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Plano-based FedEx Office adds new rush passport service at all locations

For those times when you need one of these ASAP.

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Wannabe international travelers have an ultra-convenient new way to get their passport processed in a jiffy: Plano-based FedEx Office, previously known for printing, packing, and shipping, has teamed up with RushMyPassport, an online passport service, to offer expedited U.S. passport services, beginning July 1.

The U.S. State Department recently increased the average time it takes to get a passport processed to 6-8 weeks (it used to be 4-6 weeks).

Now you can stop at one of the 2,000 FedEx locations or visit them online at FedEx.com/passport if you need rushed passport processing, renewals, or updated government-compliant passport photos.

You can actually get a passport in as quickly as one day.

Other services include overnight shipping for rushed passport applications; full-tracking visibility throughout the approval process; and 24/7 assistance from passport specialists.

Kim Dixon, chief operating officer of FedEx Office, says in a release that this collaboration with RushMyPassport gives travelers a quick and efficient way to expedite and renew their passports.

"Many of us have experienced the distress of realizing our passport isn’t ready for an upcoming trip and, as a result, scramble to find a last-minute solution," Dixon says. "This convenient service will help eliminate the confusion and common errors that often arise and help simplify the process."

Expedited passports and rushed passport renewal baseline pricing is offered at six levels:

24-hour service — 1 business day: $449
Next-day service — 2 business days: $349
Priority service — 3-5 business days: $249
Rush service — 6-7 business days: $169
Standard service — 8-10 business days: $119
Rush renewal* — 10-12 business days: $99

They'll also sell government-compliant 2x2 photos to submit with passport applications, for a mere $14.95.

RushMyPassport CEO Mosie Miller says that, beyond the need to get a passport ASAP, doing it the regular way puts you at the mercy of the US Postal System. Oooh burn.

"Routine passport processing can take weeks," Miller says. "You also have to factor in the possibility of issues with documents you finally receive in the mail, causing further delays and even more headaches. [This service] helps travelers overcome these issues, giving a smooth and secure way to handle passport needs."

RushMyPassport.com is owned by Expedited Travel LLC, and specializes in expediting U.S. passports.

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Grand Hyatt hotel at DFW Airport unveils $34 million renovation

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All rooms at the Grand Hyatt DFW face the airport's runways.

The DFW Airport's on-site Terminal D hotel, Grand Hyatt DFW Airport, has just completed its $34 million renovation in less than a year.

Renovations began in July 2025 in celebration of its 20th anniversary, and coincided with the DFW Airport's ongoing $9 billion renovation plan. According to general manager Jeff Babcock, the hotel's transformation was a strategic process to show gratitude and "give back to the travelers and members of the community that supported [the hotel] during the last two decades."

"The entire renovation of the property solidifies our legacy as the premier hotel and event center supporting the international airport and connecting travelers to the Dallas Fort Worth culture and community,” Babcock says in a press release.

Among the shiny new features are the fully renovated guest rooms and suites (which have been increased from its original 298 rooms to 315), a "reimagined" Grand Met restaurant, and an updated 20,000-square-foot top-floor meeting and event space, executive board room, and an expansive indoor/outdoor rooftop flight-deck event space that overlooks the DFW Airport's runways.

Grand Hyatt DFW Airport hotel $34 million renovation, King Room In addition to new beds, stitched leather headboards, and integrated lighting, all guest rooms also feature large HD flat screen TVs and new charging ports.Photo courtesy of Grand Hyatt DFW

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All rooms at the Grand Hyatt DFW face the airport's runways.

The Grand Hyatt also claims its renovated 6,600-square-foot ballroom makes the hotel "a leading conference destination and event center at DFW and around the area."

The hotel lobby remains just steps away from the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Terminal D checkpoint, and was remodeled with "luxurious marble tile flooring, rich wooden paneling, and artwork created by local artists," the press release says. Additional upgrades were made to the on-site fitness center, which was relocated to the first-floor "to better accommodate health and fitness needs" and is now outfitted with Peloton bicycles.

"The transformation of Grand Hyatt DFW is a major milestone in the ongoing evolution of our airport and an investment in the experience we deliver to customers every day," says DFW CEO Chris McLaughlin in the release. "As one of the most consistently and highly awarded airport hotels, this property sets the standard for convenience, comfort and Southern hospitality. The reimagining of the property ensures it will continue to be a premier destination in North Texas and a powerful reflection of DFW’s commitment to excellence as we serve a growing global community."

Room rates at the Grand Hyatt DFW Airport begin at $296 for World of Hyatt Members, and standard rates begin at $329 per night in February.

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