First-time passport: Apply 6–8 weeks before travel (expedited: 2–3 weeks)
Passport renewal: Can be done by mail if your previous passport is undamaged and issued within the last 15 years
Renew early: Renew at least 9 months before expiration—many countries require 6 months of validity beyond your travel dates
Children’s passports: Valid for 5 years (vs. 10 years for adults)
Passport cards: Valid for land/sea travel to Canada, Mexico, Caribbean, and Bermuda only
Money Tips
Notify bank of travel dates
Use ATMs for better exchange rates
Prefer no-foreign-fee credit cards
Carry local cash as backup
10-day forecasts for destinations worldwide
Month-by-month weather averages for planning
Historical weather patterns and best travel times
Real-time flight tracking, delays, and airport information
Live flight tracking with interactive maps
Detailed airport guides, maps, amenities, and sleeping options
✅ 2 Months: Passport/visa, insurance, vaccines
✅ 1 Month: Notify bank, pet/house sitters, confirm bookings, download apps
✅ 1 Week: Check-in flights, ground transport, pack essentials, print docs
✅ Day of: Check status, arrive early, keep docs handy