(Customs and Border Protection is offering the tips).....They say the tips are to make international holiday travel safer and easier..

CBP encourages travelers to be Travel Ready and use CBP's various mobile apps to improve their safe travel experience. Global Entry, the Trusted Traveler Program allows expedited clearance for pre-approved, low risk travelers once they arrive back  to the United States. There is a mobile application that allows members to begin their arrival processing before they even reach the federal inspection area.. Prepare you documents ahead of time. Report your food, cash and memorabilia. Avoid counterfeits when traveling. Consider duty exemptions. And be aware of which medications can be brought across the border. Go to the CBP website for more tips.