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Travel Visa Requirements for the “Banana Pancake Trail”

July 19th, 2024
What is the Banana Pancake Trail? If you're considering a trip to Asia, especially a long-term backpacking adventure, you've likely heard the term "banana pancake trail" thrown around. You might think, "I like pancakes. I like bananas. Where do I sign up?" However, the banana pancake trail isn't that straightforward—it doesn't have a defined beginning, end, or set route. The banana pancake trail is a colloquial term used to describe areas in Asia that attract many young Western backpackers. The name comes from the banana pancakes often served at guesthouses catering to this crowd. While it's not a traditional trail, you'll encounter many fellow backpackers along the way. Popular Stops on the Banana Pancake Trail While the trail lacks a strict path, certain cities and towns are iconic

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Do You Need a Visa to Travel to Brazil?

April 10th, 2024
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UPDATE: On April 10, 2024, the Brazilian Government announced that they will postpone the e-Visa requirement for citizens of the United States, Australia, and Canada until April 10, 2025. Starting April 10, 2025, Brazil is bringing back tourist and business visa requirements for citizens of the United States, Canada, and Australia. But don't worry – it's not complicated. You just need a Brazil e-visa before you enter the country. What is an e-Visa? An e-Visa is similar to a traditional tourist or business visa. It gives you permission to travel around the country for up to 90 days. The difference between a traditional visa and an e-Visa is that it is easily applied for online. No embassy visits required! Getting your Brazil e-Visa is easy. Fill out a simple form on your computer or

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Simplified China Tourist Visa Requirements for U.S. Citizens: A Boost for Tourism

January 24th, 2024
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Grab your passports and get ready for some fantastic news – China just made it a whole lot easier for U.S. citizens to explore its wonders. In an effort to boost tourism, the Chinese government has eased requirements for China tourist visa applications. Do U.S. Citizens Need a Visa to Visit China? Yes! U.S. citizens will need a visa to visit China. The recent change in visa application requirements only applies to the Chinese Tourist Visa (also called the L Visa). China offers different types of visas, depending on the purpose of your travel. China’s Updated Tourist Visa Requirements Starting January 1, 2024, U.S. citizens living in the states listed below planning a tourism trip to China, no longer need to submit a round-trip air ticket booking record, proof of hotel

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Places to Go With Your Tanzanian Visa: Tarangire National Park

July 27th, 2022
The Serengeti gets all the glory, but if you're visiting Tanzania, make sure you carve some time out for Tarangire National Park as well. Frommer's, who recently named Tarangire one of the best parks in Tanzania, says that "While the focus for most travelers to Tanzania is nearby Serengeti, many come away claiming lesser-known Tarangire as the real highlight of their trip." What makes Tarangire so special? At only 2,850 square kilometers, it may not be the largest park in Africa, but it has one of the densest wildlife populations - proof that sometimes good things do come in small packages. Here, you'll see elephants, zebra, wildebeest and scores of antelope, including the fabled oryx, often thought to have inspired the legend of the unicorn. Look up in the ancient baobab trees, and

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Preparing for a Trip To China

July 27th, 2022
So you're planning a trip to China? Be prepared- you won't make it there if you overlook these three steps! Step 1- Passport, Please To travel to China, you need:  A US passport, valid for at least 6 months after you plan to travel. If you applying for a one year multiple entry visa, you need to have at least a year left on your passport. Enough blank visa pages in the back to accommodate all of the visas and stamps you'll receive on your journey. The appropriate Chinese visa. If you need a new passport or more pages, this must be taken care of before you apply for your Chinese visa. You can do it by yourself, but if you're on a deadline, an expediting company like RushMyPassport cuts through the red tape and makes the process simple and quick. Step 2- Getting a Chinese

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