Here are some handy downloadable travel cards, available for select U.S. cities. The cards include a variety of activities listed out for you, complete with detailed info (addresses, phone numbers, hours, etc.). Activities include things like recommended places to eat, neighborhoods to visit, fun places to shop and information on seasonal events…as well as suggested side trips. Each city has several themes for your activities — cultural, travel, or adventure.

To get your free downloadable and printable travel cards, go to the National Geographic/Saab website and select from the list of available U.S. cities.

Vantage, a tour operating service, is offering an up-to-date booklet filled with travel tips you can use for your next trip. It’s filled with an assortment of tips including ones on international travel safety, health & security abroad, tipping & money matters as well as packing advice.

To obtain a free booklet offered by Vantage, containing tips for traveling internationally, complete the form on at www.vantagetravel.com.