Rack cardThe typical tourism brochure sized 4” x 9” and used primarily in tourism racks. Also known as a “teaser.”
Rack rateThe official cost posted by a hotel, attraction or rental car, but not used by tour operators.
Rank Order NumberThe number that Kentucky Consular Center gives to the entries of DV Program (lottery) as the computer selects them.
Re-entry PermitA travel document that DHS issues to lawful permanent residents (LPRs) who want to stay outside of the United States for more than one year and less than…
Reassurance signWhen trying to locate an attraction, especially when the route is long and unclear, it is critical to offer “reassurance signs” that tell the visitor…
Receipt NoticeA DHS, USCIS Notice of Action, Form I-797, which says that DHS has received a petition.
Receptive operatorSomeone who plans to “receive” your motorcoach or tour group. They may plan your lodging, meals, attraction visits, etc. for a fee or commission.
ReconnaissanceAn on-site evaluation of an attraction or destination from the perspective of the customer.
RefugeeA person who has a well-founded fear of persecution if he/she should return to his/her home country.
Retail agencyTravel company selling directly to the public, sometimes a subdivision of a wholesale and/or retail travel organization.
Retrogression(or Retrograde Motion) - Movement of a weather system in a direction opposite to that of the basic flow in which it is embedded, usually referring to a…
Returning ResidentsLawful permanent residents who want to return to the United States after staying abroad more than one year or beyond the expiration of their re-entry…
Revalidation or Renewal of a VisaNonimmigrant visa applicants who currently have a visa, and are seeking renewal or revalidation of their visa for future travel to the U.S.
Revocation of a VisaCancellation of a visa. The visa is no longer good (valid) for travel to the United States.