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The U.S. State Department's warning regarding travel to Iran, dated Dec. 29, 2005, states in part: "The Department of State continues to warn U.S. citizens to carefully consider the risks of travel to Iran. . . . Tensions generated by the current situation in Iraq have increased the potential threat to U.S. citizens and interests abroad, including in Iran, posed by those who oppose U.S. policy. Some elements of the Iranian government and population remain hostile to the U.S." Thirty other countries also have advisories.
ARRANGING A VISIT: Americans visiting Iran must go with an organized tour arranged by a travel agent. For information about visa requirements: Interests Section of the Islamic Republic of Iran, 202-965-4990, http:/
TIPS: Women visiting Iran must wear head scarves in public.
Alcohol is prohibited, but there is non-alcoholic beer. Iranian food is similar to Mediterranean cuisine, and is often excellent; grilled lamb is a specialty.
Iran does not have credit cards. All transactions are in cash, but currency exchange facilities are at the airport and in virtually all banks and hotels. International telephone and e-mail service is easily found and reasonably priced.
-- Steven Knipp
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