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A small sandy beach alcove situated among rocky cliffs in Lagos, Portugal

Here’s how to qualify for citizenship in six countries across Europe, the Caribbean, and North Africa.

April 15, 2026 03:06 AM

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Jamie Davis Smith

Travel Tips + Etiquette

How to Get a Same Day or Emergency Passport

Passport panic? Here’s how to navigate getting a passport in under 24 hours.

September 15, 2023 07:27 AM

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Bailey Berg

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Travel Tips + Etiquette

Yes, U.S. Citizens Need a Visa to Travel to These 9 Countries—Including a New One

You can visit 180 countries without getting a visa in advance, but these others require one.

October 13, 2025 01:05 PM

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Sophie Friedman

Here’s everything you need to know to renew this essential travel document, from the right forms to use to how much it will cost.

March 26, 2026 12:57 PM

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Ramsey Qubein

A sailboat cruising by a brick building on the Helsinki archipelago in Finland

The world’s happiest country wants to spread the joy to a group of lucky applicants who will travel to Helsinki this summer.

March 20, 2024 06:10 PM

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Michelle Baran

Three bottles of sunscreen in different formats on a sandy beach

Health + Wellness

Spray vs. Lotion Sunscreens: Which One Is Safer?

Spray sunscreens are popular and convenient. But are they as safe as lotion sunscreens?

August 8, 2024 07:15 AM

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Nathalie Alonso

The rideshare company unveiled several new eco-friendly initiatives this week, including discounted fares and access to preferred airport pickup zones when selecting Uber Green.

June 8, 2023 06:11 PM

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Chris Dong

Interview view of a terminal at John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) in New York with a huge American flag hanging from the middle of the terminal building

The 12-month pilot program would require travelers from countries with high visa-overstay rates to post refundable bonds.

August 12, 2025 07:06 PM

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Bailey Berg

Father with child son in carrier backpack walking through streets of the old center of Ljubljana, Slovenia.

Visas + Passports

Passports for Babies Have Special Rules: Here’s What You Need to Know to Get One

From application requirements to how soon you can apply to get a passport for your newborn, here’s what you need to know about how to get a passport for a baby.

September 12, 2023 07:38 AM

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Devorah Lev-Tov

The new program will allow Americans to renew their passport fully online for the first time.

Visas + Passports

U.S. Temporarily Reopens Pilot Program for Online Passport Renewal

It’s a great opportunity if you’re quick.

October 14, 2022 03:19 PM

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Bailey Berg

three zebras in the foreground eating grass and a few more in the background alongside some trees in Kenya

Here’s how to visit the East African country as of January 2024.

January 26, 2024 09:00 AM

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Sarika Bansal

A small wooden boat with a flag tied to an anchor in the sand and soaring island rocks in the background on the beach in Phuket, Thailand

The new Destination Thailand Visa will allow remote workers to stay for up to five years. Here’s what you need to know.

June 19, 2024 09:08 AM

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Bailey Berg

It'll soon to easier to work from the United States northern neighbor.

The new short-term visa scheme is expected to be rolled out by the end of 2023.

July 17, 2023 03:44 PM

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Bailey Berg

A rectangular outdoor pool with attached hot tub is on the property of an adobe style house. Chaise lounges and striped sun umbrellas are on the pool deck

Loyalty + Rewards

The 5 Best Credit Cards for Travelers Right Now Have Unprecedented Sign-Up Bonuses and Unexpected Perks

Combine some of the highest-value welcome bonuses we’ve ever seen with perks for travel and home.

July 2, 2025 02:04 PM

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Paul Rubio

Vendors selling scenic prints along the Seine River in Paris

The introduction of new ETIAS entry rules for foreign travelers heading to Europe has been pushed back yet again.

October 23, 2023 06:50 PM

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Michelle Baran

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