Whether sailing through the Mediterranean or kicking back at an all-inclusive resort in the Caribbean, our travel tools and resources will help make planning your trip easy.
PASSPORT INFORMATION
Passports - Learn how to apply, renew by mail or online, handle loss/theft while traveling and tips.
AIR TRAVEL
Preparation for Air Travel - Learn about security checkpoint wait times, baggage tips, weather and flight delays.
Flying with Children • Flying with Pets • Passengers with Disabilities
Flying with a REAL ID. As of May 7, 2025, you’ll need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license to board a domestic flight, per the Department of Homeland Security and TSA.
INTERNATIONAL TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Visas - Check your destination for Visa requirements.
ETA Requirement for Travel to UK - any visits within the UK require an Electronic Travel Authorization, which will be linked to your passport.
ETIAS Requirement for Travel to Europe - Starting in late 2026, U.S. travelers will need to apply for ETIAS before heading to Europe’s Schengen Zone.
TRAVELING ABROAD
Safety Tips for Traveling Abroad - Tips to prepare for a safe trip outside the United States.
U.S. Department of State - Its mission is to protect the lives and interest of American citizens abroad and to strengthen the security of U.S. borders through vigilant adjudication of visas and passports.
TRAVEL RESTRICTIONS AND ALERTS
Travel Restrictions - Search your destination(s) and travel dates to find any pertinent travel restrictions.
Health - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) offers general guidance on country-specific health warnings, vaccinations, and other precautions.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION ROUNDUP
Travel Documentation - No matter where your trip takes you, Cruise Planners would like to ensure that you have the proper travel documentation as set forth by the Transportation Safety Administration (TSA).
Trip Planner- Cruise Planners has created a packing list of things to consider when preparing for a trip.
Packing Tips and Checklist- No matter where your travels take you, it's important to always be prepared. Look over this handy list to ensure you don't forget a thing!
Currency Exchange - Purchase foreign currency ahead of time, with home delivery or local pick up at a branch location near you.
