Expedited Passports

If you’ve ever wanted to visit Paris, why not go this spring? Yes, the whole “Paris in the springtime” thing is a bit of a cliche, but it really is one of the nicest seasons to visit.  The weather is mild, not hot like it gets in the summer, and it’s also less crowded. Even better, you’re more likely to be able to find a good price on a hotel room if you go now than you would in the summer.

There are also lots of special events going on in Paris in the spring. For example, the Foire du Trône, which runs from late March to late April, is a fair packed with roller coasters, games and other fun activities for kids or the young at heart. Foire de Paris runs from late April to May and is a decidedly more grown-up affair, with opportunities for visitors to sample a variety of wines and regional delicacies.

If you are in Paris during the middle of May, you can visit many of the city’s famous museums at night for free when the city celebrates “Museum Night.”  And right now, Smarter Travel reports that Air France is having a sale, with flights from Houston  to Paris for $710 round trip and flights from New York to Nice (well worth a visit in and of itself)  for $676.

Of course, you will need a passport to travel to France. If you don’t already have one, you’ll need to get an express passport. Even the government’s expedited service typically takes about 3 weeks, but with proof of travel you can can get an express passport much more quickly. The easiest way is to use a private passport expediting company like RushMyPassport.com.

We’ll provide you with detailed instructions that make filling out the application and gathering the necessary documents a breeze.  Then, we personally deliver your paperwork to the Department of State for super-fast processing, often in as little as 24 hours! And, there’s no need to make an appointment or take time off work to drive to  a passport agency office.

Ready to fly ? Apply for your express passport today!

Winter got you down? No problem! Currently, American Airlines is offering some excellent deals on flights to Belize. (Via Smarter Travel). Why stay stuck in the rain, cold and frost when you could be lounging on a white sand beach, exploring the rainforest or visiting Mayan ruins?

American Airlines currently has flights to Belize for as low as $298 round-trip if you fly out from Saint Louis, Missouri; Hartford, Connecticut; Miami, Florida; Washington, DC or New York City. It’s $358 to leave from Chicago and $378 to leave from Los Angeles.

If you go to Belize, here are some sights you should not miss:

• Belize Barrier Reef- a paradise for scuba divers and snorkelers, the Belize Barrier Reef is home to a dazzling variety of marine life.
• Half Moon Caye Natural Monument- the first area in Belize to be designated as a protected area.
• Caracol- An amazing Mayan site. Climb to the top of the awe-inspiring temple of Canaa, which towers 143 feet above the jungle, and explore the surrounding buildings to get a sense of what everyday life was like for the Maya.

If you’re planning on going to Belize, a valid US passport is a necessity. To get the American Airlines special, you will need to book by December 22nd and travel between January 1st and March 31, 2010.  Depending on when you travel, you may need to apply for an express passport.

The easiest way to get an express passport is to apply with a private passport expediting company. Currently, the Department of State says to allow 6 weeks or more for regular service and 3 weeks or more for expedited service. The only way to get it faster is to apply at a Regional Passport Agency, which requires that you make an appointment.

An expediting company can get you an express passport quickly, often within 24 hours, with no need to drive to a Regional Passport Agency office or take time off from work for your appointment.

Apply for your express passport today!

It’s officially October, and that means Halloween is just around the corner. To help you get in the holiday spirit, we’ve compiled a list of the 10 spookiest places to spend Halloween.  Tired of the same old Halloween activities? Get an express passport and spend this year’s Halloween at one of these famous haunted locations:

