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Monthly Archives for March 2014.

Travel bag of the week: Mobile Edge Classic Herringbone Laptop Tote

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Each week Road Warriorette features a travel bag that hits all of the high notes for ladies on the road: pockets, construction, and (of course!) style. I have a definite weak spot for anything herringbone or houndstooth, and this lovely travel bag from Mobile Edge is no exception. It has plenty of space for everything…

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How to pack toiletries

Outfit Posts is one of my favorite blogs. I love the way she uses color and accessories to make outfits fun and fresh. Yesterday she posted the first installment in a new One Suitcase series, focusing on a capsule wardrobe for a spring business trip. The pieces are lovely! Colorful, fun, and the opposite of…

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Business travel news roundup

Here are a few of the stories that caught my eye this week. Looks like packing light just got more important.  CNN reports that United is cracking down on oversized carry-ons and Running With Miles has a great roundup of bags that comply. Interesting. Find airfare deals in ‘Zone of Indecision‘, from USA Today. And…

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Quick travel tip: Double check for smoking vs. non-smoking

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Last week the Home Warrior, Mini Warrior, and I had to get out of our house for a few days due to the ongoing (never ending) house renovation. I used points to book a last minute room at a local Embassy Suites where I’ve stayed before. There was only type of room available, a king…

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Old Navy shopping report: 4 good pieces for travel

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A long-standing tradition of mine is to go shopping on my birthday. It feels special and a little indulgent—perfect for a self-celebration! Old Navy has come out some fun spring items, so I headed over there yesterday to check them out. I found four pieces that I think would be good for business travel and…

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Posts from the past

What was going on this week in years past? 2013 I gave some tips for styling your hair on the road. My first few months back at work after having my baby gave me some insight into how to travel for work as a new parent. 2012: Singing the praises of the White Noise App.…

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Increasing productivity while flying

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Business travelers spend so much time on planes. If you want to spend more time hanging out with your loved ones and less time working once you get home, you’ll likely need a to get a few things done in flight! However, as you may have noticed planes don’t exactly create an environment conducive to…

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Travel bag of the week: SOLO Vintage Collection Leather Carryall

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Each week Road Warriorette features a travel bag that hits all of the high notes for ladies on the road: pockets, construction, and (of course!) style. What’s not to love about this gorgeous tote from SOLO? The classic lines, ample pockets, padded laptop space, and colorful interior all work for me. It also has that…

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When is first class worth it?

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The Home Warrior sent me an interesting article the other day that asks the question: Is first/business class worth it? The author then goes to list 11 reasons why it may or may not be. In the end, he declares that for himself, it is definitely worth it. I’m pretty sure that if there were…

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Business travel news roundup

A round up of some stories that caught my eye in the past week or so…. Fox News has an interesting report about a new study that finds the best time to book a cheap flight. It’s kind of shocking how much this insanely cold winter has cost. Air Travel Sees $6 Billion Winter of…

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