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Enjoy - Europe * Mastering Independent Budget Travel * enjoy - europe with John Bermont * * * Mastering Independent Budget Travel * * * Comprehensive information forindependent budget travel presented by an American who has lived, worked, and traveled throughout Europe. To help you enjoy independent budget travel in Europe, the major sections of this web site are: - How To Europe: The Complete Travelers Handbook expounds the basics of European travel. - Prime Travel Data presents essential information for travelers to many European countries. - The TRAVELERS YELLOW PAGES has links to dozens of sources for further information. - Bermont's Europe Travel Planning describes personalized trip planning services. - Links to maps , weather reports , and money exchange rates for the latest key travel information. Bon voyage on site, and all over Europe! 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Money Exchange Links to up to the minute currency exchange rates, including the euro . The original do-it-yourself travel guide to Europe SM 470 pages 7" x 10" softcover 345 b/w photos Last Call checklists detailed index ISBN 0-940792-69-9 $28.50 Buy it from: Amazon.com How To Europe The Complete Travelers Handbook by John Bermont Meet The Author Table of Contents Sample chapters are available on line. Click the links and read for free. The captioned photographs of some chapters are not available in the on line editions. Chapter 1 Read this chapter on line -- FREE. What's It All About? In Europe Travel Like a Native Chapter 2 On Budget in Europe Travel Expenses Chapter 3 Passport and Visas for Europe Identity and Travel Documents Chapter 4 Flying to Europe Travel Starts at the Airport Chapter 5 Read this chapter on line -- FREE. What to Wear in Europe Travel Clothes for All Occasions Chapter 6 Read this chapter on line -- FREE. 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Las Vegas Golf Packages - Vacation Packages by TravelGolfVegas.com Las Vegas Golf Packages TravelGolf Vegas has a variety of golf packages to fit any budget. Each package includes choice of hotel and golf course . Just click on one of the links below for details on each package. Travel Golf Vegas Golf & Hotel Package Specials Imperial Palace Special Golf & Hotel Package Dates: September 26, 2005 - January 22, 2006 Price Range: $399 - $499 Enjoy 3 rounds of golf at Las Vegas National Golf Club , Painted Desert Golf Club , Aliante Golf Club Three Nights/Three Rounds Midweek Weekends Imperial Palace Hotel Casino $399.00 $499.00 **Black Out Dates**-- The Below Dates- Package Rates are subject to surcharge** **New Years- 12/30/04-01/03/05** Packages are based on availability and subject to change. Prices are per person and based on double occupancy. Midweek hotel is Sunday through Thursday, golf is Monday through Thursday. Weekend hotel is Friday and Saturday, Golf is Friday through Sunday. Extra nights and rounds of golf can be added to any of the above packages for an additional charge. Prices may change for groups of 16 or more. To book this package, please call 1-800-470-4622or click here for an online quote . Lake Las Vegas 2 Bedroom Villa Dates: November 28, 2005 - January 9, 2006 Price Range: $699 Enjoy 4 Nights /4 Rounds of golf at Reflection Bay Golf Club (2 Rounds) The Fall's Golf Club (2 Rounds) PLUS a Lake Las Vegas 2 Bedroom Villa at $699.00 per person , quad occupancy. Limited Package Availability! (****Must Have 4 Golfers****) To book this package, please call 1-800-470-4622or click here for an online quote . Las Vegas Vacation SILVER Package Dates: October 1, 2005 - May 31, 2006 Price Range: $1299 - $1599 Day Golf Courses 1 Angel Park Mountain Golf Club 2 Rhodes Ranch Golf Club 3 Badland's Golf Club 4 Angel Park Palm Golf Club 5 Painted Desert Golf Club 6 Las Vegas National Golf Club 7 Legacy Golf Club 4 Bedroom 3 Bath 3200 SF Vacation Home Sleeps 8 $1299.00 per golfer double occupancy ( Based on 8 Golfers) $1599.00 per golfer single occupancy ( Based on 4 Golfers) Limited Package Availability! To book this package, please call 1-800-470-4622or click here for an online quote . Las Vegas Vacation GOLD Package Dates: October 1, 2005 - May 31, 2006 Price Range: $1699 - $1999 Day Golf Courses 1 Revere @ Anthem Lexington Golf Club 2 The Fall's @ Lake Las Vegas Resort 3 Rio Secco Golf Club 4 Reflection Bay Golf Club 5 Dragon Ridge CC 6 Las Vegas Paiute- Wolf 7 Bear's Best Golf Club 4 Bedroom 3 Bath 3200 SF Vacation Home Sleeps 8 $1699.00 per golfer double occupancy (Based on 8 Golfers) $ 1999.00 per golfer single occupancy ( Based on 4 Golfers) Limited Package Availability! To book this package, please call 1-800-470-4622or click here for an online quote . Las Vegas Paiute Resort Dates: January 2, 2006 - June 4, 2006 Price Range: $599 - $849 Enjoy 3 rounds of golf at the Las Vegas Paiute Sun, Las Vegas Paiute Snow, Las Vegas Paiute Wolf starting from $599 . Three Nights/Three Rounds Weekday Weekend Imperial Palace Hotel Casino $599.00 $699.00 Flamingo Hotel Casino $649.00 $749.00 Mirage Hotel Casino $699.00 $849.00 Vacation Home (Based on 8 Golfers) $699.00 $799.00 **Black Out Dates**-- The Below Dates- Package Rates are subject to surcharge** **Suberbowl- 02/02/06-02/05/06** **NasCar- 03/09/06-03/12/06** **March Madness- 03/16/06-03/19/06** **March Madness- 03/23/06-03/26/06** To book this package, please call 1-800-470-4622or click here for an online quote . Las Vegas Best Desert Golf Dates: January 2, 2006 - June 4, 2006 Price Range: $749 - $1049 Enjoy 3 rounds of golf at the Bear's Best Golf Club, Dragon Ridge CC, Rio Secco Golf Club starting from $749 . 