Air travelers planning their 2026 trips will need to follow new Real ID guidelines for IDs to fly, or pay a fee at the airport.

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If you’re planning domestic travel this year, a REAL ID isn’t the only ticket through TSA. Depending on your travel goals, a passport might be your best bet. For nearly two decades, the federal ...