While planning for a vacation or outdoor expedition that has you travel by airplane, keep in mind the laws and regulations of the Transportation Security Administration. Airplanes transport more than 600 million passengers every year, requiring the TSA to maintain tight security requirements for the safety of its passengers. read more
Your passport is usually the only acceptable form of identification for international air travel, though you sometimes might need to show a credit card at check-in. read more
Both first-time flyers and experienced travelers should brush up on travel requirements for AirTran before showing up at the gate. Each airline has different procedures, and preparation ensures a smooth flying experience. read more
Hawaii has some of the best hiking and biking trails on Earth. Although it's not connected to the U.S. mainland, the 50th state does not require Americans to provide more than a driver's license to visit. International travelers, however, need at least need a passport--and sometimes more--to enter the Aloha State. read more
The United States Transportation Security Administration (TSA) updated its ID requirements for air travel in 2008. Although some traditional options are no longer accepted, you have enough choices that the requirements are not difficult to fulfill. read more
Providing the proper documents at airline security checkpoints is a necessary part of air travel. Not having acceptable identification will likely result in not being able to board your plane. Always check with your airline carrier to… read more
If you're over the age of 18, you must be prepared to show your driver's license or photo ID card at airport security checkpoints. The following forms of photo identification are all acceptable for air travel. read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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