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11 Things Not to Do When Eating Abroad
Sit up straight. Use your napkin. Chew with your mouth closed. Dont put your elbows on the table (too much), avoid slurping and burping ... you know your table manners. But those refinements youre so accustomed to may be insignificant or even offensive in other parts of the wo
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Electricity Overseas: Converters, Adapters and Beyond
Youve renewed your passport, bought your plane tickets and researched your destination -- now its time to prepare for the little details of traveling overseas. One is making sure you have the right equipment needed to use any electrical appliances youre bringing on your trip.A
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Traveling in a Developing Country: 11 Dos and Donts
Visiting a developing country can provide some of the most authentic cultural experiences and human interactions on the planet. But it also can pose challenges, especially to those unaccustomed to the rigors of traipsing through countries with modest economies, or widespread p
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Nine Things to Do When No One Speaks English
Youve always gotten by with your high school French or Spanish overseas, but what if youre in a place so remote no one speaks anything but the local language and you havent taken the time to learn more than hello and thank you?English is a common second language in many countr
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Around-the-World Tickets and Fares
Around-the-world travel isnt just for the young or the independently wealthy. Students, retirees and even working folks with a few weeks of vacation time can take advantage of the convenient pricing and flexibility of around-the-world tickets. You can travel around the world f
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International Car Rental Tips
Need wheels for your next trip abroad? Theres more to consider than driving on the other side of the road. From international driving permits to liability insurance, renting a car in a foreign country can be a bit more complicated than renting one at home. Here are some tips f
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Travel Warnings and Advisories
These days, youre probably not planning a trip to Iraq or Afghanistan -- the United States and other developed nations are currently advising citizens against all non-essential travel to these countries. But a government travel warning doesnt necessarily mean that its a bad id
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10 Things You Should Never Wear When Traveling Abroad
Safety should be a key consideration no matter where you travel, and part of staying safe in an unfamiliar place is dressing to blend in -- or, at least, not dressing to stand out. Beyond avoiding matching T-shirts, baseball hats and white sneakers, not to mention I Love NY sw
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ATMs Abroad
Whether you need euros, shekels, pesos or pounds, making a withdrawal from an ATM is generally the easiest and cheapest way to get cash abroad. The biggest advantage of exchanging money with your ATM card is that all cash withdrawals, regardless of size, are exchanged based on
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Get the Best Exchange Rate
Between commissions, credit card surcharges, ATM fees and other expenses, youll almost always have to pay a little extra for the privilege of exchanging one currency for another. How can you minimize these expenses and get the best exchange rate when traveling in a foreign cou
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Foreign Currency
As soon as your plane touches down in a foreign country, chances are youll need some money in the local currency -- for a cab, public transportation or even a meal. The growing proliferation of ATMs around the world means that the local currency is usually as close as the near
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Tips for Tipping Abroad
Tipping requires more than cash and generosity; a little research is essential for travelers to know exactly who deserves a tip and how much to give. Generous travelers shouldnt hand out gratuities like Halloween candy to cover their bases. In some countries -- like Japan, whe
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Shopping Abroad: A Travelers Guide
Some travelers get to know a place through its museums and monuments, others through its scenic landscapes or traditional cuisine. But for globetrotters who love to shop, theres no truer way to experience a place than by haggling with merchants in a bazaar, browsing the handcr
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Customs and Duty-Free Guide
Youve been out of the country on your much-deserved yearly vacation. About an hour before your plane lands in the United States, the flight attendant hands you a customs declaration form. Chances are you purchased a few souvenirs or gifts during your travels -- so which ones
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The Best Way to Carry Money Overseas
Before you leave for your next trip abroad, take a moment to think dollars and cents -- or should we say pounds and pesos? Get the most for your money when traveling internationally by doing a little homework first.The most important step is to know your options. In decades pa
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10 Things You Dont Know About Passports
For budding travelers, holding a first passport is almost a magical thing, offering a sense of pure possibility and excitement. It turns out that there are a lot of other magical as well as not so magical things to know about passports in 2016; here is a list of 10 facts you m
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Lost and Stolen Passports
Traveling abroad? Your passport is the most important document on your packing list; protect it, and it will protect you. Having your passport lost or stolen could turn your otherwise flawless trip into a potential disaster. Read on for ideas about how to protect your passport
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Getting Your Child a Passport
If youre planning a family trip abroad, keep in mind that everyone, including small children and infants, needs a passport for air travel overseas. However, if youre going to be crossing into Canada, Mexico, Bermuda or parts of the Caribbean by land or by sea, children 15 and
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Passport and Visa Expeditors
If you need a passport or visa in a hurry, you may want to consider consulting a passport or visa expeditor. These agencies will help you gather the required materials for your application, submit them to the embassy or passport office on your behalf, and ensure that your trav
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Passport Information
A passport is your ticket to travel the world! All U.S. citizens, including children, are required to obtain passports in their own names for identification while traveling abroad and for re-entry into the United States. Unless specifically authorized by a passport issuing off
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