Things to know before applying for your Passport.

Planning a vacation? Spring Break is rapidly approaching, followed by wedding/honeymoon season. Are you prepared for travel outside the country? Here are a few helpful hints for applying for your passport.

·         APPLY EARLY - The process is not as difficult or confusing as it may appear at first but the added stress of an upcoming travel deadline isn’t helpful.

·         BE PREPARED -  Print out your paperwork at home, carefully read through the documents before filling out your information. Click here for the appropriate documents https://www.usps.com/international/passports.htm

·         BE CAMERA READY - Save time by having your photo taken ahead of time. Many places such as Walgreen’s and Walmart provide passport photo services that take only minutes and you won’t have to worry about meeting the special size requirements for your application. There are additional guidelines on what not to wear….do NOT wear white, try to avoid wearing clothing with logos or you’ll be sent back to take a new photo. (or worse, your application can be rejected and you’ll have to start again)

·         CALL AHEAD - You can apply at your local post office without making an appointment. I would suggest calling ahead of time to find out the hours that they will accept your application.  They may also be able to give you a heads up as to when the “slow” time of day is so you can save yourself additional time standing in line.

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Are You Adventurous?

Our family has become hooked on The Travel Channel Show, TRIP FLIP!

 

Host, Bert Kreischer takes adventurous folks on spontaneous, one of a kind adventures all over the world. Not only are the locations unique and varied but Bert always finds unexpected activities that the typical traveler might miss. The participants just have to say "YES!" and Bert plans a trip that is a complete action packed surprise. Honestly, how amazing would it be to have a truly new and extraordinary experience customized for you? Freakin' Fantastic! That's what it would be!

 

Bert and the Trip Flip episodes have given us inspiration to experience more of the unknown with what we're calling our "Friday Flip". Each month, we'll find new local experiences, activities or classes to share with you. We'll post photos and a full recap of events on a Friday during the month. Instead of saying "I've always wanted to try that." we're flipping our day and joining the party :)

 

Currently, we're researching events and activities. Please feel free to make suggestions and share ideas in the comments below! What have you always wanted to try?

 

We look forward to posting our first adventure soon!

Ema and Anita

 

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