Most flyers who have Global Entry (and TSA PreCheck as an added bonus) know that just because they were granted access into the program, it doesn’t necessarily mean they’ll have …
International Travel
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Travel
Central American Country Updates Its Vaccine Requirements for 2nd Time This Week
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegJune 28: “New rule.” July 4: “LOLZ, just kidding. This is what we actually meant.” Honduras has apparently changed its mind. About a week and a half ago, the Central …
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Funny Stuff
Common Things In The U.S. That Are Unheard Of In Other Countries
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegWhen you go to another country, there’s often some culture shock. When I go to the UK, I always have to remember to ask for the “toilet” as opposed to …
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I think the British Government just scammed me. Well, wait—that’s a bit harsh. It’ll make sense in a minute. Applying for a UK ETA Since we’re planning a trip where …
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When you apply for Global Entry, you need to go through several steps. After a thorough review process and an interview, you’re approved for a 5-year term. Once you’ve been …
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Tips and Tricks
“Tip Fatigue” Is Real – Here Are 12+ Countries Where Gratuities Aren’t Expected
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegIf you live in, or have visited the U.S., you’ve probably experienced it – places are asking for tips EVERYWHERE. As a tipping society, having to tip restaurant servers, hotel …
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Every couple of months, the United States government revamps its travel advisories for going to other countries, based on how safe or unsafe they perceive said country is. (They never …
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A while back, I wrote a piece about how you can spot an American tourist from a mile away. It went into several ways that people from the U.S. are, …
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Funny Stuff
The Stereotypes Of Various Countries, As Explained By Their Residents
by SharonKurhegby SharonKurhegLike it or lump it, the residents of every country have stereotypes. You know what I mean…which group of people is particularly smart or stupid, rich or poor, hard workers …
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The CDC has quietly updated its travel health recommendations, and this time, it’s not about COVID or flu. The agency now says all Americans traveling internationally should be fully vaccinated …