This week is Independence Day here in the US and is a BIG travel period for less-frequent travelers. You know what that means–inexperienced travelers who aren’t familiar with the travel process, and lots of them. I’m not going to lie–there will be crowds, but there are ways to prepare so that you can survive this…
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5 Tips to Make Holiday Travel Go Smoothly
The holidays are upon us, and people across the country are packing up and hitting the road to be with loved ones. My sisters and their families are both coming here, and it should be a fun (chaotic!) time with seven kids six and under running around. One sister is driving, which is relatively straightforward.…
Happy Thanksgiving! Travel tips for holiday travelers
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! I hope you are having a wonderful day filled with friends and family. My whole family is in town and will be gathering at my parents’ house in a few hours for food, fun, and football (Go Cowboys!). During most of the year, there are enough frequent travelers to keep the airports…
Posts from the past
What was going on the last four weeks in years past? 2013 Being healthy during business travel is not always an easy. Here are 5 tips for healthy eating during travel. That first business trip can be stressful! Here I wrote my top tips for first time business travelers. It was pretty chilly for Texas when…
Getting through security easily
This time of year there are more inexperienced travelers than usual. While security can be very stressful for people who are not used to it, there are strategies to get through security with a minimum of fuss. Before you go through. Get your ID and boarding pass in your hand and ready to show to…
Top 3 large capacity carry-on suitcases
One of the most important tools for a business traveler is their suitcase. Carrying on is probably the biggest time saver on flights, so a spacious yet compact rollaboard is key. A bag that maximizes internal space while staying within airline allowances will let a traveler pack all of their necessities. This is beneficial year…
Holiday Travel Tip: Get there early!!
During most times of the year, I get to the airport at the last possible minute. At home, I prefer to arrive around 45 minutes prior to departure. It gives me the five to ten minutes I need to get through security, with an extra few minutes to grab something to eat to go. At…