Archive for the ‘Passports & Visas’ Category
10 Tips for Women Traveling to Iran
By Ashleen Williams
Special to Lost Girls
I recently traveled to the Islamic Republic of Iran, alone, with the purpose of clearing my mind and finding my way again. I also wanted to buy some amazing handicrafts, indulge in the fantasy of being able to afford a Persian rug, and enjoy endless cups of...
April 26th, 2012 | Middle East, Passports & Visas | Read More
Happy Passport Day… Tomorrow!
Words and Photos by Alexandra Baackes
It’s a cliché because it’s true- a passport is a key to a whole new world. Unfortunately many Americans are still missing that key. Since the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative passed in 2007, the oft-quoted statistic that only 20% of Americans have passports...
March 9th, 2012 | Passports & Visas | Read More
8 Simple Steps to a Safe Trip, Part Two: After You Arrive
By Susmita Baral
LG News Intern
Last week, LG News Intern Susmita Baral shared eight steps to take before getting on a plane and starting your next trip. This week, she focuses on tips and ideas for how to safe after you’ve arrived in a new place:
1. Law & Order
When leaving your home country,...
August 12th, 2011 | Health & Safety, Leaving & Coming Home, Passports & Visas, Planning | Read More
8 Simple Steps to a Safe Trip, Part One: Before You Go
By Susmita Baral
LG News Intern
Many round-the-world trips begin with a complete break from the life you’ve been leading up to that point: selling your car, giving up your apartment lease, putting your belongings into storage, etc. But what if you’re about to go on a trip that’s not quite so extensive?...
August 5th, 2011 | Leaving & Coming Home, Packing & Wardrobe, Passports & Visas, Planning | Read More
Working Holiday Visas: How to Get a Job in Australia, Ireland or New Zealand
By Candace Rardon
LG Correspondent
Ever dreamed about working in the world of Hobbiton? Hanging out with kangaroos and koalas on your day off? Or maybe grabbing a perfectly poured Guinness at the pub after a long day at the office? The choice is yours with New Zealand, Australia, and Ireland all offering...
December 6th, 2010 | Australia/New Zealand/Pacific, Expats Abroad, Ireland, Passports & Visas, Working Abroad | Read More
How to Plan the Perfect (and Safe!) Getaway: 5 Tips for Women
When you start planning a trip, it’s easy to get excited. Excitement and anticipation are a good thing. But, remember to keep your head–as well as your allotted time and budget–grounded in reality. Travel isn’t always easy, cheap, or the most feasible, but it’s doable...
November 18th, 2010 | Finances & Savings, Health & Safety, Leaving & Coming Home, Passports & Visas | Read More
Handling License Renewal, Jury Duty and Other Issues On the Road
There’s nothing worse than getting summoned for jury duty when you’re half way across the world. Or having a suspension on your credit card. Or an expired license. Unfortunately we travelers run into these problems all the time, and dealing with American companies two time zones away while...
November 11th, 2010 | Extras, Finances & Savings, Passports & Visas, Planning | Read More
Safe Travels! Travel Advisories and Warnings for Americans and Aussies
by Paige Green
Special to Lost Girls World
Shoes off at security check points, no liquids over 3 oz. on board, naked airport scanners – the international travel experience has certainly changed over recent years. Today, most of us can’t help but think about safety concerns and terror threats...
October 5th, 2010 | Health & Safety, Passports & Visas | Read More
Product Review: Owl Say Fabric Travel Clutch
Cailin began working in the Film & TV industry while majoring in film in college, and now she makes the time to travel in between production jobs. Over the past 2 ½ years, she has expanded her count of “countries visited” to 23. After a several years spent juggling work and traveling,...
September 29th, 2010 | Packing & Wardrobe, Passports & Visas, Shopping & Style | Read More
Air Travel News 9.28.10
by Nancy Yeomans
LG Air Travel Editor
Look up in the sky! It’s a bird….it’s a plane! No….it’s your weekly air travel news! Here’s what’s happening in the world of aviation, from the ground up.
Is Southwest’s Gain A Gain For Travelers?
So Southwest is joining...
September 28th, 2010 | Air, Air Travel News, Extras, Leaving & Coming Home, Packing & Wardrobe, Passports & Visas, Travel Products & Services | Read More