Blog Posts tagged in "Space A Travel"

9 Things to Know About Flying Space-A Via JB Pearl Harbor-Hickam, Hawaii Hawaii is a top destination for Space-A travelers seeking year-round warm weather, beautiful beaches, epic surfing, and world-class golf. But it’s also a frequent stop for travelers en route to and from bases in Japan, Korea, Guam and other U.S territories. Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam (“JBPHH” or “Hickam”) has the most Space-A flights of any military base in Hawaii and is an extremely busy hub. Whether Hickam is your destination, or you’re just passing through, here’s what you need to know about flying Space-A via Haw... read more

The coastal city of Cadiz is a short ferry ride from Rota. Started as a trading post by the Phoenicians as early as 1100 B.C., Cadiz claims to be the oldest continuously inhabited city in Western Europe. Are you thinking about moving overseas post-retirement? Here’s the inspiration you need to consider southern Spain! In the latest profile of our Expat Military Retiree Series , Tony Guyette, a Navy retiree, tells us what he loves about living in Rota, Spain. He has embraced the slower-paced lifestyle that comes with Spanish culture, and he has plenty of great advice for military retirees who ... read more

7 Things You Need to Know About Flying Space-A to Rota, Spain Sunshine, beautiful beaches, delicious food, and convenient access to cities all over southern Spain – that’s what you get when flying into Naval Station Rota. It’s one of the easiest U.S. bases in Europe to reach from the continental U.S., and it should definitely be on your list if you’d like to take advantage of Space-A for leisure travel. To help you plan your trip, here are seven things to know about flying Space-A to Rota. If you are new to Space-A flying, read this Quickstart Guide to Space-A Flights first to get a basic und... read more

If you want to fly Space-A to the United Kingdom, Royal Air Force (RAF) Mildenhall is your best bet. The base is located about 80 miles northeast of London, making it an equally great starting point for a relaxing tour of the English countryside or a busy week exploring the sites of London. RAF Mildenhall is also a convenient gateway to the rest of Europe. With three international airports and the Eurostar train within a few hours’ drive, RAF Mildenhall is the perfect place to start your European vacation. Ready to plan your trip? Here’s what you need to know! If you are new to Space-A flying... read more

Japan is one of the most unique travel destinations in the world and well worth the time and effort required to get there. Flying Space-A to Japan is an incredible opportunity that makes the possibility of visiting this beautiful country very realistic. Here’s what you need to know to plan your trip. If you are new to Space-A flying, read this Quickstart Guide to Space-A Flights first to get a basic understanding of how the process works. 1. The CONUS passenger terminals with the most Space-A flights to Japan are Travis Air Force Base and Seattle Tacoma (SeaTac) International Airport From Sea... read more

Flying Space-A Without Your Sponsor: How Military Spouses Can Travel Solo Did you know that as a dependent (18 years or older), you can take a military Space-A flight without your sponsor? However, there are restrictions to where and how often you can travel, depending on your category . Here’s how you figure out what category you’re in, where you can fly, what paperwork you need, and how to sign up. Information for All Unaccompanied Dependents For all categories, you obtain the required paperwork from your sponsor’s commander. You must keep the paperwork with you at all times while traveling... read more

There are many companies that want to extend their appreciation to the military community through a military discount. One military discount that you may not have realized available to military members is through the airlines. If you are looking to travel be sure to check out the military discount fares offered by the following airlines. I have found through personal experience that it is often a better deal to purchase your ticket through the website directly or through a company such as expedia. However, I noticed if you need to plan a last minute flight or are flexible on your travel dates... read more