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Global Travel Resources Summary
All-in-One Comprehensive Travel Resources including but not limited to:
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Global Travel Resources
Trusted tour companies, official health & safety, and tools that actually help.
Gate 1 Travel
More of the world, less hassle.
Explore Gate 1Audley Travel
Trips designed just for you.
Start My Tailor-Made TripNature Safari India
Expert-led tiger & wildlife safaris across India.
Plan an India SafariIntrepid Travel
Small-group adventures, big stories.
See Intrepid TripsG Adventures
Go further, together.
Find a G TripZicasso
Award-winning custom trips by top specialists.
Match Me with a SpecialistCostco Travel
Exclusive savings for members.
Book with CostcoAbercrombie & Kent
Tailor-made luxury journeys.
Explore A&KLindblad Expeditions
Expedition cruises with Nat Geo.
See ExpeditionsScott Dunn
Bespoke luxury vacations.
Plan with Scott DunnTrafalgar
Guided tours across the globe.
Browse Trafalgar ToursInspirato
Luxury travel club stays.
View InspiratoVirtuoso
Elite travel advisors worldwide.
Find an AdvisorNote: Entry rules and health guidance can change — check close to departure.
Interactive Travel Tools
🌍 Want to know what to pack, vaccinate for, or watch out for in Thailand, Peru, or Santorini?
Use our Region-by-Season guide for personalized travel advice:
Check the forecast before you pack:
✈️ Travel Insurance
Protect Your Health, Gear & Investment
Travel insurance is a smart part of every trip — whether you’re exploring a city, trekking through a jungle, or photographing landscapes abroad.
Here are trusted options Dr. Veille recommends for different needs:
🔹 Medical Travel Insurance
For unexpected illness or injury abroad.
GeoBlue Travel Insurance: Global coverage backed by Blue Cross Blue Shield. Great for U.S. travelers abroad.
AAA Travel Insurance: Travel insurance plans and trip cancellation options for members.
AARP / AARDY Travel Insurance: Senior-friendly options with side-by-side comparisons.
🔹 Trip Cancellation & Interruption
Covers prepaid costs like flights and hotels if plans change.
Allianz Travel Insurance: Well-known provider for trip protection and travel delays.
TravelInsurance.com: Compare multiple providers for your exact itinerary.
🔹 Camera Gear & Equipment Protection
For photographers, creators, and professionals on the move.
BriteCo: Protect your valuable camera equipment against damage, theft, and loss.
Full Frame Insurance: Annual and event-specific coverage for photographers and videographers.
💡 Tip from Dr. Veille: Many insurance providers offer discounts for members or repeat travelers. Check if your affiliation (AAA, AARP, etc.) qualifies.
Note: The Travelling MD is not affiliated with these providers and does not receive compensation for these links at this time. This information is provided as a courtesy to help travelers prepare.
🌍 Ancestry Travel
Walk the Paths Your Ancestors Walked
At The Traveling MD, we believe the deepest form of travel is one that connects you directly to your past. Our Ancestry Travel section is dedicated to transforming names and dates from a family tree into tangible, unforgettable journeys.
The Power of Two Journeys: Research & Real-World Discovery
Genealogy research—like the excellent work done by FamilyRootsbyAnn.com—gives you the "What" and the "When": the town your great-grandmother emigrated from, the street name of the bakery your grandfather ran, or the church where your ancestors worshipped.
Ancestry Travel leverages this research to unlock the "Where" and the "How":
From Document to Destination: Once your family history package from FamilyRootsbyAnn.com pinpoints specific locations (e.g., a village in Tuscany, a specific parish in Ireland, or a bustling port city in New York), we provide the resources to turn that research into a travel itinerary.
Deeper, More Meaningful Travel: Visiting a place solely as a tourist is one experience. Visiting that same place armed with the knowledge of your family's story—knowing which street they walked down daily, where they shopped, and what the landscape looked like—is profoundly moving. It transforms a trip into a pilgrimage.
Completing the Circle: Ancestry research can sometimes feel incomplete when confined to a screen. Ancestry Travel closes the loop by encouraging you to:
Validate your findings: See the physical evidence of your research.
Connect emotionally: Stand in the very spot where pivotal family moments occurred.
Plan the next chapter: Plan visits that honor your heritage and inspire future family stories.
Partner Spotlight: FamilyRootsbyAnn.com
For the foundational work that makes these trips possible, we proudly recommend FamilyRootsbyAnn.com. Their expertise in compiling detailed family history and tree research packages provides the crucial map that guides your ancestry travels.
Ready to plan the journey that tells your family's whole story? Start your research with FamilyRootsbyAnn.com and use our “Global Travel Resources” here at The Traveling MD to plan the trip of a lifetime!
Smart Travel Guidance
Backed by Global Experience
Modern travel poses unique health challenges — from vaccinations for jungle expeditions to managing chronic conditions across time zones.
Dr. Veille bridges the gap between medicine and exploration, delivering comprehensive travel strategies that help you focus on the journey — not the what-ifs.