• The Catacomb Museum in Paris, France- As if thousands of skeletons stacked on top of each other wasn’t creepy enough, at the Catacomb Museum, people have also reported seeing spirits and hearing voices.
• BallyGally Castle Hotel in BallyGally, Nothern Ireland-The ghost of this old castle’s first mistress, Lady  Isobella Shaw, is said to haunt a room called the “ghost room.” Lady Isobella was either murdered or driven to suicide by her husband James Shaw. Other ghosts have been reported as well.
• Monte Cristo Homestead, Australia- This old mansion is advertised as Australia’s “most haunted house.” Unexplained phenomena include ghostly voices and mysterious lights.
• The Tower of London- If you’re looking for ghosts with a royal pedigree, check out the Tower of London.  It’s no secret that the Tower has a bloody history. Reportedly, the spirits of Lady Jane Grey, Anne Boleyn, Sir Walter Raleigh and others have been spotted in the Tower.
• The Skirrid Mountain Inn, Wales- The Skirrid Mountain Inn is Wales’ oldest public house. Although it is an inn today, it has also been used as a jail and was the site of many public executions. In fact, you can still see the original rafter beam where prisoners were once hung!

If you want to spend Halloween at any of these macabre destinations, you will need to get an express passport if you don’t already have one.  With regular passport service, you can expect to wait at least 6 weeks for your passport. With the government’s express passport service, you can still expect to wait at least 3 weeks.

If you really want an express passport for Halloween, the easiest way to get one is to use a private passport expediting company like RushMyPassport.com. With RushMyPassport, your application could be processed in as little as 24 hours!

Apply for an express passport today!

Here’s a great reason to splurge on an express passport-American Airlines is 0ffering free flights for a companion when you purchase a vacation package to the island of Barbados.  What better way to celebrate the end of summer than hanging out on Barbados’ famous beaches with someone special?

Depending on where you stay, packages vary in price. They start at $1070 for two people, however, including airfare from New York’s JFK Airport and a 4 night stay at the Amaryllis Hotel.  You must book the package by September 30th to qualify, and you must travel between September 1st and December 15th. You can book your package online here.

If you’d like travel within the next month, you will need to obtain an express passport if you don’t already have one.  The easiest way to do this is to use a private passport expediting company like RushMyPassport.com.

When you apply for a passport directly from the government, you can request regular passport processing or expedited passport processing. However, with the government’s expedited passport processing, you’ll still wait at least 3 weeks for your passport to arrive. A private passport expediting company will hand-deliver your express passport application to the Department of State, so it can be processed in as little as 24 hours.

Ready to head to Barbados? Order your express passport today!

According to this article in the Miami Herald, now is the time to score great deals on transatlantic cruises. In the fall, cruise lines move their ships from the soon-to-be chilly waters off the coast of Europe to the always-sunny waters off the Caribbean. That means that you can save big-the Miami Herald article says that many cruise lines are offering cabins for as low as $100 per night!

What can you expect on a transatlantic cruise? Well, the weather may not always be perfect, and you’ll spend several days in a row on the boat as the ship crosses the Atlantic Ocean. However, most cruise lines add ports of call to the beginning AND the end of the trip-so if you can’t decide between a European cruise or a Caribbean cruise, you can get the best of both worlds!

Of course, to take advantage of these great deals, you will need a passport.  Most of the cruises take place in October and November, so remember to apply well in advance of your sailing date to ensure you have your passport in hand.

Currently, if you apply directly through the passport office, you can expect to wait at least 6 weeks for your passport to arrive. If you apply for the government’s expedited service, you can expect to wait at least 3 weeks.  That doesn’t allow as much spare time as it might seem-if you haven’t crossed all your t’s and dotted all your i’s on your passport application, it could be rejected and you would have to apply again.

The best way to ensure that you have your passport on time is to apply for an express passport private passport expediting service. An expediting service will help you with the paperwork to make sure you don’t make any mistakes, greatly improving the chances that your passport application will be processed the first time.

You’ll get your passport more quickly, too. Expediting companies offer express passport processing times that can be as quick as 24 hours.

Don’t let the ship sail without you-order your express passport today!

Summer’s almost over. Can you believe it? In about a month, school will be starting back again, the weather will start cooling down, and you might find yourself wistfully daydreaming about kicking back on the beach with a nice frosty cocktail.

