If you’re planning on traveling in the near future, it would be a good idea to check and make sure that all of your travel documents, including your US passport, are up-to-date. TSA has started to crack down on people whose travel documents don’t match their tickets.
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The US Department of State is increasing the number of regional passport offices available to issue passports. The department just opened a new office in Minneapolis, Minnesota on May 18th, so Minneapolis residents who need to cross the border in to Canada can make an appointment to have their passport application processed on-site. More passport offices are planned for the future, including one in El Paso scheduled to open in 2010. The final phase of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative…
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The slowdown in the economy has eaten holes in American wallets and reduced the amount of money available for travel. The travel industry has taken a hit, but the silver lining is that they are trying to lure customers by offering incredible travel deals, too. Now, the governments of some of the island nations in the Caribbean on getting in on the act, offering some "economic stimulus" payments of their own to tourists, usually to the tune of around $200.00.…
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Want to see the world and make a difference at the same time? Many organizations offer international volunteer programs! Participating in an international volunteer program even has some advantages over simply traveling to another country, as this post on "Go Green Travel Green" points out. Not only do you get the satisfaction that comes from knowing y0u're helping others, you'll also get a deeper experience of the culture in the country where you're volunteering. Plus, traveling outside of the major…
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Are you the type of person that likes to take off on an adventure at the spur of the moment? A new travel site called Voyij could have you applying for a passport, quick! Voyij is a service that draws information on last-minute travel deals from other travel sites like Hotwire, Expedia, Priceline and Travelocity. What's different about Voyij? Unlike other travel sites, you don't start with a pre-planned destination. Instead, you enter in the airport that you would like…
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Is it possible to get a passport in one day? Same day passport processing is definitely available, but the amount of time it will take for you to actually get your passport depends on several different factors. There are actually two options available for people who need same day passport processing. The first option is to make an appointment at a Regional Passport Agency office. There are several downsides to this option. First, you have to make an appointment. Second,…
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Update: The US passport card can now be expedited by mail through the US Department of State, with emergency processing available through some (but not all) regional passport agencies. 'On June 1st, 2009, the rules governing travel between the United States and Canada, Mexico and the Caribbean will change. Currently, only air travelers need a passport to re-enter the United States-land and sea travelers can use a photo ID (like a driver's license), and proof of citizenship (such as a…
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Summer is almost here, and it's time to start planning your family's summer vacation. Where are you going this year? If you're not sure, take a look at these top 5 summer vacation destinations. Remember, you need to renew your passport now if you want to travel this summer! Punta Cana, Dominican Republic- Punta Cana is becoming an increasingly well-known playground for American tourists. Gorgeous pink sand beaches and all-inclusive resorts are the main attractions here. London- See London without…
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American citizens in Michigan now have a passport office nearby. On Monday, Ambassador Janice L. Jacobs, Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs, inaugurated a Regional Passport Agency office downtown at 211 West Fort Street. Before this office opened, the nearest Regional Passport Agency was in Chicago, Illinois. A Regional Passport Agency office helps travelers who need a passport for travel within the next 14 days. Given that new passport rules will go into effect on June 1st, requiring a…
