When the top members of a sitting presidential administration travel, they do so within what The New York Times once described as an "imperial bubble."
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The collective of press, security, and aides that surround top members of the administration during their time outside of Washington, DC follow carefully designed guidelines to ensure a safe and efficient trip.
From the White House to ritzy hotels and high-profile appearances across the world, this is what it's like inside the "imperial bubble."
For the president, first lady, and secretary of state, travel is a big part of the job. But it's no small task to ensure their time away from Washington, DC is safe and seamless.
Secret Service agents take the lead on travel logistics, often arriving months in advance to clear the airspace, map out a motorcade route, identify hospitals, and other secure locations in case of an attack.
A select number of reporters and photographers known as the "protective press pool" travel close to, but separate from, the official posse of security and top aides to capture the statements and stops made by the official during the trip.