When you receive a Permanent Change of Station or PCS Order, it could cause panic. You may not know what to do and now you and your family have to get organized and relocate. What do you do next and how will it all happen? Here are a few things you need to make sure you take care of after receiving a PCS order. Meet with the Base Transportation Office Your base will have an … [Read more...] about All You Need To Know About PCS Orders
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The Basics of the Military Alphabet
When you become fascinated with the military alphabet, you may be wondering what it is and how it's used. There are some basics you can quickly grasp, which will help you understand what is going on in a popular military video game, moving or TV show. Of course, if you plan to join the military, you'll become very familiar with the military alphabet. It's an interesting way of … [Read more...] about The Basics of the Military Alphabet
Taking Advantage of Military Airline Discounts
Many major airline carriers offer discounts to vacationing soldiers and their families, which is part of a rest and relaxation (R&R) program that was instituted for combat troops stationed in the Middle East. The first to do so since Vietnam, this program incorporates government funding to pay for flights from Iraq to Germany, with connecting flights to the United States. Under … [Read more...] about Taking Advantage of Military Airline Discounts
Finding Military Plane Tickets 101
Finding Military Plane Tickets 101 In today's depressed economy, and with news of airlines cutting back not only on flights, but flight routes, finding just the right plane tickets to get anyone where they want to go is a little more difficult, and that goes for military personnel looking for military discount on airfare opportunities. However, many airlines are continuing … [Read more...] about Finding Military Plane Tickets 101
The Best Way to Travel the World is the US Navy.
Lots of people dream of traveling the world. There?s so much to see out there, and so much to learn. Unfortunately, it?s also expensive to travel. The dollar?s low, so prices in many countries overseas are now twice what are normally. Add in airfare, hotels, and the missing money from the paycheck you aren?t earning, and your dreams of traveling the world are probably feeling … [Read more...] about The Best Way to Travel the World is the US Navy.