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| Passport | a government document proving the bearer’s citizenship in the country that issues it. |
| Visa | a stamp of endorsement issued by a country that allows a passport holder to enter that country for a specified purpose and period of time. |
| Travel Advisories | warnings about specific countries while taking a trip, for U.S. citizens planning a trip abroad. |
| Exchange Rate | amount of currency of one country that can be traded for one unit of the currency of another country. |
| Exchange Rate | Also known as a conversion rate |
| Fares | charges for transportation, may be up to 50% off normal adult travel prices. |
| U.S. government’s Federal Aviation Administration’s website | www.faa.gov |
| Online travel websites | orbitz.com, ricksteves.com, expedia.com, Travelocity.com and iflyswa.com (domestic only) |
| Due to greater demand | most summertime fares/packages are priced substantially higher for domestic and international destinations compared to wintertime pricing. |
| Student fare | may be up to 50% off normal adult travel prices. |
| Factor to consider | Airport security |
| What time to arrive? | it is recommended that travelers should plan to arrive at least two hours early for international flights |
| Why to arrive to the airport for a certain time? | to check necessary baggage, receive boarding passes and complete the required security screening process before boarding the plane. |
| Passports are issued | in the United States by the Department of State and are valid for ten years. |
