I was a pretty romantic kid growing up; at eight years old I was a true idealist with access to HBO. One night, at three in the morning (the magic hour), I witnessed my first black and white film, Sabrina starring Audrey Hepburn. It’s the story of a young working class girl, the daughter of […]
What To Do When You Lose Your Passport
Passport troubles abroad can be a nightmare because people can be targets for identity theft. Once you find out your passport has been lost or stolen, it’s recommended to immediately report it to the police to decrease chances of someone stealing your identity. While losing a passport is an inconvenience to your adventure or dream […]
Before You Go: Registering Your Trip With the State Department
U.S. STATE DEPARTMENT’S SMART TRAVELER ENROLLMENT PROGRAM (STEP) It is important to prepare for any unforeseeable crises or emergency when going abroad for any length of time. If you are an American citizen and passport holder, you should be aware that you have the entirety of the United States government looking out for you should […]
How to Leave the Country Without Actually Leaving the Country
Firstly, Puerto Rico is not a country. I have to get that out of the way in order to write this calmly and to explain the unique intrinsic character of this United States territory, which makes it the subject of this article and an ideal travel destination. Located in the northern Caribbean Sea, officially known […]