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How to Replace a Lost Passport Overseas
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There's almost nothing worse than losing your passport the day before you are supposed to leave on an international trip-except, perhaps, losing it while you are far from home in another country. What should you do if this happens to you? The following process will help you get your lost passport replaced ASAP. Step 1: Calm Down Losing a passport in another country can send you in panic mode faster than almost anything else. Panic accomplishes nothing, so the first…

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New Passports For Citizens Born to Midwives Near the Border
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*The passport fees have recently changed. As of April 2nd, 2018, the passport acceptance fee has gone up from $25 to $35.   US citizens born to midwives near the US-Mexican border will get a chance to get new passports next month by applying at special mobile units set up by the Department of State.  The mobile units are being set up as part of the settlement for a class-action lawsuit filed by the ACLU on behalf of American citizens…

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Disaster Tourism: Is it Worth Getting a Passport?
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News of natural disasters or political violence in other countries leaves most people simply shaking their heads. However, for some travelers, bad news in an otherwise attractive travel destination means that it's time to double-check the expiration date on your passport. Why would you want to travel to an area that's experiencing difficulties? Most people choose to stay home or go somewhere else when conditions in a particular destination are less than ideal, which means that you can often score…

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Get a Passport Quick to Attend the Shanghai World Expo
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The idea of a World's Fair may seem somewhat quaint, calling to mind the first Great Exposition in London, England in 1851 or the electrical exhibits at the the Chicago World's Fair of 1893. However, the practice of holding international expositions has continued to this day.  Now, as then, the expositions provide countries with an opportunity to show off, whether it be by displaying new technologies or through cultural and artistic exhibitions. This year, China is hosting a world's fair…

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Cruise Ship Weddings: Why You Might Need An Expedited Passport
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Something old? Check.  Something new? Check. Something borrowed? Check. Valid passport? Hey,wait a minute... These days, cruise ship weddings are replacing more expensive destination weddings as the ceremony of choice for budget-conscious couples who love to travel. The NileGuidance blog reports that the number of couples getting married on a cruise ship has risen by 60% in the past decade.  Cruise ship weddings are quite affordable, even if you don't have a lot of money to spend-Carnival Cruise's basic ceremony…

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Stolen Passports Increasingly Common in El Paso, Texas
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If you live in El Paso, keep a close eye on your US passport.  According to local TV station NewsChannel9,  stolen passports are on the rise as thieves target US citizens for their travel documents. In a story published on March 17th, the station advised that the local passport office had noticed a trend of people being mugged not for cash or jewelry, but for their US passports.  On April 19th, they reported that the trend had continued, and that…

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Obtaining a Passport For Eco-Friendly Travel
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It's Earth Day, and to celebrate we'd like to highlight 5 top eco-tourism destinations. Obtaining a passport is the first step to visiting one of these earth-friendly hotels or resorts: Avalon Coastal Retreat, Australia This eco-resort is located along the coast of Great Oyster Bay in Tasmania. Attractions include seabirds, whales, dolphins, penguins, and of course, Tasmanian devils. Spannocchia, Italy Tenuta di Spannocchia is located in the Italian countryside, near Siena.  Rent a farmhouse or a room in the bed…

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Is Your US Passport Card Defective?
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Have you applied for a US passport card recently? If so, your card may be defective. The US Department of State has announced that 658  passport cards were found to be defective. The cards in question are invalid,  which means that if you try to use them to cross into Mexico or Canada, you could find yourself in a bit of a pickle as border officers will have to use other means to verify that you are a US citizen.…

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