Introduction Renewing your passport is a simple and quick process if you do it before your current passport expires. You can renew in person or by mail, which takes about six weeks from start to finish. There is no fee for this service unless you need to apply for a new U.S. passport book or…
Introduction If you lose your passport while traveling overseas, don’t panic! It happens to the best of us. If you know it’s been stolen or lost, call or write immediately to the National Passport Information Center (NPIC) at 1-900-225-5674 (TDD/TTY) or 202-955-0307 between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., Eastern time, Monday through Friday; visit www.travel.state.gov/passport;…
Introduction The 6-month passport validity rule is a policy that all US citizens must follow when traveling abroad. The rule dictates that your passport must be valid for at least six months after your return date in order to travel internationally. This means you should renew your passport if it will expire within six months…
Regardless of the distance you are going to travel, you should always be prepared and have your travel insurance secured. It also does not matter whether you are an avid traveler or just travel once a year. Travel insurance should always be a part of your budget. Some people refuse travel insurance because of its…
Things and events can be very unpredictable and can be very stressful, especially if unexpected things happen when you are away from home. Emergencies, disasters, misfortunes, and calamities can happen to anyone, anytime and anywhere. It pays to always expect the unexpected so that when it comes, you are not left unprepared and in a…
Each country has its own story. There are histories that can only be fully experienced if you visit the site where it took place. Are you a person who loves to travel and study the place you visit simultaneously? Do you love history and culture? As long as you process your US passport, then you…
If you love water so much, then there’s no better way to travel than a cruise liner. Unlike airplanes, you can get outside to appreciate the wavy sea in front of you. You get to travel to other countries all at once as well. But with so many choices, which cruise should you choose? Here…
For travelers, having jet lag can ruin a trip. Jet lag disrupts our default circadian rhythms, that causes us to feel tired and sleepy. We need an adjustment strategy to help us adapt to a new environment with vigor. Here are 8 ways to avoid jetlag so you can enjoy your trip even more and…
Cheap air travel is what everyone wants. For frequent travelers, this is even more important. With the increasing air rates these days, it’s tough to save money every day to afford a ticket. To travel to places you like by paying less, you need to be smart. So here are the smart ways to take…
Everything is expensive nowadays. But this doesn’t mean you will never enjoy family outings. You can still have a family vacation and spend quality time with each other. All you need to do is to follow these tips to save money and enjoy at the same time. Have A Budget Meeting Set up a budget…