The Atlantic recently conducted a fascinating breakdown of data surrounding US passport holders and the states they live in. While the country as a whole has seen a huge surge in passport ownership over the last decade or so, it turns out that the surge has not been uniform. People […]
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Matt Schulz recently shared a travel nightmare on Business Insider that you may not have heard before, but it’s a much more common occurrence than you might think. Matt and his family were at the airport trying to check in for their flight to Spain when they were told that
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One of the best things about America is that it’s so darn big. This country has everything from rainforests to mountains to deserts to everglades. We have some of the best cities and some of the most well preserved natural wonders found anywhere in the world. We have oceans and
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The information contained in this blog has changed since it was published years ago. For the most update to date information, please read this blog. The woman had no international journey plans when she came to renew her passport at our Chicago office. This wasn’t particularly unusual; at first
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You may have heard about passport cards, which are smaller, less expensive, and may seem more convenient than the standard passport book. Despite their apparent benefits, passport cards do have their drawbacks. There are certain circumstances where a passport card can work better than a traditional passport and other situations
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You love traveling to new countries, and you want to share that love of international exploration with your kids – but first, you have to get there. While traveling internationally with children requires more preparation, bringing your whole family on the trip of a lifetime is worth it. To help
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For many people, the most nerve-wracking part of the passport and visa application process is handing over copies of their old passport, their driver’s license, and other personal information. If you get a passport for your child, you may even have to send in their original birth certificate! If you’ve
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While a second valid passport may seem like a good idea to have for backup or additional identification, you won’t be granted one just because you want one. It is possible to get a second passport, but only if it’s deemed necessary by the U.S. Department of State (DOS). Why
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Earlier this month, the State Department rolled out a revamped travel advisory system. Every country is rated on a scale of one to four. A level one rating is the lowest level of risk and means that travelers should “exercise normal precautions.” Level four is the highest level, and the
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Keeping your passport current is a wise move, not only for travel but also for general identification purposes. Even though passports are valid for ten years, that time can go by fast, and you may find yourself with an expired passport when you need it most. If you have a
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