Ready Reference
Travel Guides
50 States of the United States: Capital Cities and Information Links
http://www.50states.com
This site on the fifty states (and the U.S. commonwealths and territories) has information such as: location (latitude and longitude), birds, colleges and universities, constitutions, flowers, genealogical resources, geological formations, geographical features, mottos, national forests and parks, newspapers, nicknames, nonprofit organizations, populations, state and federal representatives, songs, and the date of entry into the union. All facts are linked to over 1529 governmental or authoritative webpages.
Air Travel - Official Information and Services from the U.S. government
http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Travel/Air.shtml
Travel warnings, air travel security tips, real-time airport status, preparing to fly.
Air Travel: Permitted and Prohibited Items
http://www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/prohibited/permitted-prohibited-items.shtm
Before you fly, read the list of permitted and prohibited items. To ensure the health and welfare of certain air travelers, check out the permitted and prohibited items.
Airport Wait Times
http://cbp.gov/linkhandler/cgov/travel/wait_times/airport_wait_times.ctt/airport_wait_times.xls
Provides incoming travelers a glimpse at the average wait times at top major U.S. airports.
American Park Network
http://americanparknetwork.com
The most comprehensive source of information on America's favorite National Park.
Amtrak
http://www.amtrak.com/
Here you'll find information to help you research your trip, find the best fare, book your tickets and get the most out of your Amtrak experience.
Border Wait Times
http://apps.cbp.gov/bwt/
Estimated wait times at major northern and southern border crossings.
City Guides
http://www.50states.com/cityguides/
Local city guides for each city in each state.
Foreign Embassies in the United States
http://www.state.gov/s/cpr/rls/dpl/32122.htm
A list of websites for foreign embassies in the U.S.
Historic Places and Preservation
http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/History_Preservation.shtml
Historic preservation, National Register of Historic Places, White House, historic landmarks.
National Register of Historic Places - National Park Service
http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/travel/
Spotlighting different geographic regions and themes across the country, National Register Travel Itineraries expose you to a huge variety of places significant in American history, architecture, archeology, engineering, and culture.
Recreation and Tourism
http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Travel/Recreation.shtml
National parks, National Atlas, outdoor maps, the National Zoo, museums, hobbies, leisure activities.
Restricted/Prohibited Goods to Bring into the United States - U.S. Customs and Border Protection
http://cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/vacation/kbyg/prohibited_restricted.xml
As a traveler, you should be aware of the rules for bringing items into the United States.
Road and Train Travel
http://www.usa.gov/Citizen/Topics/Travel/Road.shtml
Gas prices, National Scenic Byways, road closure and traffic information, Amtrak, rail travel information.
State Tourism Offices
http://www.usatourist.com/english/tips/touristoffices.html
A list of links for the tourist offices in each state.
State Transportation Web Sites
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/webstate.htm
Links to the transportation sites of the 50 states and the District of Columbia that give specific travel and visitor information for the state.
Tips on Bringing Agricultural Products (Food, Plants, and Animals) into the United States - U.S. Customs and Border Protection
http://cbp.gov/xp/cgov/travel/clearing_goods/agri_prod_inus.xml
All travelers entering the United States are required to DECLARE any meats, fruits, vegetables, plants, seeds, animals, and plant and animal products (including soup or soup products) they may be carrying.
Travel and Tour in the U.S. - Official Information and Services from the U.S. government
http://www.usa.gov/visitors/travel.shtml
Explore U.S. tourist sites; find maps of the U.S.; learn about driving in the U.S.
Travel Safely
http://www.usa.gov/Topics/Usgresponse/Travel_Safely.shtml
Airline status, airport screening, foreign travel advisories, citizens abroad.
USATourist.com
http://www.usatourist.com/
USA travel information for visitors from all countries.
Visa Information - U.S. Embassy in Thailand
http://bangkok.usembassy.gov/services/visa/index.htm
Visa Processing Procedures and Services in Thailand, Instructions to Apply for a Visa, Visa Forms, Frequently Asked Questions About Nonimmigrant Visas Information and Appointment Website and Call-Center, etc.
Visiting the United States
http://www.usa.gov/visitors/visit.shtml
Travel, Study, Work and Learn about the United States of America - For Visitors to the U.S.