otherwise, simply browse in the links below and choose your country or region for further information.
Travel Basics
International SOS Emergency Record maintains medical records, emergency contacts, medications, and vaccinations histories for travelers, available over the internet
Specific Information Regarding Countries
Foreign and Commonwealth Office: Worldwide British Embassy locations, information on health insurance, country-specific facts
US Department of State: Worldwide US Embassy locations, safety concerns, entry/exit requirements for all countries
Tagish: List of worldwide embassies
Country Reports: Country information for students and educators
Country Watch: Political, Cultural, Demographic and Daily News Information
Atlapedia: Maps of countries around the world
CIA World Fact Book: Country Profiles and Security Information
Health Related Links
MASTA Travel Health: Search by country to see what vaccinations and precautions are needed
Travel Advisories
Language Tools
Liability and Malpractice
Understanding Charitable Immunity Legislation: Document pertaining primarily to volunteer work performed within the US, the principles could be applied to work performed elsewhere
Travel Insurance