holiday pet travel

Stella and Gracie are celebrating Christmas in Shanghai this year.  We moved them a little over a year ago to Hong Kong, and then again recently from Hong Kong to Shanghai.  Here they are dressed up in their holiday finest and don't they look thrilled!  We wish them and their family a very Happy Holiday season!

Traveling with your pet this holidayPlan ahead before you travel with pets this holiday season. season?  You're not alone - a recent survey by AAA found that more than 75% of people would rather travel with their pets than their spouses!

However the holiday season, always a hectic and busy time, can get a bit hairier when there are pets involved.  Here are some tips on how to keep your pet travel running smoothly from Turkey Day to Auld Lang Syne.

Know before you go

Many airports have shortened customs hours or close completely during the holidays. If you are planning on traveling internationally with your pet during the holiday season, make sure you know in advance what days and times your pets can enter. We recently posted Costa Rica's holiday hours at San Juan International Airport, as well as Australia's pet quarantine hours during the holiday season.  How can you be sure you have the necessary airport information prior to your trip?  Well, if you have an iPhone, there's an app for that!  Otherwise, check out IATA, which provides up to date customs and airport information for domestic and international travelers.