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...The US State Department had issued a notice regarding changes in travel policy requiring american passengers to now carry a US Passport when traveling anywhere outside the United States including the caribbean islands, Latin America, and Mexico. Prior to this, citizens could enter one of these destinations with a birth certificate and a drivers license. A deadline had been discussed for the end of this year that would require travelers to the caribbean to carry passports, but that date has now been moved back a year to December 31st, 2006 as per the State Department, due in part to an overwhelming response from people asking for an extension.

Rather than wait until the last minute, start the passport process now and be ready for next year. Using expedited service still takes two weeks from t...more

Tips For Using Travel Reward Credit Cards

...People who travel frequently can benefit from discounts that travel rewards credit cards offer. But those who dont travel often can find that any benefit may be offset by the high APR annual fee and other charges that come with these credit cards. These credit cards can also come in handy even if you are not the one traveling. If you have relatives who visit you regularly every year, they can also take advantage of airline and car rental perks that are offered by travel rewards credit cards.

Travel reward credit cards can be specific to airline travel, or even t...more

Camp With an Air Chair

...protect the chair.

Second, when you're camping you probably won't have tables or other furniture nearby so looking for one that has a cup holder can be an added benefit. Although you might think that a cup holder wouldn't make that much difference, it will allow you to have a drink nearby while you occupy your hands with other activities and you won't need to get out of the chair every time you want something to drink. Relax in the chair with a good book or take a nap, knowing that you won't spill your drink.

Along this same line, armrests and a footrest will allow you to relax more complet...more

Cheap Airline Tickets - How Sweet It Is

... flights are always the least expensive but this theory does not always hold water. Many travelers unnecessarily hinder themselves when they choose the "red eye" option. Be sure to compare the pricing of all the flight schedules for the day you would like to fly.

Occasionally people are lured into using travel agencies or depend on the internet travel sites to line up cheap airline tickets. However, air travel experts state that there is just no way that any individual reference, whether an internet site, consolidator or agency can possess the current info on all discount airline tickets. Therefore, as the consumer, it is your job to browse about and do some investigating to discover the best airfare deals in order to maximize your holiday budget.