These additional online resources can help you get ready for your studies abroad. The comprehensive collection of sites guides you in learning more and testing your knowledge.

Maps and Geography

• Map quizzes on Shepard's Software - choose Europe and pick a game and level.
• Regional maps on WorldAtlas.com include landforms, bodies of water and more. Print to test your knowledge.
• National Geographic has an Atlas page with b/w printable maps and Map Machine.
• News and Information About Geology

Languages

• The BBC Languages page offers help in improving your communication skills in a number of languages.

Other Web links

• Frommer's has detailed information on sites, self-guided walking tours, restaurants and more. Search by country and city.
• Rick Steves' site allows search of thousands of articles organized by destination.
• Lonely Planet includes information on history, culture and weather, as well as destination descriptions.
• Destination 360 has especially good coverage of Europe and the Americas. The site includes a country overview, articles on cities and coverage of most visited sites.