One common visa requirement that many of our travelers ask about is the “proof of sufficient funds” requirement. When a consulate requests this, they are just verifying that when you arrive to their country, you will have enough money to support yourself. Many people don’t like sharing this private information, […]
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Traveling to China is not like traveling anywhere else in the world. Because of differences in culture and more, travelers need to prepare for the basics, from what kind of water to drink, how to access social media, to which ATM to use to withdraw money. Here’s a few facts
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Traveling the Middle East can be tricky if you don’t know the ins and outs of each country. That is especially true when your travel involves going to Israel. The policies of most Arab countries differ when it comes to showing evidence that you visited Israel during your journey. Let
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As we mentioned last month, the US State Department updated its travel advisory system last year, so now every country always has a rating from Level 1 to Level 4. Level 1 means that you can travel to the country using the standard precautions that you would always use when
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Every year, the Henley Passport Index issues a report on the strength of different passports around the world. The “strongest” passport in the world is the one that lets the bearer enter the most countries without obtaining a visa (or a visa on arrival) first. In 2018, the country with
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If you have someone in your family or friend group whose passport is simply overflowing with stamps, then we have some great gift suggestions for you. Frequent travelers — especially people who travel a lot internationally — will love these gifts to help them remember their journeys, travel in greater
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The Travel has put a fascinating list of twenty countries where it is exceptionally hard for Americans and other travelers to get a tourist visa. From authoritarian governments to extreme privacy policies to a simple lack of a tourism industry, here are a few of our favorite highlights from the
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Experts agree – Brexit is one big fat mess. Theresa May is still negotiating with the EU on behalf of Britain, trying to get the best possible divorce terms for her country, but a few major sticking points remain, most notably what to do about the border with Northern Ireland.
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Your nationality, purpose of travel, and lead time all play into the choices you have when it comes to getting an India visa. If you are a US citizen, or have a passport from a country that is eligible to apply for an India ETA Visa, then you have 2
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If you’re the type of traveler that likes to have everything set, confirmed, and neatly in place before you head off to foreign lands, then a Vietnamese visa on arrival is not for you. A visa on arrival, or VOA, is a visa option that allows you to obtain a
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