In the United States, 1 woman in 8 will be diagnosed with breast cancer during her lifetime. You probably have a friend, a loved one or a coworker who is a fighter or a survivor. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. People and organizations from around the world are joining together to support patients and […]
You used to dream of seeing the world ... but then you woke up. You went online to check your balance ... and then looked away before you could really see how little money was there. You can't leave your job or your house, and it's hard enough to get your kids out the door for school. Becoming a traveler? Forget it. No chance. Or is there? Here are 15 of the best travel blogs for people who don't think they…
Want to travel to Cuba? Now is the time! At the end of the month, JetBlue will make history with the first non-charter direct commercial flights from the US to Cuba in almost 50 years. But before you go, here are 5 things you need to know about Cuba's passport requirements, Cuban travel visas and how to travel to Cuba legally as an American citizen. Passport Requirements For Americans Traveling to Cuba In a nutshell, you'll need: A valid passport…
Do you consider yourself a world traveler? Feel a bit lost when it comes to understanding and speaking other languages? Ever wish you could go a step deeper, and have a greater handle on the language of your next destination? Avid travelers, the solution may be easier than you think. If you love traveling, and want to take your cultural experience to the next level, discover “How to Learn and Memorize the Vocabulary of Any Language” with Udemy’s online course.…
Ever feel stuck in rut? Like you need a change of scenery right this minute? Well, what are you waiting for? It’s true, planning a last-minute trip can be intimidating. But with the right resources, you can have an amazing time and even save money leaving on the spur of the moment. To help you get started, here is the ultimate last-minute travel guide: 31 last-minute travel sites and apps to help you find deals, stay organized and more! Last…
You need a passport, but you never seem to be able to make it to the post office to apply. Sound familiar? This spring, check out one of the many upcoming passport fairs around the country, and you will no longer be constrained by traditional office hours. Is there a passport fair near you? Whatever you do, don't wait to apply for a passport if you'll need one this year. Summer is peak passport season! During the summer months, longer wait…
No Spring Break plans? Don't spend it on the couch watching TV as life passes you by! These 9 destinations guarantee an amazing Spring Break, even at the last minute. You can either go join the party at one of 2016's most popular destinations, or you can go off the beaten path for a more laid-back atmosphere. The choice is yours. Read on to discover 5 of the most popular Spring Break destinations plus 4 "hidden gems." The Top Destinations for Spring Break…
Do you need a passport to register to vote? In some states, you just might. Voters in Kansas, Alabama and Georgia are required to prove citizenship when they register to vote, using either a birth certificate or a passport. Kansas Secretary of State Kris Kobach has been fighting for years to require citizens to submit proof of citizenship when they register. In 2011, the state passed the Secure and Fair Elections Act. One of its requirements, which became effective in…
Prince shared his passport photo on Twitter...and the Internet exploded. Writers called it "sheer perfection," "game-changing" and even "so aggressively sexual it should be illegal." Mashable writer Jim Roberts tweeted "You'll never have a passport photo like this. So give up." But do you have to give up? Are the rest of us mere mortals doomed to carry around humiliating passport photos for the next decade? We say "No more!" After analyzing Prince's Internet-famous passport pic to find out what…