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Beat the Heat With a US Passport
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The dog days of summer are here, and at least in some parts of the country, being outside past noon is downright unpleasant. In Oklahoma City today, the high is expected to hit 104! According to Wikipedia, the ancient Romans believed that during the dog days, "the seas boiled, wine turned sour, Quinto raged in anger, dogs grew mad, and all creatures became languid, causing to man burning fevers, hysterics, and phrensies." If you're looking for an escape from summer's…

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The Best “Secret” Places To Take Your US Passport
By Passport Editorial

You've been to Mexico. You've been to Canada. You have pictures of yourself standing in London with Big Ben in the background and holding up the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy. What now? If you want to add some unique stamps to your US passport, consider these 5 undiscovered destinations. While not technically secret, these countries are off the radar for most US travelers but definitely worth visiting. The Maldives: This remote chain of islands in the Indian Ocean…

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Your US Passport Photo: How Close to Reality is It?
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A US passport issued to an adult is valid for ten years. A lot can happen in that period of time, especially where your personal appearance is concerned. Weight can be gained or lost, haircuts can change and if you're surgically-inclined, you might even get a new nose or lips. A new photojournalism project by Suren Manvelyan and Biayna Mahari on the Behance Network showcases just how much of a difference a few years can make. The project compares old-but-still-valid…

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Your US Passport: Don’t Leave For Canada Without It!
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When you head out to catch a flight to Canada, what's the one thing you shouldn't leave home without? Hint: It's not your American Express card! It's your US passport, which you'll need to get on the flight. Evan Longoria, the third baseman for the Tampa Rays, found that out the hard way when he tried to catch a charter flight with his teammates to Toronto. As he explained to the St. Petersburg Times, "First road trip of the year…

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How Likely Are Your Neighbors to Have a US Passport?
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Do you need a passport to keep up with Joneses? The answer might depend, in part, on where you live. C. G. P. Grey, a professional time management coach currently living in London, used data from the government website Data.gov to come up with an infographic that shows what percentage of people in each state have a valid US passport. New Jersey, Delaware, Alaska, Massachusetts, New York and California have the most well-traveled residents. Out of these states, New Jersey…

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Only 30% of Americans Have a US Passport
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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.   How many people do you know who actually have a US passport? Unlike, say, a driver's license, a passport isn't one of those documents that everyone has. In fact, according to CNN, only 30% of Americans have a passport- about 1 in 3. Compare that to Canada, where 60% of citizens have passports, or the UK, where…

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US Passport Regulations for Cruises Leave Many Travelers Confused
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Conflicting regulations from the US Department of Homeland Security and major cruise lines have left many travelers asking "Do I need a passport to go on a cruise?" and not getting a clear answer. According to the Palm Beach Daily News, as a result, passengers end up not only confused, but stranded as well. Here's the skinny: Under Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI) regulations, people traveling by boat to Canada, Mexico or the Caribbean need one of the following documents:…

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