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As a member of this helpful program you will receive important information about safety conditions in the country where you plan to travel, assisting you in making adjustments in travel plans when and if necessary.\u00a0 The STEP system will help the U.S. Embassy contact you in the event of a family emergency, natural disaster or civil unrest.\u00a0 You\u2019ll be able to stay connected to your friends and family in the event of any emergency as well.<\/p>\n<p>The next time your timeshare ownership, international exchange, or other travel plans will be taking you out of the country, sign up for STEP. There\u2019s absolutely no cost to join and the benefits of staying connected will keep you informed and safe. As an added bonus, while at home, members of the Smart Travel Enrollment Program will receive up-to-date travel warnings and alerts to make adjustments in travel plans and make future planning easier.<\/p>\n<p>The 24\u2013hour Consular Emergency line in the U.S. is 1-888-407-4747.\u00a0 Outside the U.S. the number to call is 202-501-4444. To enroll in the Smart Travel Enrollment Program, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/step.state.gov\/step\/\">https:\/\/step.state.gov\/step\/<\/a>.\u00a0 Go to the Department of State\u2019s website for general information about traveling abroad, travel resources, emergency information and travel document requirements:\u00a0 <a href=\"http:\/\/www.state.gov\/travel\/\">www.state.gov\/travel\/<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Contributed by:\u00a0 C. 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