The Weekly Newsletter: March 31, 2022 Edition

Is it really April already?

Even though March is just wrapping up, we’re already thinking ahead to our summer travel plans. If you haven't had time to renew your passport, we have alternative destinations to consider. Read on for more about these spots and to catch up on this week's travel updates.

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Travel this summer without a passport.

Additionally, here’s our guidance on renewing your passport. So make sure to take care of that.

The essentials

This week’s travel news includes a new flight to New Zealand, the option to pay for trips using cryptocurrency, updates on travel to Indonesia, and advice on when to check in for your flight.

Next destination: Auckland. With New Zealand now open to US travelers, Air New Zealand has announced a new 17-hour non-stop flight from New York City to Auckland.
Explore with cryptocurrency. For those interested in crypto, this digital currency provides a fresh way to book travel. Here are some tips for your next trip using crypto.
A destination rewriting travel rules. Following a successful two-week trial of quarantine-free travel in Bali, Batam, and Bintan islands, Indonesia has lifted quarantine requirements for international travelers.
Check in for your flight as soon as possible. Thinking of delaying that 24-hour check-in? Here’s why you should start the process before arriving at the airport.

Insider tips

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