Sealand Travel Club Takes A Look At The Trusted Traveler Programs
August 31, 2010
Many members of Sealand Travel Club travel quite frequently. The benefits of travel with Sealand Travel Club are that savings for you on vacations, afford you the luxury of traveling more. Other travelers, including business people, may be obligated to travel quite frequently as well. In cases such as this, the government has developed programs called Trusted Travel Programs. These programs provide expedited travel for pre approved, low risk travelers.
Join Sealand Travel Club as we take a look at the four types of Trusted Traveler programs that can help you travel in a more expedited fashion.
NEXUS – Travel by land, air or sea between U.S. and Canada.
SENTRI – Travel between the U.S. and Mexico border.
FAST – Travel by commercial truck drivers between the U.S. and Canada and U.S. and Mexico borders.
Global Entry – Speeds up screening and processing for pre-screened international travelers entering the United States.
If you the average traveler, not a truck driver and are a U.S. citizen who travels to locations in Mexico or Canada frequently, you may be interested in looking into the NEXUS and SENTRI programs. For vacationers who visit these locations frequently, becoming a member of these programs can significantly reduce your travel time.
The NEXUS Program explained
This program provides approved travelers a card issued by the Canada Border Services Agency. The cost is CAN$50 and requires additional requirements. Those applying for a NEXUS program also require applicants to submit to an interview and fingerprinting. The card is valid for 5 years and allows you to go through a separate line when crossing the border.
A similar program offered by the Canadian government is called a CANPASS. The difference between the two programs is that a CANPASS only provides expedited border crossing into Canada and not on the return into the U.S. The NEXUS programs will provide faster access to both the U.S. and Canada.
The SENTRI Program explained
This program provides pre approved travelers easier and faster access across the U.S./Mexico border. An added benefit is access to dedicated commuter lanes on the southern border. Total cost is $122.25 and requires an interview and fingerprinting in addition. Valid for 5 years, the SENTRI card is issued by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency.
Both of these programs can be applied for online.
Sealand Travel Club encourages you to research the ways in which you can improve your travel experiences. Learn the ways in which you can better your next vacation by taking advantage of the travel services offered to you as a frequent traveler. Enjoy all of your vacations and travels with Sealand Travel Club.
Planning a Family Friendly Vacation With Sealand Travel Club
August 20, 2010
Finding the perfect place for you and your family to enjoy a vacation can be difficult. Choosing a location that meets all of your interests as your children grow becomes more difficult each year. Sealand Travel Club understands that you want your vacation to be perfect. No one wants to have 3 children fighting in the backseat for six hours in the car.
Finding the perfect locations for you and your family to enjoy, Sealand Travel Club offers hundreds of locations that you can choose from. Whether you and your family enjoy the comforts of home or a true adventure, vacation options can range from locations closer to home to those offering a truly exotic experience outside of the U.S.
There are varieties of ways in which you can plan your family friendly vacation as well as a variety of locations that may suit your needs perfectly. Sealand Travel Club would like to spend some time with you helping you plan the perfect family vacation. Here are a couple of tips to start you on your way to the best family vacation ever from Sealand Travel Club.
- Get the family involved. Though you do not have to let the children pick out the destination, let them have a say. Listen to their suggestions for what they enjoy and would like to see in the vacation. You may even choose to let each of them pick one location at your ultimate destination that they would like to see. This will help the kids feel more involved and will ultimately make the vacation more enjoyable for them as well as you.
- Talk to your friends. Often you know what you are searching for and can find it online, but by talking to your peers, you may get insight to other locations that perhaps they have already visited and had good experiences with. Take advantage of those who already have knowledge of great family vacation destinations. Having a more in-depth look at a location that professes to be family friendly can help you better plan your vacation.
- Research your accommodations. Make sure when booking your accommodations that you research what they may have to offer your family. Larger rooms, pools, activities and children’s play areas, babysitting services, cribs, etc.