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Dates Four Nights/Four Rounds Weekday Weekend 01/09/06-05/28/06 2 Bedroom Villa-(Based on 4 Golfers) $1299.00 $1399.00 06/01/06-08/31/06 2 Bedroom Villa-(Based on 4 Golfers) $699.00 $799.00 **Black Out Dates**-- The Below Dates- Package Rates are subject to surcharge** **Suberbowl- 02/02/06-02/05/06** **NasCar- 03/09/06-03/12/06** **March Madness- 03/16/06-03/19/06** **March Madness- 03/23/06-03/26/06** To book this package, please call 1-800-470-4622or click here for an online quote . * Packages are based on availability and subject to change. Prices are per person and based on double occupancy. Midweek hotel is Sunday through Thursday, golf is Monday through Thursday. Weekend hotel is Friday and Saturday, Golf is Friday through Sunday. Extra nights and rounds of golf can be added to any of the above packages for an additional charge. Prices may change for groups of 16 or more. 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Destinations: Southeast Asia | CDC Travelers' Health Home About CDC Press Room Funding A-Z Index Centers, Institute & Offices Training & Employment Contact Us CDC en Español Search: Travelers' Health Travelers' Health Home > Destinations > Southeast Asia Health Information for Travelersto Countries in Southeast Asia On This Page Vaccines for Your Protection Diseases Found in Southeast Asia Other Health Risks What You Need To Bring With You Staying Healthy During Your Trip After You Return Home For More Information Travel Notices in Effect Update: Human Infection with Avian Influenza A (H5N1) Virus in Asia (Updated December 27, 2005) Update: Recent Outbreaks of Poliomyelitis (Updated December 16, 2005) Recent Avian Influenza Outbreaks in Asia and Europe (Updated December 6, 2005) Interim Guidance about Avian Influenza A (H5N1) for U.S. Citizens Living Abroad (Updated November 18, 2005) Update: Dengue and Travelers (Updated November 3, 2005) U.S. Department of State See all Traveler's Health travel notices Vaccines for Your Protection: Southeast Asia Routine Vaccinations Check with your healthcare provider: you and your family may need routine as well as recommended vaccinations. Before travel, be sure you and your children are up to date on all routine immunizations according to schedules approved by the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practice (ACIP). See the schedule for adults and the schedule for infants and children . Some schedules can be accelerated for travel. See your doctor at least 4–6 weeks before your trip to allow time for shots to take effect. If it is less than 4 weeks before you leave, you should still see your doctor. It might not be too late to get your shots or medications as well as other information about how to protect yourself from illness and injury while traveling. Recommended Vaccinations and Preventive Medications The following vaccines may be recommended for your travel to Southeast Asia. Discuss your travel plans and personal health with a health-care provider to determine which vaccines you will need. Hepatitis A or immune globulin (IG). Transmission of hepatitis A virus can occur through direct person-to-person contact; through exposure to contaminated water, ice, or shellfish harvested in contaminated water; or from fruits, vegetables, or other foods that are eaten uncooked and that were contaminated during harvesting or subsequent handling. Hepatitis B , especially if you might be exposed to blood or body fluids (for example, health-care workers), have sexual contact with the local population, or be exposed through medical treatment. Hepatitis B vaccine is now recommended for all infants and for children ages 11–12 years who did not receive the series as infants. Japanese encephalitis , if you plan to visit rural farming areas and under special circumstances, such as a known outbreak of Japanese encephalitis. Malaria: your risk of malaria may be high in some of the countries in this region. See your health care provider for a prescription antimalarial drug. For details concerning risk and preventive medications, see Malaria Information for Travelers to Southeast Asia . Rabies , if you might have extensive unprotected outdoor exposure in rural areas, such as might occur during camping, hiking, or bicycling, or engaging in certain occupational activities. Typhoid , particularly if you are visiting developing countries in this region. Typhoid fever can be contracted through contaminated drinking water or food, or by eating food or drinking beverages that have been handled by a person who is infected. Large outbreaks are most often related to fecal contamination of water supplies or foods sold by street vendors As needed, booster doses for tetanus-diphtheria and measles . Required