Club Newport assists individuals and professionals in planning their ideal vacation or business trip by offering significant savings on travel. Enrollment unlocks access to the members-only portal where subscribers conveniently shop and book online. Each purchase accumulates reward points that can be used on future travel or gift cards and is supported by the Club’s unique 110% best price guarantee.
With thousands of subscribers enjoying the benefits of membership and more frequent travel opportunities, many also find that embarking on international journeys can take a little work. While the Club’s complimentary concierge services can ease the trouble of finding and securing the best deals and itineraries, navigating the airport also presents its own challenges.
The customs process requires those returning from a trip abroad to be screened by US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents upon arrival. Though the process is not complicated, getting through the checkpoint is often a time intensive and tiring process. Filling out forms, waiting in long lines, and interacting with border agents, can add a ton of stress to what’s meant to be a relaxing trip.
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Fortunately, the CBP operates a program to help speed up and simplify certain procedures. Known as the Global Entry program, the initiative identifies pre-approved travelers and eliminates the need for interaction with customs agents. Additionally, approved Global Entry travelers have access to other benefits such as TSA Precheck, which helps them speed through security lines when checking in for a flight.
To qualify for Global Entry, American citizens, permanent residents, and citizens of select foreign countries have the option of becoming “trusted travelers.” Applicants simply pay a $100 fee and attend an in-person interview in order to receive the status. Once approved, Global Entry travelers can speed through customs by going to a reserved automated kiosk.