Let Sealand Travel Club help you plan your next family vacation. Take advantage of deals on travel and visit the most exciting locations in the U.S. and abroad. Choosing the perfect family vacation may be difficult, and there will inevitably be some kinks in the road if your children are small, but you can still enjoy vacationing with your family. Sealand Travel Club invites you to enjoy the great destinations for families and your special times together. It is never too early to start traveling with your family. Let Sealand Travel Club help you plan your next vacation and save you money.
Yes or no? What to bring while traveling on a flight
June 11, 2009
Tens of thousands of people travel on airlines every day. So with this many people traveling via the same flights, how do you maximize efficiency while traveling in the air? The answer is being prepared. If you know what to bring and what not to bring, traveling can be made a pleasant experience as opposed to a nightmare.
Here are some tips on what to bring and what not to bring to make your travel more pleasant and efficient.
What can I wear?
Many people wonder if they can were jewelry, belts or other metal objects when traveling. The answer is yes if you want to take it off at the gate. Rules require ALL metal objects be removed and placed on the conveyer belt in order to get through the gate. This includes keys, key chains, jewelry, belts, coats with metal buttons, coins and even your shoes, and your laptop.
What do I need to show them at the gate?
Depending on where you are traveling internationally, there are a few things you must have to travel. First, remember to have your boarding pass and know your seat location so when your section is called to board the flight, you know where you are going to make travel for everyone smoother. Next, if you are traveling in the country, you must still have your identification on your person. If you don’t drive, have your personal id card, if you have a license, bring that. Lastly, if you are traveling internationally, remember to have a valid passport. Also, make sure if you are traveling internationally, check to make sure if there are any immunizations recommended for entry into the country of destination, you have gotten them well in advance of your departure.
Can I bring fruits and vegetables on flights?
If you are traveling within the 48 states, yes is the answer, but if you travel anywhere else including Alaska, Hawaii, and internationally, the answer is maybe not. I once purchased a pineapple in Hawaii and had to have a special box that it was inspected by the department of agriculture in order to bring it back with me, and it could not be opened in the interim. Certain fruits and vegetables are allowed with the proper inspections, but others may be confiscated once you step off the plane. Internationally, rules are strict, it is easier just not to do it, which will save you time and hassle.
In general, travel can be difficult if you are not prepared. Since 9-11 rules have gotten stricter, and many people are unhappy. We need to remember that it is for our safety that these rules are put in place even if they may not make sense to us. Get online and check the prohibited items for travel before you go. The Transportation Security Administration has a list of things you may not bring on a flight, for those of you interested, here it is.
- Sharp Objects
- Sporting Goods
- Guns & Firearms
- Tools
- Martial Arts & Self Defense Items
- Explosive & Flammable Materials, Disabling Chemicals & Other Dangerous Items
- Other Items
Most of these are broad categories and have been broken down on their website. Also, many of these things can be brought, just not as a carry on, they may be checked. An example is knives or razors, they can’t be carried on, but you may check them. Also, there may be special regulations on bringing some of these items; rules that you need to follow in order to bring them along. The moral of the story is, when in doubt check with the TSA and with your airline, and your travel experience should be a wonderful one!
Preparing for the Perfect Cruise
April 24, 2009
When it comes to vacationing aboard a cruise ship, many individuals consider preparation to be the luggage that they plan to bring with them. Packing for your cruise ship vacation is important; however, it is not the only preparation that should occur. Preparation shouldn’t wait until the week before your trip. Rather, it should begin as soon as you book your cruise ship reservation.
The type of cruise that you will be taking is vital to preparation. A large number of cruise ships travel on international waters. In addition to being on international waters, many dock at international ports. Before begin able to board your ship, you may have to show proper identification. With international cruises, this identification often includes a drivers licenses and a passport.
Unfortunately, when it comes to obtaining a passport, there are many individuals who wait until the last minute. Last minute passports can be obtained in the event of an emergency, but most require at least a week or more to process. You will not be automatically granted a passport; instead you are required to apply for one. Almost all individuals that apply for a passport are granted one, but planning ahead is the best option. If error is made on the information you supplied, you will have enough time to fix it before your cruise ship departs.
