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Walking in the Footsteps of Faith: A Catholic Pilgrimage Through Egypt

Walking in the Footsteps of Faith: A Catholic Pilgrimage Through Egypt

Going on a pilgrimage to Egypt is a powerful experience for Catholics, offering not only sacred encounters with early Christianity but also a profound connection to the biblical and ancient worlds. Egypt holds an important place in Christian history as the land that...
Support Our Brothers and Sisters in the Holy Land

Supporting Our Brothers and Sisters in the Holy Land

We woke up to terrible news overnight from Gaza: the Holy Family Parish was struck by a raid. Two parishioners were killed, and while Father Gabriel Romanelli was injured, he is expected to recover. Please join us in prayer for an end to this devastating war and for...
Summer and Fall Travel Update

Summer and Fall Travel Update

Preparing well for your trip pays BIG dividends.  We work hard to provide you with helpful information to prepare for your trip, including an email series that covers the significant aspects of your trip, a library of Two-Minute Travel Tips, the Know Before You Go...

Meeting the First American Pope in Rome

Going on a Catholic pilgrimage to Italy during the Jubilee Year with a new pope at the helm was an unforgettable spiritual journey. There were so many special moments throughout our time in Italy, but finishing up in Rome was truly a gift. Walking down the pilgrimage...
New Pope, New Saints A Jubilee Year Pilgrimage to Italy

New Pope, New Saints: A Jubilee Year Pilgrimage to Italy

For months, I had been preparing to depart on a trip to Italy for the Jubilee Year and especially the canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis. The canonization of Blessed Carlo is exciting for me on multiple levels. First of all, he is the first saint that I was familiar...

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UPDATED New European Visa Requirements Starting Early 2025. Are You Prepared for ETIAS?

UPDATED New European Visa Requirements Starting Early 2025. Are You Prepared for ETIAS?

You may have heard about a new “visa requirement” for US travelers to enter the European Union. While it is not technically a “visa requirement,” a new pre-arrival authorization is coming in 2024. If you are a US citizen traveling to the EU as a tourist, you will need this ETIAS documentation to enter. Here is what you need to know.

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