You Can Sign Up for TSA Precheck at Staples
I’ve had TSA Precheck for years, with no regrets. The fee works out to just $15 annually, and every time I’ve taken a trip by air and faced shorter lines…
There’s a New Global Entry App for US Customs
Photo: Jsnow my wolrd (Shutterstock) International travel is about to get a little easier for the more than 12 million members of U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s (CBP) Global Entry…
Download Mobile Passport Control for Your Next International Trip
Photo: Lu ShaoJi (Getty Images) Lines at the airport are expected to be long this summer, and prices high. If you plan to travel internationally but haven’t heard of Mobile…
‘Reserve’ Is a Free Way to Get Through Airport Security Faster
Photo: 1000 Words (Shutterstock) There are some good options for people who want to avoid the long lines of TSA at the airport, including TSA PreCheck, Global Entry, and Clear.…
How to Speed Up Your Global Entry Enrollment
We’re fans of anything that can make travel less of a headache, from checking in online or booking smarter itineraries to knowing your rights when things go wrong. And speeding…
How to Get Through Customs and Immigration As Fast As Possible
Photo: asiandelight (Shutterstock) If you’re like most people, the thought of dealing with customs and immigration at the airport can be stressful—but it doesn’t have to be as dreadful as…
How to Apply for a Redress Number (and How to Know If You Need One)
Photo: Geza Farkas (Shutterstock) When purchasing a plane ticket, you’re asked to fill out a form with some basic information, like your legal name, date of birth, and phone number.…
How to Choose the Best Airport Security ‘Pre-Check’ Program for You
Photo: Arne Beruldsen (Shutterstock) Airport security lines are notoriously long, the process is slow, and it’s often difficult to figure out what you need to do in order to get…
Never Use This TikTok Travel ‘Hack’
Photo: Jim Lambert (Shutterstock) A “travel hack” is currently going viral on TikTok, promising to reliably get you to the front of the line when you’re boarding a flight and/or…
These Credit Cards Come With Sweet Airport Perks
Photo: Noppy2016 (Shutterstock) Hanging out at the airport is no one’s idea of a good time, but as the Transportation Security Administration warns of longer-than-usual wait times during this busy…