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May 2009
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WHTI land/sea rules in effect as of June 1
As part of the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI), beginning June 1, citizens of the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Bermuda will need to show a passport, passport card, or other authorized document to enter or depart the United States via land or sea from within the Western Hemisphere. A passport is also needed to enter the United States by air from any foreign country.
Passenger screening conducted in response to H1N1 virus
As previously reported, in response to travel-related concerns for the H1N1 virus, various countries have been screening passengers arriving from affected countries, including the United States, Canada, and Mexico. These screenings are taking place at points of entry for land, air, and sea.
CWT Traveler wants to know
CWT Traveler would like to give readers the opportunity to weigh in on topics of relevance to travelers. Each month highlights a single survey question, and the following month reveals the results. Readers also have the option to submit potential survey questions to be highlighted in future issues of CWT Traveler. May’s question is below, along with the link to submit a response.
How do you feel about airport security checkpoints using whole body imaging technology?
- I support it
- I oppose it
- I am indifferent
- I am unfamiliar with the technology
Submit your response here .
April survey results
The April survey question and results were as follows:
When traveling for business, do you travel via rail?
- 8% responded “Yes, both on international and domestic trips”
- 6% responded “Yes, mainly on domestic trips”
- 16% responded “Yes, mainly on international trips”
- 70% responded “No, not at all”