Travel Resources
Computer/Internet
LITS is available for help with your computer needs, so please check with us before you leave if you have any questions about using your laptop abroad. Some good ideas for preparing to go abroad with your computer are to scan for viruses and spyware and to back-up your data. Once you arrive at your destination, you may check with your host institution for assistance with your computer and accessing the Internet
- Computer QuestionsFrom HowStuffWorks articles on computers and computer security, such as, firewalls, routers, and satellite and wireless internet access.
- Staying Connected while AbroadInformation on Internet Cafes, Taking Your Laptop Computer Overseas, and International Cellular Phone and Communications Services from Transitions Abroad.
Contacts
- McCulloch Center for Global Initatives: email: global@mtholyoke.edu or telephone: 413-538-2072.
- Library, Information, and Technology Services (LITS): Ask LITS, Ask a Librarian, and Contacts..
- Electronic EmbassyProvides links to foreign embassies in Washington DC
- Office of Overseas Citizen Services (U.S. Department of State)Part of the U.S.Department of State, which may be contacted for assistance with emergencies anytime at telephone number +1 202-501-4444 if calling from overseas, or 1-888-407-4747 if calling from U.S. or Canada.
Electrical
- Guide to Worldwide Plug and Socket Patterns and Power MainsInformation on using electrical appliances in countries around the world with illustrations of electrical plugs and information on electrical voltage, advice on using your computer and other general advice.
Telephone and Mail
- FCC International Long Distance CallingInformation from the Federal Communications Commission on dialing an international phone number, calling plans, pre-paid cards and much more.
- List of Country Calling CodesFrom Britannica.
- ZaptelPre-paid calling cards.
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