Monthly Archives

Monthly Archives for July 2014.

Travel bag of the week: McKlein Willowbrook Rolling Leather Briefcase

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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. It shocked me when I realized I hadn’t featured a McKlein bag on the Bag of the Week yet. Shocked me because I love almost every single bag I’ve…

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This is why I make packing lists

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This week I am on a very busy but short overnight trip. Last night as I was starting to pack I started to make a list. Then thought, I’m only gone for one night! What could I possibly need to remember that I can’t keep in my head? To be fair, I did really well.…

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Preparing for your First International Business Trip: Credit Cards, Currency Exchange, Points, and Cell Phone, Data, and Text Plans

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Getting ready for your first business trip abroad can be very stressful! I’ve put together a comprehensive list of items that can help you prepare, hopefully cutting down on your anxiety. Click here to read the first installment, which covered passports, travel advisories, and vaccinations.  Click here to read the second installment, which covered food,…

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Business travel news roundup

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Here are a few of the stories that caught my eye in the last week or so….  I use the FlightAware app all the time. How to Find the Route Your Plane Is Taking. via @wsj I would love to choose my own room. Hilton lets guests pick rooms, use smartphones as keys. via @usatoday Will Business…

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TSA offering $15k to help solve security lines

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Apparently TSA has finally noticed that airport security lines are really long, and NBC News is reporting that they’re offering a cash reward to help solve the problem. If they choose your idea as the winner, you can get up to $5k in cash. Alas, they want suggestions a little more complicated than someone making sure…

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Airport Pickup Etiquette (and the law).

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I’m a pretty lucky person.  Because the Home Warrior is a stay at home dad he’s often able to drop me off and pick me up from the airport. (Although I don’t know if he feels so lucky!)  Drop offs at the airport always seem to go smoothly. Cars stop, unload, say goodbye, and away…

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Posts from the past

What was going on this week in years past? 2013 Here’s a travel etiquette tip that everyone should try to follow. Read about my fun adventure in downtown Boston. 2012 Here’s how you should be getting to your non-aisle seat. Need some tips and tricks for your travel toiletries?

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One dress, two ways—change your look with accessories

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Packing for a business trip can be overwhelming. Making sure you have everything you need for several days of outfits and beauty can be daunting! Not mention having to fit everything in your carry-on. At least it’s easier in the summer than winter since clothes and shoes are much lighter. One of the core rules…

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Best luggage brands contest winner!

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Earlier this week I asked you to share what your favorite carry-on luggage brand is and why. To encourage participation I offered a $50 Amazon gift card to one person chosen randomly from all of the comments. That winner is……Lucky number 48, DJ! I like the Fit carry-on from Costco. It has a wet compartment…

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