These are some of my favorite Web links. I thought you might enjoy them, too. If you're planning a trip or just want to know what's going on out there, this information will help.

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Travel: Planning a global expedition?

U. S. State Department Travel Information

Get up-to-date info on more than 200 areas worldwide. Find out about political conditions, embassies, and crime. See which travel documents you'll need, and where you can get medical help.

Weather: Heading for the airport? Find out whether you'll need your umbrella.

Intellicast

Get three-day weather summaries and forecasts for locations in the United States. See a global view of the weather from a full-Earth satellite image.

For teachers, kids, and parents, too: Lots of things to do and learn.

History/Social Studies Web Site for K-12 Teachers

Be sure to visit Image Earth while you're at this site.

Africa: In-depth information about culture, history, and current events.

African Studies Center, University of Pennsylvania

Wait 'til you see all this great info about Africa! You'll find newsletters, photographs, and research reports, along with links to the home pages of individual countries.

Cosmo's Pick:

Feeling volatile? Check out this hot spot.

Volcano World

View images and get the facts about current, recent, famous, and deadly eruptions.

Know of any interesting web sites about geography, culture, or travel? Here's your chance to submit the addresses of any cool web sites you know of.