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According to statistics from the US State Department published in the Washington Post, as of 2007 only 27% of Americans had a valid passport. That's not very many people, but passport applications have increased in recent years as passports become necessary for more and more people. Do you need a US passport? Here are some reasons why you might: Travel If you are traveling outside of the US, you probably need a passport. This is even true if you are…
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With many airlines offering discounted fares overseas, now is a great time to take that international trip you've been dreaming about. Of course, the main reason airfare is so cheap because many people can't afford to travel at the moment. Is there a way to make traveling internationally more affordable? If you aren't afraid of getting to know new people and you don't mind sleeping on stranger's couch, you can travel overseas without having to pay for accommodations. Not having…
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Recently, the US Department of Stateissued a travel warning for American citizens regarding travel to Mexico. Our neighbor to the south has long been a popular vacation spot for Americans, but some areas of the country have erupted into violence as drug cartels struggle for power over Mexican police forces and each other. The violence has prompted the Department of State to warn US citizens to use caution while traveling in Mexico. Here's an excerpt from the travel warning (for…
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Study abroad programs are becoming more and more popular among US college students, and for good reason. College is the perfect time to try living overseas! Think about it...by studying abroad, you get to experience another country and another culture firsthand while you earn college credits. After you graduate, you'll probably be short on both money and time, at least for a few years. That's why college is the best time to travel. Also, studies have shown that listening to…
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As of November 1st, 2016, you are no longer allowed to wear glasses in your passport photo. Before you go in to have passport photos taken, it's a good idea to be aware of the US Passport Agency's requirements for passport photos. If your photos don't measure up, your passport application could be rejected. To make sure you get your passport in a timely manner, review the rules below before you strike a pose for the camera: You must submit…
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Are you looking for a new job? Tourism Queensland in Queensland, Australia, is currently offering one lucky person the best job ever: Caretaker of the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef! So, what does the caretaker of the Islands of the Great Barrier Reef do for a living? NileGuidance has a great post up that gives details about the position. Apparently, job duties include enjoying the islands and engaging in such difficult and stressful activities as snorkeling, scuba diving, perhaps…