The proper identification is needed to board a cruise ship. Your passport and your driver’s license are not the only forms of documentation that you should bring onboard. If you are covered under a health insurance plan, you are encouraged to bring your health insurance cards. In the event you fall ill while on vacation, your insurance cards will allow you to obtain the needed medical attention.
In addition to your medical insurance cards, it is advised that you bring along all of your needed medications. You may even want to consider brining along extra medication. Many physicians will write extra prescriptions for their patients that are traveling on a cruise ship. Should your medication become lost or misplaced, the extra prescriptions can be used until you return home. While requesting extra medication from your healthcare provider, you may want to question them on safety precautions aboard a cruise ship.
To pay for onboard and port activities, you will need to bring along extra money. Vacationing aboard a cruise ship is similar to vacationing anywhere else in the world. You are encouraged not to carry large sums of cash with you. If you must bring cash along, you are encouraged to divide your money up and place it in safe locations. Almost all cruise ships and popular cruise ship ports accept credit cards, cashiers checks, money orders, or traveler’s checks. These forms of payments are great alternatives to carrying cash.
When traveling aboard a cruise ship, you are urged to give a copy of the cruise ship’s itinerary to multiple friends and family members. This will make it possible for you to be contacted in the event of an emergency. When registering for a cruise ship, you may also be required to give the contact information of someone that should be contacted in an emergency. Your first thought may be to give the contact information of your spouse, children, or a close friend. When doing so, it is important to make sure that they will be on land and accessible.
Once you have made the above mentioned preparations, you can begin focusing on other preparations, such as packing your luggage. When packing, you are urged to keep the climate of your cruise in mind. At the same time, you should be prepared for unexpected weather. Making the proper cruise ship preparations will ensure that your vacation will be a success.
Sealand Travel Club offers an array of options and price quotes from a variety of travel suppliers, giving you the upper hand when making your final travel decisions. We can help to make your travel dollars go farther because we have access to finding all sorts of deals ranging from flights to hotels to dinner recommendations.
Sealand Travel Club is an expert in helping travelers get where they need to go and create possibilities most people never would have dreamed were possible. Avoid the headaches and let Sealand Travel Club do all the time consuming work of planning a complex itinerary.
Estimate the Cost of Your Cruise Ship Vacation
April 24, 2009
When it comes to planning a vacation, many families are concerned with the cost. Whether you consider yourself to be middle class, lower class, or upper class, the cost of your vacation is often of great importance. If you are spending your next vacation aboard a cruises ship, there are a number of different ways that you can estimate the total cost of your vacation.
The first step in estimating the cost of travel is to select a particular cruise line and cruise ship. The cruise ship you select is vital to estimating your vacation costs. This is because a number of cruise ships offer all-inclusive vacation packages. All-inclusive cruise ship packages may seem high priced, but you often do not have to worry about carrying along excessive amounts of money.
In addition to the type of cruise ship package you select, you will also need to consider where your cruise ship will depart from and what its destination is. If you are unable to book a vacation aboard a cruise ship with a departure port located near your home, you will have to include the cost of reaching your the port into your cruise.
If you are planning a cruise ship vacation, on a budget, the method of travel you select could have a significant impact on the overall cost of your vacation. For long distance travel you may want to compare the cost of airline tickets, bus tickets, or train tickets. Air travel is often considered the most preferred method of travel, but it is the most expensive. In addition to purchasing a bus ticket, airplane ticket, or train ticket, you may want to examine the cost of driving your own vehicle.
As previously mentioned, all-inclusive cruise ship packages help to eliminate the cost of food, drinks, and entertainment. While all-inclusive packages are nice, they are often hard to come by. If you are unable to book an all-inclusive cruise, will have to estimate the amount of money you will spend onboard. This estimate is not only important to estimating the cost of your vacation, but it should also be used to make sure you bring along enough spending money.
