News for the Ramstein, Kaiserslautern, Landstuhl & Baumholder military communities in Germany Command-sponsored dependents attending school in the U.S. may be eligible for government-funded travel to visit family stationed at a permanent duty station outside of the continental United States.
Taking a few extra safety precautions can make the difference between enjoying travel without mishaps and becoming a victim.
In early April, the sun in Marrakesh, Morocco, beats down strongly by the afternoon. The Jemaa el Fna, the bustling main square, takes the full heat of it by midday.
As we know, people are the Air Force’s most vital resource. As recent events have shown, terrorists will continue to modify their tactics in an attempt to be unpredictable.
Before you pack your bags for an exotic trip to Africa, Asia or South America, make an appointment at the new Travel Health Clinic at the Occupational Health Clinic at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center. The new clinic could save you from a week of traveler’s diarrhea or something more serious, like malaria.
Metz is about an hour away from Ramstein and a great introduction to France’s cuisine and culture. Head there by car or join one of the USO’s tours to the city.
Prague is the capital of, and largest city in, the Czech Republic. Although many of us who PCS to Germany don’t necessarily have it on our list of places to see, this Bohemian city will steal your heart if you make the trip.
No one wants to think there could be a medical emergency when they’re on vacation or traveling to visit friends or relatives. But the reality is, some people on vacation end up in European hospitals or require outpatient care on the local economy.
Each year, active duty and Reserve service members, as well as retirees and dependents, use Space Available as a viable option to commercial travel.
Visiting the provence and the French city of Avignon is like experiencing a time warp. Founded on hundreds of years of history, the entire region reflects its ancient heritage through its architecture and culture. One could say it’s a true “Roman holiday.”
| One Dollar buys: |
| Euro: € 0.9238 |
| Pound: £ 0.7692 |
Other currency rates, not available at the Community Bank:
| Czech Krone: | Kč 23.96 |
| Egyptian Pound: | E£ 49.49 |
| Hungarian Forint: | Hf 388.01 |
| Israeli Shekel: | ₪ 3.73 |
| Polish Zloty: | zł 4.10 |
| Turkish Lira: | ₵ 34.4533 |
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