One Good Reason To Get Your Passports Expedited This Summer!
Here’s a reason to get your passports expedited this summer: some Caribbean governments are giving money back to tourists!
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Get an Express Passport and Volunteer Abroad This Summer!
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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Get a Passport for a Quick Adventure With Voyij
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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Same Day Passport Processing: What You Need to Know
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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Can You Expedite a Passport Card?
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 Vacation: Renew Your Passport Now
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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New Passport Office Inaugurated In Detroit
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…
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BBC Show Unearths 400-year-old Passport
A BBC show called "Flog It" has unearthed a 400-year-old passport signed by King Charles the 1st. The document was issued to a 17th-century ship Captain, Captain Bradshaw, and is being valued at up to $20,000 pounds. The lucky owner received it as a birthday present from her husband, who paid only a hundred pounds for it. What did passports look like that long ago? Unsurprisingly, a passport from 1641 bears little resemblance to its modern counterpart. There is no…
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Rush Your Passport and Visit Rome for a Taste of Italy
This year, international travel is cheaper for Americans than it has been in a long time. The exchange rate between the dollar and many foreign currencies has improved, and the economic situation has airlines and hotels slashing prices to attract tourists. What does this mean to you? Well, if you've ever wanted to travel internationally, this is the year to plan a trip. If a trip to Italy is on your life list, the best time to travel is right…