If you aren’t ready to wave goodbye to summer yet, don’t despair! Starting September 8th, JetBlue will fly you to paradise for cheap! Leave from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to catch a flight to the Bahamas for $29.00 each way. You can get from New York to Montego Bay, Jamaica for just $119.00, and from New York to St. Lucia or Barbados for just $129.99 each way. You can view all of the fares here!

Of course, if you’re flying to the Caribbean, there’s one piece of essential travel gear that you’ll need to get your hands on-a US passport. If you apply for a passport with ordinary processing, you need to allow at least 6 weeks for it to be processed. Even if you apply using the government’s express passport processing, you can expect to wait at least 3 weeks. That might be cutting it close, and JetBlue’s tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable.

For last-minute trips, the best way to go is to get an express passport using a private passport expediting company. An expediting company can forward your application directly to the US Department of State, where it will be placed on top of the stack, so to speak. The result is passport processing times that are much faster than the regular government service-anywhere from 24 hours to a little over a week, depending on what option you choose.

Go ahead-order an express passport today and extend your summer just a little bit further!

Have you ever wanted to visit Ireland? Then, check out this excellent last-minute travel deal from Aer Lingus- round-trip airfare and a car for a week for $599 per person in August.

You can fly in to either Dublin or Shannon with this special, and you can add lodging from $55 per day. Please note, if you don’t drive a stick, it will cost you an additional $50.00 to rent an automatic for the week.

What should you do once you get there? Well, stopping in a pub for a pint would probably be first on my agenda after a long plane ride. After that, check out this list of 10 Must-See Attractions in Dublin to help you plan your itinerary.  You can walk down Grafton and Henry Streets, check out the Dublin Zoo, catch a game at Croke Park, or view the masterpieces in Ireland’s National Gallery.  Also, don’t forget to check out St. Patrick’s Cathedral and the castles of Mallahide and Ardgillan.

Of course, you can’t take advantage of this special if you don’t have a passport. So, go get one! To take advantage of this deal in August, you’ll need to get an express passport. If you apply for an express passport directly through the government, you may not get it in time, since it can take 3 weeks or longer for their expedited processing. However, a private passport expediting company like RushMyPassport.com will hand-deliver your application to the Department of State, and can have it processed for you in as little as 24 hour.

Don’t miss out on this excellent Emerald Isle vacation-apply for an express passport today!

If you’d like to visit another country without going too far from home,  consider going to Canada this summer.  Canada is an exciting vacation destination, with enough different activities to appeal to almost anyone. Let’s take a look at the top 5 reasons to visit Canada this summer:

• Fishing- Canada is an excellent destination for sport fishermen. This post on Destinations for Leisure highlights the best lakes to fish in Canada, especially for the delicious northern walleye pike.
• Golf: Canada also has several world-class golfing opportunities with well-designed courses set against a backdrop of breathtaking scenery. This post describes the 10 best golf courses in Canada. If you like to watch as well as participate, check out the 2009 RBC Canadian Open in Toronto, July 20-26th.
  
• Whale Watching: Starting in May and continuing on through October, Vancouver Island offers some incredible whale-watching tours. See dolphins, orcas, gray whales and more.
  
• Music- The International Festival de Jazz de Montreal takes place June 30th through July 12th and features performances by famous artists such as Tony Bennett, Stevie Wonder, Jeff Beck and more.
  
• Niagara Falls- The most powerful waterfall in North America is an incredible sight to behold-and you’ll get the best view of it from the Canadian side of the river.  In the summer,  families can enjoy free fireworks and concerts at Queen Victoria park every Friday and Sunday night. Also, check out the S.C.E.N.E festival on June 28th, with more than 100 bands playing live.
  

If you want to go to Canada this summer, don’t forget your passport! On June 1st, travel regulations changed. Now, passports are required for American citizens trying to re-enter the US from Canada. If you haven’t applied for a passport yet, you’ll need to get an express passport. The easiest way to order an express passport is to use a private passport expediting company.