Estimating the cost of onboard entertainment is often easier than estimating the cost of your food and drinks. Most cruise lines have websites that offer detailed information on all of their ships. This information is also likely to include the cost of using a particular entertainment facility. You will find that many cruise ships charge their passengers to watch a movie, view a performance, or participate in many onboard activities. These onboard activities may include, but are not limited to, rock climbing, onboard surfing, gambling lessons, dance lessons, and swimming lessons.
Speaking of gambling, if you are interested in gambling on a cruise ship casino, you will need to keep this in mind when estimating the cost of your vacation. As with most land-based casinos, you can gamble with different amounts of money. If you are planning to estimate the cost of your vacation, you are encouraged to estimate the amount of money you will spend gambling. Since estimating money spent on gambling is difficult, you will want to aim your estimate high.
As previously mentioned, estimating the cost of your food and drinks can also be a difficult task. You can estimate the number of meals and drink you will have in a day, but it is important to remember that it is only an estimate. It is also difficult to estimate the cost of your onboard food and drinks because cruise ship menus are often difficult or impossible to obtain online. As with cruise ship gambling, it is advised that you overestimate the cost of food and drinks.
In addition to the cost of food, child care, travel, entertainment, and gambling it is advised that you consider the cost of obtaining items or souvenirs at the ports your ship plans on docking at. Whether you need to know if you can afford a cruise ship vacation or you’d just like to know where your money is going, there are an unlimited number of ways to estimate the total cost of your vacation.
Sealand Travel Club offers an array of options and price quotes from a variety of travel suppliers, giving you the upper hand when making your final travel decisions. We can help to make your travel dollars go farther because we have access to finding all sorts of deals ranging from flights to hotels to dinner recommendations.
Sealand Travel Club are experts in helping travelers get where they need to go and create possibilities most people never would have dreamed were possible. Avoid the headaches and let Sealand Travel Club do all the time consuming work of planning a complex itinerary.
Tips for Gambling in Casinos
April 24, 2009
Gambling can be a lot of fun. Playing can be very easy and winning, can take little effort too. But a question to ask is how to leave the casino with money. This is a deception that gamblers often encounter.
Here are a few general pointers to go home with your winnings:
*Set a rule for the pit games and as much as possible, stick to it. It could be that you play no pit games at all, or if you should, set a strict budget.
*Have some rest. Playing can take place for hours. If you find yourself losing, stop and have some rest. Take the time to do other things, like going up to your hotel room to change, watch television, or sleep. After which you can then go back to the game. Chances are, the winners have already left and losers are already drunk, so take advantage of the situation!
* Look around and study the players first. These are unfamiliar faces. Be attentive as to how they play the game. Never be hesitant to change tables for better luck, if your game is not going smoothly.
*When playing thru a slot machine, change your bet every time you spin. Avoid betting the same amount of coins every spin. This is good at machines that offer free spins.
*At slots, don’t bet on all paylines. Bet maximum coins on just a few.
*Say no to alcoholic drinks while at play. When high in alcohol, one tends to have great guts. Avoid it; you might be very daring as to place a large bet for not so good cards.
*Manage your money well. Allot a certain amount that you want to play with for the day. Play the money through the slot machine only once. After that, take whatever winnings you have or stop if the allotted money is all used up. If playing pit games, do the same, play within a budget.
*If you lose, you quit, Simple. You will know your luck as you play along. If you tend to be losing, don’t push it and bet harder hoping you can win and recuperate.
But, as in any game, the best strategy is patience. Watch a while, stand back and study the statistics.
Gambling above all, whether one be an expert or not, is a game of luck.
Sealand Travel Club offers an array of options and price quotes from a variety of travel suppliers, giving you the upper hand when making your final travel decisions. We can help to make your travel dollars go farther because we have access to finding all sorts of deals ranging from flights to hotels to dinner recommendations.
Sealand Travel Club is an expert in helping travelers get where they need to go and create possibilities most people never would have dreamed were possible. Avoid the headaches and let Sealand Travel Club do all the time consuming work of planning a complex itinerary.
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