Travel Necessities 

Whether you are a seasoned traveler or this is the first luxury vacation you have taken in years, we are here to ensure your vacation preparation is as complete as possible. We strive to cover almost everything you may need during your trip, but some people want or need a few extra items or additional travel advice to make them feel more comfortable or more prepared.

Travel Insurance
We recommend that you purchase a travel protection plan to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected. Travel protection plans can include coverage for Trip Cancellation, Trip Interruption, Emergency Medical and Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation, Trip Delay Baggage Delay and more. For more information on the available plans Click Here

Luggage Free
For international travelers seeking the utmost in convenience, reliability, and predictability, Luggage Free guarantees delivery of baggage from doorstep to destination. By leveraging a worldwide network of shipping partners, innovative technology, and honest, unparalleled customer care, Luggage Free gives seasoned travelers the peace of mind they deserve. The smart alternative to checking and carrying bags, Luggage Free will transform your luxury travel experience. Click Here to view your options and provide a customized quote for yourself. 

Passport and Visa Service
When you need dependable passport or visa services for your international travel, count on my preferred suppliers with over 50 years of experience processing travel documents. From its daily contact with embassies, consulates, and passport agencies, they have forged sound relationships that not only keep it abreast of the most current visa and passport regulations but also give it the edge for expeditious processing. Click Here to handle all your passport and visa needs.

Useful Travel Links

U.S. Department of State—Passport Information
Whether you are an American citizen traveling abroad or a foreign national traveling to the U.S., get all the information you need before you head overseas. This website contains travel advice, tips for traveling abroad, passport and visa applications, and document requirements. Visit the Department of State.

U.S. Department of State—Embassies & Consulates
Visit the Department of State at the Embassy Listings.

U.S. Department of State—Destination Information
Visit the Department of State at the Country Information to learn more about where you are traveling to next..

U.S. Travel Security
Transportation Security Administration has put together the most up-to-date and comprehensive set of world travel information. Visit the TSA. Obtain current world travel announcements and advisories by visiting the Department of State Travel Warnings page.

Current Flight Delay Information
Obtain domestic flight delay notices. Visit the Federal Aviation Administration Flight Delay Information page.

CDC Travel Information
This site gives the Center for Disease Control’s recommended health precautions and warnings for travelers. Visit the CDC traveler’s health site.

Currency Converter
The Universal Currency Converter™, the world’s most popular currency tool, allows you to perform interactive foreign exchange rate calculations on the Internet, using live, up-to-the-minute currency rates. Visit Currency Converter.

The World Clock
One of the easiest international time conversion sites around, and ideal in case you need to know what time it is in Hong Kong or anywhere else! View The World Clock.

The Weather Channel 
All you need to know about current weather conditions for international travel and three- to five-day forecasts throughout the world. Visit The Weather Channel. Also visit the World Climate.

Maps
Maps and satellite images for worldwide searches of your travel destination, plus photos and 3D images of buildings. Check out Google Earth. Get door-to-door driving directions, detailed maps, plus helpful travel links by visiting MapQuest or download Waze for up to the minute information.

Culture Questions
Check this evolving database of cross-cultural world travel information, travel advice, and etiquette. Easy to navigate and free to use. Visit CultureCrossing.

Seat Guru
The ultimate source for airplane seating and in-flight amenities. Visit Seat Guru.