A fire, a bird strike, and three planes to get to Raleigh

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Last week I was scheduled to go to Raleigh for a meeting. It was a simple overnight trip, and I was slated to arrive around 930. I had a tight connection, so was a bit relieved when I checked my flight status on my phone and saw it was delayed by twenty minutes. Then I…

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And the winner is…..

This past week we had a fascinating interview with National Pro Jennifer and ran a giveaway to celebrate National’s ONE TWO FREE promotion. Well, we have a winner for the giveaway! The lucky reader is Eric, who said that he always uses mileage earning credit cards to earn as many points as possible. He wins…

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Road Warriorette Weekend Express

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…

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Travel bag of the week: London Fog Chelsea

a brown and white checkered suitcase

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. Every time I see this bag I think, I love that bag! Surely I’ve featured it! The London Fog Chelsea has so many things to love. It’s neutral-colored but…

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Hilton starting a new “lifestyle” brand

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Normally when I hear that a company is creating a new “lifestyle” brand I roll my eyes. According to Wikipedia a lifestyle brand, in theory, attempts to embody the interests, attitudes and opinions of a group or a culture. It seems gimmicky, and often feels like pandering. But sometimes the brand actually sounds like a really…

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Last day to enter National Car Rental giveaway. Prize: $200 and Executive Status for a year!

Today is the last day to enter the National Car Rental Giveaway. One lucky reader will win a $200 AmEx gift card and Emerald Club Executive Status for a year! Remember in order to be eligible you have to leave a comment AND tweet about the contest using the hashtag #ONETWOFREE. Winner will be chosen…

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CDC drops the ball

By now you have most likely heard that a second nurse caring for US Ebola patient Thomas Duncan has contracted the Ebola disease.  The nurse drew blood, put in catheters, and worked with the bodily fluids of Thomas Duncan.  Last Friday the nurse flew to Cleveland to prepare for her wedding, then Monday before her…

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10 Business Travel Products $20 and under.

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IF you think about it, business travel products can get pretty pricey.  Luggage, electronics, beauty items, clothing, and others things can really eat at your bank account if you’re not careful.  Sometimes I will have to save up for high priced travel items for months before I can afford them, and sometimes have to wait…

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Business traveler interview: National Pro Jennifer. CONTEST CLOSED

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There are two types of loyalty program members: one who sits back and passively waits for points, and one who goes out and maximizes all the points they can. Road Warriorette has teamed up with National Car Rental to spread the word about their ONE TWO FREE promotion. With this promotion, renters receive one free…

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Beauty Monday: Travel Mascara

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Every week Road Warriorette features a beauty product that makes traveling easier. Do you have a favorite? Send it to RW @ RoadWarriorette.com. If I were only allowed to wear one type of makeup every day it would be mascara. I have relatively thick lashes, but they are short and blond. Without mascara I basically look…

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