Monthly Archives

Monthly Archives for April 2014.

Healthy travel tip: Bring a water bottle. But make sure it doesn’t explode.

Drinking lots of water is a great way to protect against dehydration during travel. I often bring a water bottle to the airport and then fill up once I’m through security. While at home, I love the Contigo Addison water bottles—they are leak proof and shatter resistant, plus they have a straw so I drink…

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Travel bag of the week: Coach Peyton Signature Multifunction Baby Bag

a grey and black coach purse

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. A baby bag for a travel purse? I know it seems weird, but go with me a moment. The Coach Peyton Signature Baby Bag is the perfect size, has a million pockets,…

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Is this rude? Planes, babies and headphones

a close-up of a pair of headphones

Most airlines have a rule: if you’re listening to electronics, you have to wear earphones. This makes sense—you don’t want to disturb other passengers with your music or movies. There is another rule for airlines, this one unspoken: do whatever you have to do to keep children from screaming. Food, drinks, books, toys, movies….whatever it…

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Business travel news roundup

Here are a few of the stories that caught my eye in the last week or so…. Lovely…Fox News reports that new airline seat designs squeeze in more passengers.  I found this interesting. Do you agree with any of these stats? How 452 Million Business Trips Define Road Warrior Travel in Surprising Ways.  In case…

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Protect your keyboard!

a keyboard with a colorful keyboard cover

A few weeks ago, I met a friend to do some brainstorming for a non-profit group we belong to. As she whipped out her Macbook Pro, I couldn’t help but notice the lovely blue keyboard. Turns out it was a keyboard protector. Evidently several months ago she was working and spilled a glass of water…

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Beauty Monday: Wear a hydrating mask on a long flight

a cream tube with gold text

Every week Road Warriorette features a beauty tip or product that makes traveling easier. Do you have a favorite? Send it to RoadWarriorette @ gmail.com. Several months ago I was having lunch with an esthetician friend, who gave me some fabulous advice. Every time I fly internationally my skin is parched when I land. I drink…

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Travel etiquette tip: Don’t talk on your phone in a public restroom

Happy Monday! Hope everyone had a lovely weekend. To start your week off right, let’s talk about something that we’ve all experienced….the bathroom phone conversation. Reader N writes, I have begun traveling for my job in the last month and I am horrified at the number of women that answer phone calls in the bathroom…

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Posts from the past

What was going on during this week in previous years? 2013: One of my most popular posts: A packing list for a four-day business trip. I started my search for the perfect rolling briefcase. We discussed whether or not  it is rude to stand on seats. 2012: A friend of mine went on her first…

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Getting through airport security

a close-up of a hand writing on a plastic bottle

One of the most stressful parts of air travel for many people is airport security. The lines, the rules, the frayed tempers, the rush, the fear of doing something wrong… It’s a lot to worry about, especially if you are a new business traveler! Here are a few tips to help you fly through it…

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Travel bag of the week: Piel Leather Laptop Tote

a close-up of a purse

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. Black bags are ubiquitous in the travel world, and for good reason. They go with everything and won’t show dirt. The same benefits extend to dark brown bags, with the…

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