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No Appointment Necessary: Global Entry Launches Enrollment on Departure Option

Travelers flying out of Virginia’s Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) will now have the option to complete their Global Entry interview upon departure without waiting for an appointment, thanks to a new initiative from the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The agency announced that beginning immediately, conditionally approved Global Entry applicants who are flying
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New York State Bans Travel Size Toiletries in Hotels

One of the simple pleasures of traveling is checking into a hotel room and being greeted by miniature bottles of shampoo, conditioner, and body wash from luxurious brands that you’d never splurge on for yourself. Drobot Dean | Adobe Stock Unfortunately, these tiny plastic bottles are wasteful and have a significant environmental impact. New York
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How to Opt Out of TSA Facial Recognition

The Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has been rolling out facial recognition technology at airports across the United States over the past few years. Billed as a “touchless screening” process, the technology allows flyers to pass through airport security without showing an ID or boarding pass. Instead, facial recognition technology is used to verify travelers’ identities
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Sun, Sand, and a Free Vacation: Win a Trip to Aruba

If you’re daydreaming of swaying palms, sandy beaches, and crystal-clear turquoise waters, we’ve got the getaway for you. We’re giving one lucky winner and their guest a chance to trade in chilly winter weather for a blissful 4-night escape to the sun-drenched Caribbean island of Aruba. Aruba Marriott Resort We’ve partnered with the Aruba Marriott
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This Budget Airline Takes Top Spot for Safety in 2024

With the recent Boeing safety scare on every traveler’s mind, choosing an airline can feel daunting. WalletHub, a financial and consumer website, recently released its study of the best airlines for the coming year, including the safest option for fliers.  Using flight data from last year, the study compared the nine largest US airlines across
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Europe to Triple Its Entry Fee for Visitors

Dreaming of sipping espresso in a Roman piazza or shopping in Paris? Your future European getaway is about to get a little more expensive before you even book a flight. The European Union is planning to nearly triple the fee for its new European Travel Information and Authorization System (ETIAS). When the ETIAS was first
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This New Google Maps Feature Could Be a Game-Changer for Travel

If navigating through a new city stresses you out, an upcoming update to Google Maps could be a lifesaver on your next trip. Google just unveiled Immersive View for routes, a new feature within Maps that will help you plan ahead and know exactly what to expect on your trip.  Immersive View utilizes Street View
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Can Border Agents Search Your Phone?

As more U.S. citizens and visa holders report troubling experiences at U.S. ports of entry—including detainment and device searches —concerns about digital privacy are becoming a significant factor in international travel planning. If you’re planning an international trip, it’s important to know your rights upon reentering the U.S., and how Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
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American Airlines Raises Checked Bag Fees

Checking a bag on American Airlines? It will now cost $40 per bag if you don’t prepay online or $35 if you pay in advance. Previously, the airline was charging a flat $30 per checked bag. American has also increased the price of a second checked bag from $40 to $45. The higher checked bag
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