Vaccinations None. Diseases found in Southeast Asia (risk can vary by country and region within a country; quality of in-country surveillance also varies) Malaria An Anopheles freeborni mosquito takes a blood meal. Malaria is always a serious disease and may be a deadly illness. Humans get malaria from the bite of a mosquito infected with the parasite. Your risk of malaria may be high in some of the countries in this region. Travelers to malaria-risk areas, including infants, children, and former residents of Southeast Asia, should take an antimalarial drug. Prevent this serious disease by seeing your health care provider for a prescription antimalarial drug and by protecting yourself against mosquito bites ( see below ). There is no malaria risk in Singapore and Brunei. For additional information on malaria risk and prevention, see Malaria Information for Travelers to Southeast Asia . Yellow Fever There is no risk for yellow fever in Southeast Asia. A certificate of yellow fever vaccination may be required for entry into certain of these countries if you are coming from countries in South America or sub-Saharan Africa. For detailed information, see Comprehensive Yellow Fever Vaccination Requirements . Also, find the nearest authorized U.S. yellow fever vaccine center . Food and Waterborne Diseases Avoid buying food or drink from street vendors, because it is relatively easy for such food to become contaminated. Make sure your food and drinking water are safe. Food and waterborne diseases are the primary cause of illness in travelers. Travelers’ diarrhea can be caused by viruses, bacteria, or parasites, which are found throughout Southeast Asia and can contaminate food or water. Infections may cause diarrhea and vomiting ( E. coli , Salmonella , cholera , and parasites), fever ( typhoid fever and toxoplasmosis), or liver damage ( hepatitis). Additional information: see the Safe Food and Water page for a list of links. Other Disease Risks Dengue , filariasis , Japanese encephalitis , and plague are diseases carried by insects that also occur in this region. Protecting yourself against insect bites ( see below ) will help to prevent these diseases. Avian influenza is also present throughout this region. Polio has resurfaced in Indonesia. Rabies is common in the region and poses a risk to travelers, especially to rural areas. Do not swim in fresh water (except in well-chlorinated swimming pools) in certain areas of Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Philippines, and Thailand to avoid infection with schistosomiasis . (For more information, please see Swimming and Recreational Water Precautions .) Leptospirosis , a bacterial infection often contracted through recreational water activities in contaminated water, such as kayaking, is common in tropical areas of this region. An outbreak was reported among expedition travelers in 2000. Other Health Risks Injuries Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of injury among travelers. Protect yourself from motor vehicle injuries: avoid drinking and driving; wear your safety belt and place children in age-appropriate restraints in the back seat; follow the local customs and laws regarding pedestrian safety and vehicle speed; obey the rules of the road; and use helmets on bikes, motorcycles, and motor bikes. Avoid boarding an overloaded bus or mini-bus. Where possible, hire a local driver. What You Need To Bring With You Long-sleeved shirt, long pants, and a hat to wear whenever possible while outside, to prevent illnesses carried by insects (e.g., malaria , Dengue , filariasis , leishmaniasis , and onchocerciasis ). Insect repellent containing DEET Bed nets treated with permethrin. For use and purchasing information, see Insecticide Treated Bednets on the CDC malaria site. Overseas, permethrin or another insecticide, deltamethrin, may be purchased to treat bed nets and clothes. Flying-insect spray to help clear rooms of mosquitoes. The product should contain a pyrethroid insecticide; these insecticides quickly kill flying insects, including mosquitoes. Iodine tablets and portable water filters to purify water if bottled water is not available. See Preventing Cryptosporidiosis: A Guide to Water Filters and Bottled Water for more detailed information. Sunblock, sunglasses, and a hat for protection from harmful effects of UV sun rays. See Skin Cancer Questions and Answers for more information . Prescription medications: make sure you have enough to last during your trip, as well as a copy of the prescription(s) or letter from your health-care provider on office stationery explaining that the medication has been prescribed for you. Always carry medications in their original containers, in your carry-on luggage. Be sure to bring along over-the-counter antidiarrheal medication (e.g., bismuth subsalicylate, loperamide) and an antibiotic prescribed by your doctor to self-treat moderate to severe diarrhea. See suggested over-the-counter medications and first aid items for a travel kit . Staying Healthy During Your Trip Travelers should take the following precautions To stay healthy, do... When using repellent on a child, apply it to your own hands and then rub them on your child. Avoid children's