If you were like me sitting here in Australia watching the US have one fantastic snow season, and with the currency rates never better, you were probably considering booking a skiing holiday for next season.
Heading to the US is easy as we generally don’t require a visa for travelling, however, you will now need to notify the US Authorities 3 days before you depart.
Thanks to skiclub.co.uk for this article
It was announced yesterday by Homeland Security Secretary, Michael Chertoff, that all travellers from countries which do not currently require a visa, 27 in total, will have to observe a 72 hour notice period.
This includes most of western Europe as well as Australia, Brunei, Japan, New Zealand and Singapore.
The new rule is expected to take effect from January 2009, and once approved, successful applications will be valid for multiple entries over two years.
The new system, aimed at improving homeland security in the US, will begin accepting registrations from August. To register, travellers will have to contact travel agents, airline websites or go through a purpose-built US government website.
For more information contact the Department of Foreign Affairs or Smart Traveller
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the US is deffo a great place to choose skiing, especially if you are coming from the UK, the pound is worthless in the UK, but in the US you get far more for your money!
Enjoy a decent coating of snow, I also recommend Whistler in Canada as a great resort
I live in the US and think that’s a ridiculous rule. However for the skiing we had last year it’s worth it!
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