global entry - Points & PDBs

Global Entry is one of the best travel perks money can buy (and that assumes you don’t have a credit card that will reimburse you for it!). It allows you to breeze through immigration and customs when returning to the U.S. from abroad, and it also includes TSA PreCheck, which lets you skip the long security lines at the airport. But what if you have a family member who is not so squeaky clean? Can their criminal record or immigration status affect your Global Entry membership?

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November 28, 2023 Adam

What Happens to TSA PreCheck When I Apply For Global Entry?

So, you’ve decided to level up your travel game and make the leap from a standalone TSA PreCheck membership to Global Entry. Smart move. But what exactly happens to your beloved TSA PreCheck membership during the application process? Let’s break it down.

Customs line at DFW backed up almost to the plane, (C) 2023 Points & PDBs

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November 27, 2023 Adam

What Would You Do? Global Entry Dilemma at DFW

It’s no secret that the airline industry has been a rollercoaster lately, with domestic travel taking a nosedive while international demand remains surprisingly robust. But let’s zoom in on a scene I encountered at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) during the Thanksgiving holiday that I don’t recall ever seeing before.