There are different methods to avoid lines at the airport. Some assist with SECURITY lines while others are designed to assist with CUSTOMS lines. These are very different so let's get them straight: CUSTOMS - refers to items being brought into a country upon the return from your trip IMMIGRATION - refers to people entering a country either as a visitor or returning home SECURITY - everyone traveling by air in the US (domestic or international) must pass through security upon leaving for your trip. To avoid the masses and get through lines quicker, you can choose to join a program to expedite the process. See the chart below to decide which program is best for you! I have no affiliation with any of these programs.
I personally use Global Entry because I travel internationally at least once a year and domestically many times a year - I love the TSA precheck for both domestic and international flights and expedited immigration/customs lines when returning to the US. In addition, my credit card covers the cost of Global Entry, so getting it for free was a no brainer. Here are the links to sign up: CLEAR: https://www.clearme.com/ GLOBAL ENTRY AND TSA PRECHECK https://ttp.cbp.dhs.gov/ MOBILE PASSPORT: App Store AUTOMATED PASSPORT CONTROL: no membership
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1. ST. LUCIA St. Lucia - a volcanic island where you can experience the sulfur springs and take a relaxing mud bath. Experience exhilaration by taking an adventurous hike up the Pitons. You will see breathtaking views of the island and it's surrounding waters from 2619 feet above sea level. At Ladera Resort you will enjoy a private plunge pool and amazing views of the sunrise and sunset directly from your room. 2. BARBADOS Barbados has a combination of lush greenery, turquoise waters and white sandy beaches. With nonstop service from NY, this destination is easily accessible from the east coast. Sandals Barbados opened in January 2015 and has had such success, they are currently expanding! MAIDEN NAME and here's why... Time. Documents take a long time to arrive, from the marriage certificate to the passport, it can be weeks before it is all sorted out. Most couples don't have enough time between the wedding and the honeymoon to make a name change. Free name changes. If you don't currently have a passport in any name, you may be tempted to get it in your married name. DON'T FALL FOR THAT TRAP! As mentioned above, you simply don't have the time to get the proper documentation. And there is good news, the State Department will allow you to change your name within 12 months of issuance. So although it requires a bit more form filling... you will be able to complete a name change when you return from your honeymoon without stressing about getting everything in time! (NOTE: Don't let it slip past 12 months, it will be more costly and time consuming) Additionally, if you are renewing your passport within a year of the name change; there is no cost to change your name. Original Blog post 6/16/2016, updated 7/23/18 |
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