An expediting company can get your passport application processed quickly, sometimes in as little as 24 hours. Plus, you won’t have to make an appointment at a Passport Agency office or wait in line.  Make the most of your summer vacation: order your express passport today!

Are you getting married in the near future? If you’ve been living on your own for awhile, you may not need the traditional wedding gifts of household appliances and dishes.  And, if you’re like me, the thought of someone spending a lot of money on nice china just because “it’s something you’re supposed to have once you’re married” may make you cringe. If this sounds familiar, consider using a honeymoon registry instead of the traditional wedding registry.

A honeymoon registry allows your friends and relatives to give you the gift of travel. You decide where you want to go and what you want to do, and then break everything down into “gifts” that people can buy for you.  For example, people can contribute money to cover part of the airfare, a night in a hotel, dinner out, museum tickets or even just a bottle of wine. If everything works out, you get help paying for the honeymoon of your dreams and avoid getting oodles of stuff you don’t really need.

The two biggest honeymoon registry services are Honey Luna and the Big Day. If you decide to go this route, here are some tips:

• Make sure you have gifts in a variety of price points
• Provide detailed descriptions of each “gift” so that the person buying it can visualize what they are purchasing.  Some people won’t want to contribute because they feel like they are giving a gift certificate instead of choosing something special. If they can visualize what they’re buying, and more important, visualize you enjoying it, they are more likely to go along with the idea.
• Let people know about the registry well in advance.
• Have a back-up plan for financing.
• Expect resistance from more “traditional” family members. Get other family members to promote the idea for you.
• If you’re leaving the country for the honeymoon, register for an express passport. You, your spouse and everyone who contributed to the registry will be extremely disappointed if the trip doesn’t happen because you don’t have your documents.

When you apply for a passport with normal processing, it can take at least two months for you to receive it. Even with the government’s expedited service, you can expect to wait at least 3 weeks. And then, if there’s a problem with your application you might have to start over again.

When you order an express passport from a private passport expediting company, you get expert help with your passport application. And with express processing times that range from 24 hours to a little over a week, you’ll have it in hand well before you walk down the aisle.

Your passport is the last thing you want to worry about when you plan your honeymoon-order an express passport today!

Before Spanish conquistadors discovered South America, the Incas ruled the largest empire on the continent from their capital in what is now Peru.  They kept records using a system of knotted ropes called quipus, constructed awe-inspiring stone buildings without the aid of modern technology (or even the wheel),  and conquered a territory that stretched from modern-day Ecuador to Chile.

Today, other than small artifacts like ceramics and the mysterious quipus, all that remains of the Incan Empire is a series of deserted temples and cities surrounded by jungle.  These cities have become well-known tourist attractions. Macchu Picchu, an Incan city near Cuzco, is famous for its massive  temple, the Temple of the Sun.

If you’d like to see Macchu Picchu for yourself, now is the time to go. NileGuidance has a post up with some great last-minute travel deals to South America. For example, if you take advantage of AeroMexico’s Much More Than Mexico sale, you could snag round-trip tickets to Lima for between $298 to $349, depending on your departure city.  The Spirit Air special mentioned in the NileGuidance post has expired, but tickets from Ft. Lauderdale to Lima are currently available on the Spirit Air website for $169 each way.

However, these offers are only good for a limited time. The Spirit Air offer must be booked by midnight tonight, and the deadline for the AeroMexico offer is May 8th.

So, if you want to take advantage of these deals, you’ll need to get express passport service if you don’t already have a passport. To make sure your trip goes off without a hitch,  it’s a good idea to use a private passport expediting company to submit your application.  If you apply for express passport service from the government, you’ll need to allow at least 3 weeks before your departure date for processing time. If you order an express passport from an expediting company, the processing time can be as little as 24 hours!

Are you ready to travel? Order your express passport today!