Hey readers! Got a question or something you want to discuss this weekend?  Here’s the perfect opportunity!  Whether you want to share an interesting travel story, a packing tip, an etiquette tip, or anything else going on in the business travel world, comment here and we’ll have a discussion.

Travel tip of the week:

• It can be pretty frustrating to stand in line, waiting to talk to a ticket agent, so I recommend calling the airlines customer service while you’re in line. That way if the line isn’t moving fast enough you have a possible quicker alternative for resolution by phone.

Week in review:

• Sometimes packing for a short trip can be daunting. Do you take only as much as you need? Or do you bring a few extra things, since you will likely have room in your suitcase? I answer a reader’s question of what to pack for an overnight business trip. 
• My favorite mascara for travel is the Tarte’s Lights Camera Lashes. Beauty Monday:  Travel Mascara
• Fabulous interview with Jennifer, a National Emerald Club business travel pro. Business traveler interview: National Pro Jennifer.
• You don’t always have to break the bank when you buy business travel supplies. 10 Business Travel Products $20 and under.
• It’s kind of shocking how badly the CDC has handled aspects of the Ebola containment. CDC drops the ball.
• Normally I think “lifestyle” brands are lame and gimmicky. This new brand from Hilton sounds kind of awesome though. Hilton starting a new “lifestyle” brand.
• Every time I see this bag I think, I love that bag! Travel bag of the week: London Fog Chelsea.

Here are travel news stories that caught my eye this week:

• This is a fun interview.Why Cheap Luggage Can Be a Plus. via @WSJ
• Here’s some really helpful advice. Ways to prevent, fix air travel ‘fails’ via @FoxNewsTravel
• Lot of work ahead for the new chief. U.S. transportation security chief to retire: Homeland Security via @YahooNews
• This is a very helpful article. Don’t Let Your Airline Miles Expire! Here’s How, Without Flying. via @YahooTravel
• This would be unsettling.  A.A. Flight Makes Emergency Landing After Walls Buckle. via @nbcbayarea
• Myths about & tips to deal with airplane germs. Five myths about germs on aircraft.  via @usatodaytravel

Comment of the week:

This week I asked readers to provide their favorite strategy for maximizing points for a contest I was running for National (I plan to announce a winner later today if you entered).  @Zara ‘s strategy is our comment of the week.  “My kids in college are authorized users on my card. Their occasional charges earn me points!!”

Readers, chime in with what’s on your mind! I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.

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