Written by Isaac McQuistion Figuring out visas and navigating entry restrictions was challenging even before the COVID-19 pandemic. It is even more so now, as travelers try to plan trips while keeping track of a multitude of shifting variables and criteria, not to mention all the attendant health and safety… read more
Safety Advice
UT Restricted Regions List Update
On August 6, 2020, the U.S. Department of State (USDOS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) rescinded their blanket global health advisories for COVID-19 that included all countries worldwide. Now, both the USDOS and CDC rate each country individually. Most countries are classified as “Level 3: Reconsider… read more
Maintaining Your Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Just like your physical health, it is important for you to prioritize your mental health amid COVID-19. This article will describe methods to monitor your mental health, self-care while at home, and resources for help if needed. The most important point to remember is to be kind to yourself. Living… read more
Travel Safety Tips During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Written by Libby Ennenga Traveling during the COVID-19 crisis creates a new set of challenges for travelers than previously experienced. While traveling may seem highly desirable or academically important, your health and safety are the most important factors to care for at this time. However, there will be instances where… read more
Spring Break 2019
March 8, 2019 Spring break is almost upon us, meaning a dramatic increase in travelers across the globe. While the majority of travelers have safe and enjoyable trips, taking a trip over spring break can sometimes have unforeseen problems. Some of these problems may include: Medical emergencies, such as an… read more
Oktoberfest 2018: Germany
September 21, 2018 From September 22 to October 7, 2018, the 185th annual Oktoberfest will take place in Bavaria, Germany. It is predicted that 7.2 million people will visit the world’s largest folk festival this year, with September 29 and October 6 projected to be the busiest days. Though there… read more
World Cup 2018: Russia
June 13, 2018 The FIFA World Cup is an international association football competition contested by the senior men’s national teams of the members of the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), the sport’s global governing body. The championship has been awarded every four years since the inaugural tournament in 1930,… read more