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Monthly Archives for December 2014.

CONTEST CLOSED Giveaway! What’s your favorite travel toiletry product and why?

a white package of facial cleansing towelettes

A few months ago I did a contest that was geared towards finding out what my readers’ favorite carry-on luggage brands are and why. The goal was to help business travelers who are looking to purchase carry-on luggage make a decision.  We had many great responses so I would like to do the same thing…

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Does your company micromanage your business travel expenses?

a light bulb with a dollar sign

We’ve talked about the methods we use for keeping track of our business travel expenses, but I wonder—how do our employers treat us while we’re on a business trip? Like all business travelers, I make a lot of sacrifices traveling for work. That being said my company does a pretty good job at making it…

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How do you clean the inside of your luggage?

a black suitcase with a handle

Do frequent travelers need to clean their luggage? If so, how often? Reader C. asks… I’ve been traveling regularly for work for over a year now. I’ve noticed some small stains on my suitcase. Do I need to clean it? What’s the best way? Great question.  I personally try to do a cleaning of my…

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EMME bag contest winners

a black bag with a zipper

Congratulations to Jamie W. and Joanna for winning the travel toiletry bag from EMME!  Thank you also to all who participated, and to EMME for the giveaway. If you are planning to purchase an EMME travel toiletry bag be sure to use coupon code ROAD for 20% off.  Here is the original post for those looking to…

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Is hacking ticket prices cheating?

a blue globe with a wire

I’ve been hearing a lot lately about why “travel hacking” is wrong. Don’t worry, I’m not going to try to debate the morality of manufactured spending! I’m thinking about various ticketing schemes.  A couple of stories came out not too long ago about “cheating” the airlines’ ticketing systems that got me thinking. 

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