Traveling is a lot of fun, but don't let your vacation fall victim to scams, world events or changing regulations. By staying informed and being a careful consumer, your dream vacation can be everything you want it to be.

FEATURE: Secure Flight and You

Beginning in mid-2009, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) will require travelers to provide their full name date of birth and gender as shown on the identification document that they plan to present at airport security check-points.

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Consumer Travel Alerts

U.S. Border Crossing Requirements Have Changed!
Effective June 1, 2009, U.S. citizens returning home from Canada, Mexico, the Caribbean or Bermuda, by land or sea, will be required to present one of a variety of new travel documents. Make sure you're prepared before you leave on your trip. More details.

Fraud Alert: Unauthorized Web Sites Charging for Free Visa Waiver Program Information
Beginning Jan. 12, 2009, all nationals and citizens of Visa Waiver Program (VWP) countries will be required by law to obtain a travel authorization prior to initiating travel to the United States under the VWP. VWP travelers should be aware that unauthorized third-parties have established Web sites, which charge visitors seeking to travel to the United States under the VWP. More details.

Global Entry Program Now Available at Select US Airports
Global Entry is a new, voluntary trusted traveler pilot program open to U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents that allows program members to enter the United States more quickly by using automated kiosks located in the U.S. Arrivals area of select airports. More details.

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