Helpful Links
Travel Resources
Official government and airline resources to help you prepare for your journey.
Important: Ellington Travel provides these links for convenience. Official rules, requirements, fees, processing times, and travel advisories can change at any time. Always verify details directly with the official government agency, airline, or travel provider before traveling.
Passports
Apply for a U.S. Passport
Use this official U.S. Department of State resource to apply for a first-time passport, child passport, or passport card. Start here if you do not already have a valid U.S. passport.
Renew Your Passport
Check if you are eligible to renew your U.S. passport online or by mail. Passport rules and processing times can change, so always verify details before applying.
Lost or Stolen Passport
Use this resource if your passport is lost or stolen, especially while traveling abroad. The State Department explains how to report it and how to replace it.
Quick Reference
Can You Renew Your Passport Online?
Wondering if you qualify for online passport renewal? Here are the key requirements to check before you begin.
- The passport you are renewing is/was valid for 10 years, and you are age 25 or older.
- Your passport is either expiring within one year or has expired less than five years ago.
- You live in the United States, either in a state or U.S. territory.
- Your most recent passport is in your possession and was never reported as lost or stolen.
- You are comfortable paying online and uploading your own passport photo.
Always make sure you are on the official U.S. Department of State website ending in ".gov" — not ".com," ".us," or ".org."
Passport rules and processing options can change. Travelers should always confirm current requirements directly with the official U.S. Department of State before applying or renewing.
Travel Safety & International Travel
Travel Advisories
Check official U.S. travel advisory levels before traveling internationally. Advisories can change based on safety, security, health, or emergency conditions.
Country Information
Look up entry requirements, safety information, local laws, health notes, and other travel details for a specific country.
U.S. Embassies & Consulates
Find the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate while traveling abroad. This is especially important for emergencies, lost passports, arrests, or crisis situations.
Emergency Help Abroad
Use this official resource if you need urgent assistance while outside the United States, including help with lost passports, crisis events, or emergency support.
Airport & TSA
TSA — What Can I Bring?
Check what items are allowed in carry-on or checked luggage before you pack. TSA officers make final decisions at the checkpoint, so verify before travel.
TSA PreCheck
Learn about TSA PreCheck and how eligible travelers can apply for expedited airport security screening.
REAL ID
Learn what identification is accepted for domestic air travel and whether your driver's license or ID is REAL ID compliant.
Connecticut REAL ID
For Connecticut residents, use the official Connecticut DMV page to learn how to get a REAL ID license or ID card.
Connecticut Driver License Renewal
Use the official Connecticut DMV website to renew a driver's license or check renewal requirements.
Health & Vaccines
CDC Travel Health
Check destination-specific health notices, vaccine recommendations, and travel health guidance before leaving the country.
CDC Travel Health Notices
Review current travel health notices for disease outbreaks, health risks, or special precautions by destination.
Trusted Traveler & Customs
Global Entry
Global Entry is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection trusted traveler program for pre-approved, low-risk travelers entering the United States.
Trusted Traveler Program Login
Use the official DHS Trusted Traveler Program website to apply, renew, or manage programs such as Global Entry.
Official Airline Links
Airline policies for baggage, seat assignments, check-in, schedule changes, refunds, and travel documents can change often. For the most accurate information, always confirm directly with your airline.
These links go to official airline websites. Ellington Travel provides them for convenience only.
American Airlines
Check flight status, baggage rules, check-in, seat assignments, and airline-specific travel policies.
Delta Air Lines
Check flight status, baggage rules, check-in, seat assignments, and airline-specific travel policies.
United Airlines
Check flight status, baggage rules, check-in, seat assignments, and airline-specific travel policies.
Southwest Airlines
Check flight status, baggage rules, check-in, seat assignments, and airline-specific travel policies.
JetBlue
Check flight status, baggage rules, check-in, seat assignments, and airline-specific travel policies.
Alaska Airlines
Check flight status, baggage rules, check-in, seat assignments, and airline-specific travel policies.
Hawaiian Airlines
Check flight status, baggage rules, check-in, seat assignments, and airline-specific travel policies.
Breeze Airways
Check flight status, baggage rules, check-in, seat assignments, and airline-specific travel policies.
Spirit Airlines
Check flight status, baggage rules, check-in, seat assignments, and airline-specific travel policies.
Frontier Airlines
Check flight status, baggage rules, check-in, seat assignments, and airline-specific travel policies.
Airline routes, baggage rules, check-in rules, fees, and schedules can change often. Always verify directly on the airline's official website.
Airline Passenger Rights
Airline Passenger Rights
Use this U.S. Department of Transportation resource to learn about passenger rights, refunds, delays, cancellations, baggage issues, and airline consumer protections.
Airline Refund Information
Use this official U.S. DOT resource to review refund rules for canceled flights, significant schedule changes, baggage issues, and paid services not provided.
Ellington Travel provides these links for convenience. Official rules, requirements, fees, processing times, and travel advisories can change at any time. Always verify details directly with the official government agency, airline, or travel provider before traveling.