eyes and mouth and use it sparingly around their ears. Wash your hands often with soap and water or, if hands are not visibly soiled, use a waterless, alcohol-based hand rub to remove potentially infectious materials from your skin and help prevent disease transmission. In developing countries, drink only bottled or boiled water, or carbonated (bubbly) drinks in cans or bottles. Avoid tap water, fountain drinks, and ice cubes. If this is not possible, learn how to make water safer to drink . Take your malaria prevention medication before, during, and after travel, as directed. (See your health care provider for a prescription.) To prevent fungal and parasitic infections, keep feet clean and dry, and do not go barefoot, even on beaches. Always use latex condoms to reduce the risk of HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases. Protect yourself from mosquito insect bites: Wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats when outdoors. Wear long-sleeved shirts, long pants, and hats. Use insect repellents that contain DEET (N, N-diethylmethyltoluamide). For more information about insect repellents and correct use, see What You Need to Know about Mosquito Repellent on the CDC West Nile Virus site . If no screening or air conditioning is available: use a pyrethroid-containing spray in living and sleeping areas during evening and night-time hours; sleep under bed nets, preferably insecticide-treated ones. If you are visiting friends and relatives in your home country, see additional special information about malaria prevention in Recent Immigrants to the U.S. from Malarious Countries Returning 'Home' to Visit Friends and Relatives on the CDC Malaria site. Do not Do not eat food purchased from street vendors or food that is not well cooked to reduce risk of infection (i.e., hepatitis A and typhoid fever). Do not drink beverages with ice. Avoid dairy products, unless you know they have been pasteurized. Do not swim in fresh water to avoid exposure to certain water-borne diseases such as schistosomiasis. (For more information, please see Swimming and Recreational Water Precautions .) Do not handle animals, especially monkeys, dogs, and cats, to avoid bites and serious diseases (including rabies and plague). Consider pre-exposure rabies vaccination if you might have extensive unprotected outdoor exposure in rural areas. For more information, please see Animal-Associated Hazards . Do not share needles for tattoos, body piercing or injections to prevent infections such as HIV and hepatitis B. After You Return Home If you have visited a malaria-risk area, continue taking your antimalarial drug for 4 weeks (chloroquine, doxycycline, or mefloquine) or seven days (atovaquone/proguanil) after leaving the risk area Malaria is always a serious disease and may be a deadly illness. If you become ill with a fever or flu-like illness either while traveling in a malaria-risk area or after you return home (for up to 1 year), you should seek immediate medical attention and should tell the physician your travel history. For More Information For more information about these and other diseases, please check the Diseases page and CDC Health Topics A-Z Diseases carried by insects Dengue : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=dis&obj=dengue.htm Japanese encephalitis : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=dis&obj=jenceph.htm : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=dis&obj=lyme.htm Malaria information for Travelers to Southeast Asia : http://www.cdc.gov/travel/regionalmalaria/seasia.htm Malaria Frequently asked questions : http://www.cdc.gov/malaria/faq.htm Malaria Prescription Drugs : http://www.cdc.gov/travel/malariadrugs.htm : http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dvbid/arbor/index.htm Plague : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=dis&obj=plague.htm : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=dis&obj=yellowfever.htm Diseases carried in food or water : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=dis&obj=madcow.htm Cholera : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=dis&obj=cholera.htm Escherichia coli diarrhea : http://www.cdc.gov/ncidod/dbmd/diseaseinfo/escherichiacoli_g.htm Hepatitis A : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=dis&obj=hav.htm Schistosomiasis : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=dis&obj=schisto.htm Typhoid fever : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=dis&obj=typhoid.htm Diseases from person-to-person contact Hepatitis B : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=dis&obj=hbv.htm HIV/AIDS prevention : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=dis&obj=hivaids.htm HIV-infected travelers (in The Immunocompromised Traveler) : http://www2.ncid.cdc.gov/travel/yb/utils/ybGet.asp?section=special&obj=hivtrav.htm&cssNav=browseoyb Important: This document is not a complete medical guide for travelers to this region. Consult with your doctor for specific information related to your needs and your medical history; recommendations may differ for pregnant women, young children, and persons who have chronic medical conditions. 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