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Top 2021 Travel Gadget Gift Ideas

The holiday season is finally here, which can only mean one thing… it’s time for our annual travel gadget gift list! This year, we put together a list of some unique gifts that any avid traveler is sure to love. We searched far and wide for a variety of products ...
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What Travelers Need to Know About Omicron

The Omicron coronavirus variant is spreading worldwide and has recently been detected in the United States. With all of the uncertainties that come with the new variant, destinations around the globe have put new travel restrictions in place. Borders are closing to countries such as Japan, Israel, and numerous destinations ...
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Travel News

The United States Has Issued its First “X” Gender-Designated Passport

History was made last month as the United States issued its first “X” gender-designated passport. This is a tremendous step in ensuring that the LGBTQI+ community is treated fairly, no matter how they identify.  Dana Zzyym from Colorado has been waiting years to select a gender-neutral marker on their passport ...
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Business Travel

Business Travel Is Expected to Rise in 2022: Here’s What You Should Know

Business travel significantly slowed down due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with many companies choosing to halt travel altogether. Thankfully, there is some hope that business travel can one day return to how it was before the start of the pandemic, as business travel is expected to significantly increase in 2022. ...
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How To Get the Best Intercultural Experience Through Traveling

Though people go on vacations for many different reasons, one of the most common reasons is to get the chance to experience other cultures. Sometimes, you go on a trip abroad, and after a few months from coming back, it would seem as though you knew no more about the ...
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9 Common Mistakes to Avoid During an International Road Trip

An international road trip will surely be a memorable and exciting experience for anyone. However, we are also aware that road trips, especially international ones, have their challenges. You must be prepared for anything as you never know what you may encounter along the way. If you want to make ...
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9 Tips to Make the Most of Studying Abroad

Studying abroad allows students to further their education while learning about another culture in the process. If you have plans to study abroad or are considering studying abroad, you’re going to want to make the most out of your experience. Living in a different country (even if temporarily) is so ...
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Accommodation Tips: 9 Essential Safety Tips Every Traveler Should Know

Vacations are an excellent way to relieve stress, but they can be stressful if you go unplanned. One of the common reasons a trip gets derailed is because of your accommodation choices. Maybe you want to be spontaneous and book your accommodations once you reach your destination, only to find ...
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Travel News

Expedited US Passport Renewal Service

You may not have ever thought it could happen to you, but then it does… you have an upcoming trip, and your passport is expired! For most travelers, this truly is a nightmare. You could be the most organized person in the world, but mistakes happen to the best of ...
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