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Homeland Security and Traveler Safety Information

Following is the latest information on travel safety as well as resourceful industry material. Login to the members area to view the latest advisories from the Department of Homeland Security. For questions or more information about the lodging industry's response to national security issues, contact our communications department at media@ahla.com or 202-289-3131.

Current Alert
  Beginning January 23, 2007, all persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling by air between the United States and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda will be required to present a valid passport to enter (or re-enter) the United States. More...
  Read the latest Air Travel Security Measures
  Comments by Joe McInerney
  Guidelines From National Defense University
  Industry Response
  Avian Pandemic Flu

Industry Resources and Products
  Review key security concepts from The Integrated Physical Security Handbook. To purchase the complete handbook, click here.
  Real Estate ISAC Bulletin
  EI Security Training Video Descriptions
  General Crisis Communications Tips
  AH&LA Crisis Communications Video
  AH&LA Guest Safety Video and Tip Cards
  Traveler Safety Tips
  Children Safety Tips

Other Resources
  Military Leave Information
  FEMA's Emergency Management Guide for Business & Industry
  FBI Counterterrorism Information
  CDC Bioterrorism Preparedness

Helpful Web Links
  U.S. Department of Homeland Security
  Red Cross
  Federal Emergency Management Agency
  National Tour Association

Historical Lodging Industry Overview
  The Persian Gulf War and Ensuing Recession
  The Sept.11, 2001 Terrorist Attacks