Only 48% of Americans have a valid passport. If yours is expired or you never got one, you still have incredible travel options.
No Passport Needed (US ID Only)#
US Territories
- Puerto Rico — San Juan, rainforests, beaches. Domestic flight, no passport
- US Virgin Islands — St. Thomas, St. John, St. Croix. Caribbean without the paperwork
- Guam — Pacific island. Long flight but no passport required
- American Samoa — Remote Pacific. Truly off the beaten path
Passport Card Only (Not Full Passport)
A passport card ($65 vs $165 for a book) works for:
- Mexico — Land and sea crossings only (not flights)
- Canada — Land and sea crossings only
- Caribbean — Closed-loop cruises (departing and returning to same US port)
Where to Get a Passport Fast#
If you decide you DO want international destinations:
- Routine: 6-8 weeks ($165)
- Expedited: 2-3 weeks ($225)
- Emergency: 24 hours at a regional passport agency (appointment required, proof of travel within 72 hours needed)
The Best No-Passport Trip#
Puerto Rico is the best international-feeling trip without a passport. Old San Juan's colonial architecture, El Yunque rainforest, bioluminescent bay in Vieques, and La Placita's nightlife scene — all without leaving US territory.
But if you want truly international — get that passport and browse Local Friends on Roavi. Colombia is 3 hours from Miami, and a Local Friend there will show you why it's worth the paperwork.
This article was written with the help of AI and reviewed by the Roavi team.