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• New Online Innovations: Visas, Airfare Search, and More
  May 28, 2013 12:15 pm
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• The Best Way to Get a Passport in a Hurry
  April 18, 2013 4:03 pm
  Here's an overview of what to do when you need a passport in a hurry. read more
• Need to Renew? Passport Day's Approaching
  February 20, 2013 3:27 pm
  Passport Day is coming, so now's the perfect time to take a look inside your little blue book and check its expiration date. read more
• Heading Overseas? A Valid Passport May Not Be Enough
  February 20, 2013 12:28 pm
  These days, having a valid passport is just the start of your documentation requirements. Ed Perkins reports on some important "gotchas" in the fine print. read more
• Seven Travel Gotchas You Need to Know About
  March 16, 2012 11:11 am
  Don't let any of these disasters ruin your vacation, warns Ed Perkins. read more
• Passport Day is This Saturday
  March 9, 2012 8:53 am
  Saturday, March 10 is Passport Day, which is the only day of the year on which travelers can apply for a passport in person without an appointment. read more
• New Passport Cards: What You Need to Know
  March 7, 2012 9:32 am
  We spoke with the State Department to get the skinny on this inexpensive alternative to a traditional passport. read more
• What to Do If You've Lost Your Bag, Wallet, Everything
  December 12, 2011 7:05 am
  Don't let this ultimate worst-case scenario ruin your trip. Follow Rick Steves' eight tips for turning a potential disaster into just another bump in the road. read more
• New Passport? Apply Now if You Ever Want to Leave the U.S. Again
  May 17, 2011 3:20 pm
  The new application is impossible to complete without the aid of a private detective, writes Ed Perkins. Here's what you need to know. read more
• How Would A Government Shutdown Affect Travel?
  February 25, 2011 3:04 pm
  With whispers of a government shutdown growing louder, travelers may be wondering what impact, if any, such a shutdown would have on travel. Here's what we know so far. read more
• More Ways to Avoid Theft on Vacation
  August 23, 2010 12:00 am
  Going on vacation? Use these smart, simple reader tips to prevent becoming a target for theft before you even head out your door. read more
• Price Increase Alert: Passports
  July 1, 2010 3:30 pm
  Here's one of those times when not procrastinating can save you some money. On July 13, prices for new passports and renewals go up. read more
• Five Ways to Avoid Theft on Vacation
  June 22, 2010 12:00 am
  Whether it's a vacation or a business trip, it's important to stay alert and know your surroundings to avoid petty theft. Read on for ways to safeguard your valuables while traveling. read more
• Hit the Road With These Travel Holidays
  April 30, 2010 12:00 am
  Celebrate your wanderlust by taking advantage of one of these travel holidays. From destinations and trains to fanny packs, there's a day for just about everything related to tourism. read more
• Passport Day Coming Up, Time to Renew?
  March 5, 2010 11:30 am
  With a daunting set of passport fee hikes on the horizon, Passport Day might be the perfect opportunity to renew or apply for a passport. Read on for all the details. read more
• Gov't Considering Major Passport Fee Hikes
  March 4, 2010 12:17 pm
  The State Department is considering several substantial passport fee hikes, including a 35 percent increase in the cost just to apply for a passport. read more
• Worst International Travel Hassles (and How to Prevent Them)
  January 21, 2010 1:00 pm
  Travel visas, arrival and departure taxes, and passport problems are on the list of fast ways to derail travel. Plan ahead to make them mere bumps in the road, not roadblocks. read more
• Headed to the Olympics? Not Without a Passport
  February 12, 2010 1:47 pm
  Planning on sitting trackside when Apolo Ohno blows by? Then make sure you've got a passport or other enhanced ID to cross the border. read more
• Using 2010 Destination Trends to Plan Your Vacation
  January 14, 2010 10:26 am
  You've seen lists of popular destinations for 2010, but what do they mean for you and your vacation? Ed Perkins analyzes the trends to help you determine the best destination for your vacation. read more
• New Passport Rules Take Effect in Two Months
  April 8, 2009 8:58 am
  Travelers to Canada and Mexico have two months left to apply for or renew their passports. On June 1, Americans will no longer be able to cross back into the U.S. without one. read more
• Before You Go Abroad, Always Check Visa Requirements
  April 21, 2009 10:57 am
  One of the first things you should do in the trip-planning process is find out if you need a visa, even if you think you don't. It's easy to find out, and knowing the rules can be vital to your trip. read more
• Last-Minute Passports and Visas
  November 25, 2008 10:28 am
  Ed Perkins guides you through the necessary steps to obtain last-minute passports and visas. read more
• Need a passport fast?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  While it's not the ideal situation, it is possible to get a passport quickly, even within 24 hours. read more
• Hidden Border Snags Overseas
  August 11, 2008 11:42 am
  Ed Perkins helps you navigate the ins and outs of border crossing. Think you know everything there is about visas, inoculation requirements, and ongoing passage? Think again. read more
• Essential information about applying for a passport
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  Find out which forms, how much time, and how much money you need before you apply for your passport this year. read more
• Do children need identification to fly?
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  As summer approaches, you may be wondering what identification you'll need to have for your children at the airport. Find out what ID is required, far in advance of your flight. read more
• China restricts visas and bans Tibet travel
  June 26, 2008 5:09 pm
  According to a number of visa agencies, Chinese authorities are restricting visas into the country. China has also closed Tibet to tourists. read more
• Passport border crossing regulations delayed until June 2009
  August 4, 2009 9:50 am
  Homeland Security has postponed the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative to June 1, 2009, at which point all American citizens will be required to present a passport at the Canadian and Mexican borders. read more
• Go beyond copies of your passport docs and medical records
  July 10, 2009 12:24 pm
  Use electronic back-up to access your important travel documents when something goes wrong. Two solutions involve a lot less paper and headaches. read more
• No Passport? No Problem!
  December 1, 2008 5:16 pm
  Island savings in Puerto Rico, the U.S. Virgin Islands, and Hawaii. Plus, readers pitch in with tips for finding a great Disney deal. read more

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