The best of the US State Department's Travel Warnings.

"Bicycle lanes are most often located nearest the curb."

"In recent years, France has experienced political assassinations and random bombings."

"Drivers should be prepared to make last-minute maneuvers, as most French drivers do."

"There have been periodic incidents of violence in Northern Ireland associated with paramilitary organizations, with at least the potential for some spill over into Ireland."

"Belgium remains largely free of terrorist incidents... Like other countries in the Schengen Area, Belgium's open borders with its European neighbors allow the possibility of terrorist groups to enter/exit the country with anonymity."

"Medical facilities are widely available and the large university hospitals can handle almost every medical problem."

"Rural roads are less likely to be illuminated at night."

"Robberies, sometimes at gunpoint, have occurred in western China."

"Driving etiquette in China is developing."

"Attempts to enter or exit Cuba illegally... are contrary to Cuban law."

"Being arrested is not the only thing that can happen on a foreign vacation."

"Reckless behavior while in another country can do more than ruin your vacation; it can land you in a foreign jail or worse!"

"Americans are urged to... avoid contact with any suspicious, unfamiliar objects."