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Packing lists, packing hints, travel insurance, and a suitcase full of helpful information
Chile
Also included is a very useful table of Metric Conversion Coefficients and Factors.
Choose Your Destination
Use these useful tips to help select the right destination.
Connecting... solo travel network
Travel alone with others.
Distance and Temperature Converters
Convert miles/kilometers and Celsius/Fahrenheit with this handy tool.
Frommers
Tips for travel abroad - before you go.
Insurance Services of America
Specialize in providing high quality, affordable international health and travel insurance for international travelers with prompt personalized service.
Journeywoman
Helpful tips from the magazine for women who love to travel.
Orbitz: TravelWatch - Overseas Travel
Safety warnings, taking children overseas, US consulates and embassies abroad, US customs, and more useful info before you go.
Passport and Visa Information
Compiled by your Guide.
The America
General data on countries and populations from World Online.
Time, Electricity and Business Hours in South America
All time is measured from Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) to help you plan your travels
Travel Helpers
Select a country to find people there willing to answer your questions.
Travel Tips
A wealth of information from applying for a passport to safety while traveling - and more.
Travel with Kids
Helpful tips from my colleague Teresa Plowright at About.com.
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