I had to visit the US Embassy in London recently for passport renewal. Because we have a cruise this Saturday, I was worried about the turnaround time but they assured me with express service I would have it before the cruise. Exactly a week after the application, I received my passport! Since I imagined an extra trip to London for an emergency passport this was a wonderful surprise. This meant an extra day sightseeing with my daughter instead of standing in line at the embassy. :)
Cheers, Pam