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Trip·i·da·tion: (Noun) a feeling of apprehension about an upcoming vacation
Claire's POV, Confirmation & Readiness, Where's Claire, Cruise Claire Langan 3/7/25 Claire's POV, Confirmation & Readiness, Where's Claire, Cruise Claire Langan 3/7/25

Trip·i·da·tion: (Noun) a feeling of apprehension about an upcoming vacation

Usage: Claire was feeling some tripidation about the physical demands of her upcoming expedition cruise in South America.

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Drive in Europe confidently with Tripiamo Driving Guides
Confirmation & Readiness, England, Scotland, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain Claire Langan 3/7/25 Confirmation & Readiness, England, Scotland, Ireland, France, Germany, Italy, Spain Claire Langan 3/7/25

Drive in Europe confidently with Tripiamo Driving Guides

Learn from these expert driving guides that cover the must-know rules and customs that GPS and travel apps miss. Feel confident and prepared before you even arrive, so you can hit the road with ease.

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Electronic Travel Authorization for U.K. began in January 2025
Confirmation & Readiness, England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales Claire Langan 3/6/25 Confirmation & Readiness, England, Scotland, Ireland, Wales Claire Langan 3/6/25

Electronic Travel Authorization for U.K. began in January 2025

Are you planning on travelling to England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland? You will need to register online for the new Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA).

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Two Irelands, Two Borders
Ireland, Confirmation & Readiness Claire Langan 1/3/25 Ireland, Confirmation & Readiness Claire Langan 1/3/25

Two Irelands, Two Borders

If you're planning to visit Ireland, including Northern Ireland, you will be crossing two international borders, with two different rules.

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Everything is Going to be Okay
Claire's POV, Confirmation & Readiness Claire Langan 10/4/24 Claire's POV, Confirmation & Readiness Claire Langan 10/4/24

Everything is Going to be Okay

Did I Turn the Stove Off or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Embrace Uncertainty.

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Your Trip Plan is at Your Fingertips
Confirmation & Readiness, Departure & Assistance Claire Langan 10/4/24 Confirmation & Readiness, Departure & Assistance Claire Langan 10/4/24

Your Trip Plan is at Your Fingertips

Get quick access to everything you need with the Trip Plans app. Don't leave home without it.

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Smaller is Better: The Benefits of Traveling Light
Confirmation & Readiness Claire Langan 7/4/24 Confirmation & Readiness Claire Langan 7/4/24

Smaller is Better: The Benefits of Traveling Light

Drop the baggage to speed through airports and ensure your belongings' safety.

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Why do I need to pay for my seats when I already have a ticket?
Confirmation & Readiness Claire Langan 4/4/24 Confirmation & Readiness Claire Langan 4/4/24

Why do I need to pay for my seats when I already have a ticket?

Airlines reduce their fares by removing options that not everyone needs, like selecting an aisle seat or sitting next to someone else. Here’s how it works.

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Trip Insurance: So, you think you're covered?
Confirmation & Readiness, Claire's POV, Insurance Claire Langan 3/1/24 Confirmation & Readiness, Claire's POV, Insurance Claire Langan 3/1/24

Trip Insurance: So, you think you're covered?

It's common to assume that you will be covered adequately by your credit card or employer insurance plan when you travel, but what coverage do you really have?

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Canada unveils new passport design
Confirmation & Readiness, Departure & Assistance, Canada Adam Stotts 6/29/23 Confirmation & Readiness, Departure & Assistance, Canada Adam Stotts 6/29/23

Canada unveils new passport design

The Canadian passport is one of the most powerful and respected travel documents in the world. It’s also beautiful.

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