New York Travel
New York State Education Department
New York State is now at an Yellow Alert Level (Elevated) .All New York State schools outside New York City should follow the guidance for Yellow Alert Level (Elevated) in the NYS Homeland Security System For Schools : PDF Version | HTML Version . New York City remains at an Orange Alert Level (High) . Guidance on that level is also contained in the Homeland Security Document. Overseas travel advisories from the U.S. Department of State are also available. ... [Read More]
New York Traffic Information
Advanced Traveler Information System , with Traffic Cameras for: ... New York State Thruway Toll and Traveler Information - Inlcudes links to the following: ... Other Travel Information: ... [Read More]
Places Where Women Made History: A National Register of Historic Places Travel Itinerary
travelers, researchers,historians, preservationists, and anyone interested in Americanhistory to the wide range of historic places associated with themany varied aspects of women's history. The itinerary highlights74 historic properties in Massachusetts and New York that arelisted in the National Register, America's official list ofplaces important in our history and worthy of preservation. Theitinerary includes interactive maps, descriptions of each place'ssignificance in women's history, photographs, information onpublic accessibility, essays on women's achievements in Americanhistory, and links to other pertinent Web sites. ... [Read More]
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
Travel Tips ... Enhanced security initiatives are in place at all US airports, including John F. Kennedy International , Newark Liberty International and LaGuardia airports. These new initiatives and procedures will require extra travel time, and most importantly, patience from passengers. ... [Read More]
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey
For weekly construction schedules, motorists should visit the Port Authority's Web site at http://www.panynj.gov/ta/taframe.HTM , or call the Port Authority's Customer Connection at 1-800-221-9903, weekdays between 10 am and 4 pm. For George Washington Bridge travel times, please call 1-877-PAROADS. ... Tractor-trailers and larger trucks in classes 4, 5 and 6 (four, five and six-axle trucks) ARE NOT PERMITTED to travel in either direction. ... [Read More]
Foreign Entry Requirements
COLOMBIA - *Passport and proof of onward/return ticket required for tourist stay of up to 180 days. Upon arrival the Colombian Immigration authority stamps a stay authorization, normally no longer than 90 days (extendible up to 180 days.) Minors (under 18), who are traveling alone, with one parent or with a third party must present a copy of their birth certificate and written authorization from the absent parent(s) or legal guardian, specifically granting permission to travel alone, with one parent or with a third party. This document must be notarized before a Colombian consular officer in the United States. Visa must be obtained before arrival for persons planning to do business, temporary work (consultant), and study. Student and tourist visa fee $40, visitor visa fee $100, and work visa fee $205. Processing time ranges from 48 hours to 2 weeks. For additional information and information about other types of travel, contact the Colombian Embassy, 2118 Leroy Place, NW, Washington, ... [Read More]
National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service
As our list of Travel Itineraries grows every month, the historic destinations you can visit online or in person are virtually endless! Each itinerary is a self-guided tour to historic places listed in the National Register. 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. ... The Discover Our Shared Heritage Travel Itinerary Series makes it easy to explore America's extraordinary Historic Places! ... [Read More]
New York State Library's Statewide Summer Reading Program
Our corporate partner, JanWay , works with the artist to produce the poster, related artwork and prints and distributes the manual to 1,200 library locations. They also produce t-shirts and other incentive items for libraries to purchase (if desired) at very economical prices. In 2003 and 2004, Scholastic, Inc . provided three types of free prizes: home collections for children and teens; reference books for libraries and a grand prize for one librarian to attend the NYLA conference (registration, hotel and travel costs were paid by Scholastic). In 2004, new corporate partners included: Simon and Schuster, Inc. and United Media , who donated the funds to design and print the "Kids Choice" brochure/booklist ( above ), distributed by the New York State Library to all public libraries via their regional public library system. Simon & Schuster also provided an additional complement to the 2004 ... [Read More]
Ferry Information
elcome to the Port Authority's menu of waterborne transportation travel options. We hope you leave your auto at home and enjoy the scenery along the region's waterways. You can take the ferry to work, enjoy a ball game or visit the tourist attractions of the New York/New Jersey region. ... [Read More]
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