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03/14/2025

US travelers to Europe: ETIAS required in 2026. Learn which countries, validity rules, and how to apply for this new travel permit.

02/19/2025

02/17/2025

Important Please Read!
The People's Union economic blackout is on February 28, 2025. This is the part of the Revolution that "will not be televised'! Please share!
Do Not spend money on FEB. 28
As you all are (or should be) aware President Donald Trump has issued an executive order ending an array of diversity, equity, and inclusion, or DEI, initiatives at the federal level and beyond. This means funds could be frozen for companies that do not comply with the order, and any messaging that promotes inclusion-based language is also forbidden.
So far, Trump's order has caused PBS to close its DEI office. Major companies like Amazon, Target, and Google are also taking steps to dissolve DEI initiatives.
The People's Union economic blackout is on February 28, and the group is also staging an Amazon boycott from March 7 to 14. During the economic blackout, participants are pledging to not make any purchases, either online or at brick-and-mortar stores.
This is not a joke and is too important not to support/participate.
This is the part of the Revolution that "will not be televised'!

02/11/2025

Traveling overseas soon? Here's what you need to know about the six-month passport validity rule.

01/17/2025

Biden removes Cuba from terrorism blacklist 1/14/25

What happened
President Joe Biden informed Congress Tuesday he was removing Cuba from the U.S. list of state sponsors of terrorism and easing other sanctions on the island nation.
An hour after Biden's announcement, Cuba said President Miguel Díaz-Canel had agreed to "gradually" release 553 prisoners following talks with Pope Francis. U.S. officials suggested the two decisions were linked.

Who said what
Biden's last-minute moves are the "latest in a series of conflicting U.S. approaches to Cuba by different administrations," The New York Times said. President-elect Donald Trump put Cuba on the terrorism blacklist "in the final hours of his first term," Reuters said, cutting Havana off from international banking and leading to a "deep economic crisis" that "stoked a record-breaking exodus off the island" and mostly to the U.S.
Biden officials have "long acknowledged there has been little justification for Cuba's presence on a list that will now include only North Korea, Iran and Syria," The Washington Post said. An administration official said a recent policy review had found "no credible evidence" of "ongoing support by Cuba for international terrorism."

What next?
Trump has "filled his team with officials hawkish on Cuba," so Biden's Cuba detente is "not likely to last," CNN said.

01/10/2025

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01/10/2025

DEAR FRIENDS OF NEW ORLEANS,
Ten days ago, our city was rattled by a horrific act of terror. In the midst of unthinkable sadness, we’re so grateful for the outpouring of love and support that we’ve received from friends all around the country and world–friends like you.

Dear Friends of New Orleans

Because New Orleans is more than just a city – she is a community woven from second lines and shared meals, where neighbors become family and brass bands transform ordinary moments into celebrations. For generations, our welcoming spirit has drawn people from around the world to experience our vibrant culture and unmatched joy of life. Like the Mississippi River that flows beyond her boundaries, our heart remains unshakeable, even in the darkest times. As we honor the lives we lost and stand united with strength and resolve, the soul of New Orleans beats on - in our music, in our traditions, and in the warmth we share with all who hold our city dear.

Learn more about how to support the victims of the New Year's Day Attack,

Donate to Help the Survivors and Victims
• The Greater New Orleans Foundation has set up a fund to assist victims and survivors. To donate, please visit www.gnof.org.
• The United Way of Southeast Louisiana has set up the New Orleans Relief Fund to provide direct support to victims and their families. Donations will help cover medical expenses, funeral costs, trauma counseling, and more. To donate, please visit www.unitedwaysela.org/UnitedforNOLA

2) Give Blood
Blood Center locations in the region are open with extended hours, which can be found here.
Uber is offering free rides, up to $40 each way, to and/or from select blood donation center locations in Louisiana. To learn more, please click here.

3) Support Fleur du Coeur
The Louisiana Restaurant Association (LRA) and its Bourbon Street restaurant and bar members affected by the New Year’s Day tragedy will hold Fleur du Coeur: A Culinary Tribute, January 13-19, 2025. Participating restaurants will feature a special dish or drink on their menus, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the Greater New Orleans Foundation New Year’s Day Tragedy Fund, to aid the victims and their families, and those injured or impacted by this devastating event. To learn more, visit www.lra.org/tribute.

4) Provide the FBI with Tips
We encourage anyone who has information, photos or videos that may be helpful to the investigation, to please share it with the FBI at 1-800-callFBI or www.fbi.gov/bourbonstreetattack. The FBI reported that the suspect acted alone.

5) Come Visit

Even as we mourn, we are planning our rise. If you have a scheduled trip to New Orleans, or are attending an event, meeting or convention here, we encourage you to keep your plans. If you want to support our community, please plan a trip. We specialize in bringing people together and can not let fear win. The terrorist attack in New Orleans was an attack on all of America and our way of life.

As President Biden stated at an Inter-faith prayer service in New Orleans on January 6, “If there’s one thing we know, New Orleans defines strength and resilience. You define it. Whether it’s in the from this attack or hurricanes or superstorms, this city and its people get back up. That’s the spirit of America as well.”

With love–both to and from,

01/10/2025

Blasted for Response to Los Angeles Fires, Airbnb Agrees to Refunds

The rental platform Airbnb has reversed its position on providing refunds for travelers affected by fires in the Los Angeles Basin after a customer went to social media with her complaints.

Airbnb told Newsweek it has since refunded Mostarac’s booking and put a wide refund policy in place for those guests who have been impacted by the fires and their evacuation warnings or orders.

Hours after Mostarac’s complaint migrated from social media to news media, Airbnb announced it would partner with Los Angeles county’s free 211 LA service to provide free emergency temporary housing for people who have been displaced by the wildfires. Airbnb says the cost is being borne by its charitable foundation and the generosity of Los Angeles area hosts. Los Angeles residents in need of housing can complete an intake form on 211 LA for assistance.

01/10/2025

Donate to help support those impacted by LA wildfires!

Devastating wildfires across Los Angeles that began on January 7, 2025 have led to the evacuation of hundreds of thousands of residents and destroyed over 10,000 structures, including many homes.

12/28/2024

Local media reported at the time of the accident that the pier was damaged by MSC Meraviglia, but neither Royal Caribbean nor the Port of San Juan have officially confirmed this.

In the meantime, smaller ships can use the Pan America pier. But there is no timeline for when Pier 3 will be available.

Sailing into 2025, RCCL’s Oasis-class ships remain unable to dock at the Puerto Rican capital—much to the dismay of customers, travel advisors, and presumably, Royal Caribbean. The Symphony of the Seas sailings on December 28, 2024, and January 12, 2025, are the latest to be rescheduled, followi...

12/25/2024

12/21/2024

Starting January 8, 2025, new travel requirements will apply to non-European travelers visit Europe

Here’s what to expect and how much the ETIAS will cost you