Three rule changes for travelers come into effect in 2009:

• Crossing any border by land or sea, unless you’re on a cruise, will require a passport
• Visas for people coming to America will be completely electronic
• Tickets prices for flights to and within Europe will have to be disclosed in-full and up-front, taxes, fuel surcharges and all.

[via MSNBC] (Photo: Ryan McFarland)

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