http://cruisesforfamilies.com/familycruiseblog.htmFamily Cruise Blog featuring helpful hints and information when planning a family cruise or family reunion cruise.Fri, 23 May 2008 11:46:26 GMTSat, 11 Feb 2012 07:52:48 GMTLevelfield http://cruisesforfamilies.com/log/post_350992979_familycruiseblog.htm<p>The US Department of State has finalized the International Land and Sea Document Requirements for US Citizens.&nbsp; While a passport for AIR travel will still be required for travel to International Destinations, passports for cruises beginning and ending in a US port will NOT be required.&nbsp; Cruise travellers can present a Birth Certificate and Driver's License as proof of citizenship and be able to visit international ports on the cruise.&nbsp; </p><br><p>We still recommend obtaining a passport to our cruise passengers as the 'Gold Standard' in documentation for US Citizens, though it is not a requirement for cruising from a US Port.&nbsp; Passengers sailing from a non-US port such as European cruises or those originating in South America, Asia, etc. will stil require a passport.</p>Fri, 23 May 2008 11:46:26 GMT