Oran Travel Resources. Apps, Maps, Emergency Contacts

Google Maps:
Download offline maps for Oran to navigate without an internet connection.
Yassir:
The local ride-hailing app for convenient and see-through taxi services.
Google Translate:
Download offline Arabic and The language of france packs for quick translations.
Currency Converter:
A a money exchange app (available on Amazon) is useful for handling your budget.
Local SIM Card:
Consider purchasing a local SIM card upon arrival for ease of communication.

Algerian Ministry of Visiting:
Official sites, often in French or Arabic, offer reliable information.
Travel Blogs & Forums:
Seek out reputable travel blogs or forums focusing on Algeria for firsthand accounts and tips.
Accommodation Bookings:
Booking.com, Expedia, and Hotels.com for accommodation research and reservations.
Airline Websites:
Visit airline websites for details about your flight and booking.
Social Media:
Local tourism pages (often in French or Arabic) provide updates and events.

Lonely Planet Algeria (if current), Bradt Guide Algeria, and city maps of Oran (usually at hotels).

"The Plague" by Albert Camus (set in Oran), historical records of Oran and Algeria.

Local newspapers (often in French or Arabic) for current events, cultural listings, and area insights.

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Hospital Affiliated with a university Center of Oran (CHU Oran): The main public hospital.
Private Clinics: Several private clinics (e.g., Clinique Les Glycines) offer potentially better facilities.
Medical Consult: See a doctor about recommended vaccinations and prescriptions.
Medications: Pack personal medications and any required prescriptions.

Travel forums on Reddit for Algeria-detailed suggestions.
Lonely Planet Thorn Tree forums.
Specific Algeria travel communities on The social media platform the social media platform facebook for peer advice.
Blogs from expatriates living in Algeria.

Critical Information

Report a lost or stolen passport to local police immediately to get a police report.
Communicate with your country's''s foreign office in Algiers for assistance with emergency travel documents.
Carry electronic and hard copies of all important documents separately.
Keep emergency contact numbers handy.

U.S. Embassy in Algiers: Note its address, phone number, and emergency contacts.
Keep contact details for your own country''s diplomatic mission in Algiers.
All major foreign embassies are in Algiers, not Oran.
Register your trip with your embassy if possible.

Medical Emergencies: Coverage for unexpected illness or injury.
Lost Baggage: Protection for lost, stolen, or damaged luggage.
Trip Cancellation: Reimbursement for non-refundable expenses if your trip is cancelled.