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About
Travel Express is a full service travel agency that specializes in airfare to many international hunting and vacation destinations. We can assist with all aspects of your travel plans from airfare, lodging, tours and car rentals to entry visas, firearm permits, trip insurance policies and medical evacuation services. With our personal travel and hunting experiences, we are able to offer a unique perspective. You can rely on our knowledge and personal commitment when planning your next adventure. For a quote, or any advice during the planning stages, please feel free to contact us.
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Jim H, Arizona
“Thank you so much for being part of our “very best family vacation”. You made it so clear and easy. You can bet we will be in touch with you the next time we travel.”
Nick R, Texas
“I just wanted to let you know I arrived back in the U.S. safe and sound from South Africa. I really appreciate all your help and careful attention to detail that you put into my itinerary. All of my travel went very smoothly and I was totally comfortable throughout…
Tom K, Washington
“Thank you for everything, your help and my stress reduction….priceless : )”
Tom E, North Carolina
“I wanted to thank you for arranging our travel to Namibia. The trip was great and the flights went smoothly. Again, thanks for the quick and smooth service. I look forward to doing more travel with your assistance in the future.”
Robert S, Minnesota
“I’m speechless and on the verge of tears, I can’t begin to thank you for going the extra mile in getting my firearm permit pushed through just in time. Thanks for everything you have done!”
Kenneth W, Virginia
“A quick shout out to say THANK YOU for all your help and to let you know that all went well on the travel end of the trip. Will look forward to using your service on our next trip overseas.”
Jimmy S, Texas
“Thank you for all for your help and service over the last two years. I will recommend Travel Express to everyone needing overseas travel assistance.”
Brad W, Ohio
“I just wanted to let you know that all of our flight and travel plans went off perfectly without any delays or problems. I would like to thank all of you again for your assistance with our travel plans and to share my sincere appreciation for all of the…
Chuck A, Texas
“Home again after a very successful safari made possible by your seamless and well planned arrangements. Thanks for a fine job!”
Greg & Cheryle I, Hawaii
“I would highly recommend anyone planning an adventure outside the U.S. to contact you first. Your knowledge, recommendations and travel do’s and don’ts are “priceless”! We will be counting our blessings of all the new friends made in Africa and the memories you helped facilitate.”
Meet Our Team
Jennifer has 8 years’ experience specializing in travel for hunters as well as complete touring and vacation packages and has traveled Europe and Southern Africa. Lori has over 20 years’ experience as a travel agent and is very knowledgeable of the outdoor sporting industry, having extensively traveled and hunted throughout Southern & Central Africa, New Zealand, Argentina & North America.
Jennifer Ginn
Agent
Lori Spears
Owner/ Agent
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Friday Firearm Tip! For those interested in more space but can’t or don’t want to spend money for business class flights… Delta is now offering premium economy seats called Premium Select. This is a dedicated cabin between business and economy with increased recline, width, and legroom as well as priority boarding. While we have seen premium economy on many other carriers this will be the first offered on a non-stop from the US to Johannesburg beginning November 2019. Other markets operating currently or soon-to-operate include Argentina, Australia, Europe and Asia. So far we’ve seen prices that are comparable with Comfort Plus, so we expect many clients will take advantage of it! Premium Select seats are limited and our prices are competitive, so contact us for a quote today! OR Tambo International Airport (Johannesburg), is now enforcing new checked bag rules which state that bags must follow the following criteria in order to be checked in: Firearm Friday Tip! **New Zealand Electronic Travel Authority (NZeTA) required Travelling to New Zealand — new requirements | Immigration New Zealand
Persons departing the U.S. for international destinations must have proof of ownership for firearms (or other valuables). Otherwise, you may have to pay duty on the item each time you bring it back into the U.S., unless you can prove that you owned it before you left on your trip. Documents that fully describe the item—such as sales receipts—are acceptable forms of proof.
To make things easier, you can register certain items with CBP before you depart — specifically firearms — as long as they have serial numbers or other unique, permanent markings. Take the items to the nearest CBP office and request a Certificate of Registration for Personal Effects Taken Abroad (CBP Form 4457). It shows that you had the items with you before leaving the United States and all items listed on it will be allowed duty-free entry. CBP officers must see the item you are registering in order to certify the certificate of registration. This is a lifetime form for the owner listed so keep the certificate for future trips. You can quickly search online to find a CBP office near you.
Note that the Form 4457 is not only requested upon re-entry into the U.S. but many countries are also requesting to see this as proof of ownership for your firearms. In addition, South Africa requires your 4457 to be signed by a CBP officer the same year you travel, even though this is a lifetime form.
Bags must be regular-shaped with at least one flat surface. In addition bags with long straps or handles will not be allowed.
But don't worry - you don't need to buy all new luggage. There are baggage wrapping stations at the airport which will (for a fee) wrap your bags according to these new rules. Or save yourself a few bucks and some time, and get them ready at home.
Did you know Namibia firearm permits can be submitted in advance, and speed up the process on arrival?
Submit your POL 573 (Application for Import/ Export), passport, invite letter, and 4457 in advance to Namibia Police by email, and your details are screened in advance and approved on arrival.
for travel as of October 1, 2019**
US & Canadian tourists must request NZeTA prior to arriving in New Zealand for travel beginning October 1, 2019. The NZeTA can be requested starting in July on the mobile app or the New Zealand Immigration website. In addition you may also have to pay an International Visitor Conservation and Tourism Levy (IVL).
The NZeTA cost is NZD$9 on the app or NZD$12 on the webiste. IVL costs are $35 per person additional, and charged along with the eTA.
See full details on the New Zealand Immigration website www.immigration.govt.nz/about-us/what-we-do/our-strategies-and-projects/eta-new-requirements
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