We focus a lot on the “transit” part of business travel–flights, hotels, etc–because that experience is fairly universal, regardless of industry or job. But the actual most important part of business travel is–shocker–when you arrive at the office you’ve traveled all this way to visit. Making a good impression on a business trip is critical…
Monthly Archives
Monthly Archives for September 2017.
What to look for in hardside luggage
What features should travelers look for in hardside luggage? Reader B asks…. Hi RW! I need to get a new suitcase for my regular international trips. I always try to carry-on but sometimes have to check my bag. Since I know airlines can be tough on suitcases I’d like to get a hardside bag. What…
Tips for Short Connections
In a perfect world everyone has around one hour to make their flight connections. It’s usually time to get off your airplane, stop at the restroom, grab a snack, and make it to your new gate in time to board, without feeling like you’re wasting time. But occasionally you have a shorter connection, sometimes much…
A trolley sleeve makes travel far easier
When I travel I make a habit of watching the boarding process. Sure, it’s easy to lose myself in Facebook and cat videos, but it’s also fascinating to observe the challenges passengers have. During my travel last week I watched a number of people have issues getting down the plane aisle with their luggage. Either…
Privacy during business travel
Anytime you travel you give up some expectations to privacy. Between airport security, crowded gates, and super cramped airplanes, it’s a little hard to feel like you have your own space. And yet creating space for yourself can lead to a much calmer, more rewarding experience–even if it’s just the illusion. Here are a few…