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Monthly Archives for September 2018.

Taking care of your hair on a business trip

a black hair brush with black handle

For a lot of women, fixing their hair is the most time-consuming grooming task of their day. Between washing, blow drying, and styling, it’s easy to spend a good 30 minutes each morning just on hair. My curly hair dries out if washed every day, so at least that saves me a little time. Even…

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How to share overhead bin space

a black suitcase with wheels

Occasionally I look back fondly at my first couple of years as a business traveler (over a decade ago, hard to believe). Upgrades were plentiful, you could easily hop on an earlier flight, and there was plenty of room for carry-ons. Alas, things have changed. These days flying  standby is almost unheard of and getting…

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Getting Sick on a Business Trip

a box of ointment with a tube of ointment

A few months ago JT from The Points Guy wrote about a scary medical emergency he had during a flight. It sounded terrifying! I took special note because I’ve been sick a few times during flights and it’s terrible. (Also, I know JT IRL so I like to read his stuff 🙂 ) Being sick…

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Is it worth it to join an airline lounge?

a group of wine glasses on a tray

Is it worth it to join an airline lounge? Reader T wonders…. I’ve been traveling for work every other week for about six months, and this should continue for the foreseeable future. I just got an offer to join the American Airlines Admirals Club. It seems like a lot of money but I can see…

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Staying comfortable during international flights

I’m starting to make my plans and arrangements for a trip to India later this year. As usual, the idea of such a long trip starts making me anxious! I know it’s silly but I can’t help it. I obsess over where to sit, what to bring, and how to be as comfortable as possible.…

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Traveling to rainy destinations

a black and white rain boot

Much of the country is experiencing rain right now, including Texas. I love the rain–sitting inside with a cup of tea and a good book while storms rage outside is one of my  favorite things. Alas, sometimes one must go to work, and that doesn’t change even if torrential rains are coming down. And on…

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