Forty-one percent of U.S. citizens have a valid passport, but what is everyone else missing out on? As it turns out, a passport is more than just a travel document. To kick off the Hilton Passport Project, Hilton Hotels & Resorts recently surveyed their guests to uncover the hidden benefits of having a passport. Are […]
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**Editor’s Note (Updated July 2025):** Passport gender marker policies have changed since this blog was first published. As of January 20, 2025, the U.S. no longer issues passports with the “X” marker. All new passports must reflect the applicant’s sex assigned at birth (M or F). Existing “X” marker passports remain valid until they expire. For the most current info on what this means for you, read our latest update: 👉 [U.S. Passport Gender Marker Policy: What Changed in 2025]…
Trying to figure out how to get a passport in San Diego? It's harder than it sounds. California is one of the most well-traveled states, and San Diego is its second-largest city. In this busy metropolis, passports are in high demand. Here's how to get a passport in San Diego in 2017 without losing your cool. Where to Apply (If you aren't in a hurry) How to get a passport in San Diego? It depends on how long you can…
Is expedited passport service worth it? Conventional wisdom says: "No." After all, why pay someone to do something you could do yourself? Isn't that a waste of money? But what if I told you that using a passport expediting service could actually save you money, as well as your time and your sanity? Because depending on your situation, it totally could. Types of Expedited Passport Service Before we get started, let's take a moment to break down the different types…
Today, we would like to share a special story with our readers about a truly remarkable customer and her family. Sidney Doane is a graduate of Oklahoma State University. Two years ago, she was a graduate student at the University of Kansas. She has an enormous passion for helping children, and she was working towards her EdS. in school psychology. She's also shown Quarter Horses competitively for 15 years. An Accident, and a Life Interrupted On December 18, 2014, Sidney…
Got the winter blues? We've got the cure: imagining yourself relaxing in one of the top Spring Break destinations for 2017! But where will you go this year? Has Panama City lost its charm? Are you less than thrilled by the thought of Cancun? Here are 7 cutting-edge Spring Break destinations for 2017, plus the passport requirements to get there. Spring Break Destinations for 2017: Nicaragua Little Corn Island Living that island life! Who's ready to swing away?! || ¡Viviendo…
Do you hate cookie-cutter hotels and tours almost as much as you hate "roughing it?" Here's the good news: Going off the beaten path doesn't mean you have to sling a pack on your back or live the communal life in a hostel. In fact, here are 8 amazing luxury travel bloggers who combine luxury, pampering and unique adventures. Check them out, get to know them, and get inspired. Luxe Adventure Travel: A Luxury Travel Blog With a Side of Adventure Or…
*The passport fees have recently changed. As of April 2nd, 2018, the passport acceptance fee has gone up from $25 to $35. Need to get a passport? Not sure how to get started? At RushMyPassport, we've spent almost a decade making it easier and faster to get a passport for customers around the country. Now, we're sharing our experience with you! Are you a total newbie applying for your first-ever passport? A seasoned traveler ready for a passport renewal?…
Want to study abroad in 2017? Time to start planning! Many study abroad programs require you apply up to a year in advance. As an American student, you have the whole world at your fingertips. But you'll need to choose a program soon. Need some suggestions? Here are the 10 best places to study abroad in 2017: 10 Best Places to Study Abroad in 2017 1. United Kingdom Why the UK is one of the best places to study abroad: The…