Mashed Potatoes Are Illegal Carry-on Items
Where the line gets drawn between a solid and a liquid has always been a slightly slippery slope. Not as slippery as the AppStore approval system, but still the TSA aren't really doing a fantastic job. XKCD puts it rather well in regard to what you should and should not be allowed to take on a plane.
The general rule for a solid vs. a liquid ...
Women more likely to study abroad
Statistics show that women study abroad in much higher numbers than men - and a new study may explain why.
Researchers at the University of Iowa have found that the gender gap is a result of the ways men and women are differently influenced by their surroundings. However, even if this holds true at Penn, the gender gap may have different causes elsewhere.
Women are primarily influenced ...
Before You Travel this Holiday Season
Here are the best tips on what to think about before you travel this holiday season!
Book Early
A lot of people are waiting until the very last minute to book their trips this year - so if you book early you may be able to get a really good deal. Some airlines have extended their special offers on cheap seats through the end of November, but ...
Get an international student card
One of the most important things to do, prior to heading out on a semester abroad is to make sure you get your hands on a student identity card. If you are a student enrolled at a school you automatically qualify for a student identity card. In some cases the international office at your school will help you with the details. If your school does ...
Where to keep your passport on vacation
Everyone always asks the question whether to carry their passport on them on their vacation or if they should leave it with a hotel.
What do I do with my passport?
The answer to the question if you should carry your passport depends very much on where you are traveling to. In many countries you are obliged to carry some form of identification on you at all ...
Always carry your passport on your person
Always carry your passport on you. Under no circumstances should you pack your passport in your checked luggage. Even if you are traveling inside a country and won't be needing it on hand, luggage can get lost.
If you lose your passport it's the end of your trip. The best place to carry your passport is in your pocket, or ladies, in your purse. A good ...
Registration with Embassies
Registration at the an Embassy or a Consulate (in the country you are visiting) makes your presence and whereabouts known. This is important in case it is necessary for your government representatives to contact you in the event of an emergency. During a disaster overseas, government officials will often assist in the evacuation of their citizens and coordinate with other states. But they cannot assist ...
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