Beauty Monday: Taking care of nails

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Every week Road Warriorette features a beauty tip or product that makes traveling easier. Do you have a favorite? Send it to RoadWarriorette @ gmail.com. Traveling can be so hard on your nails! Whether it’s maneuvering your suitcase, grabbing things out of your briefcase, or just general wear and tear, regular travel can reduce a beautiful…

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What A-list benefits extend to traveling companions?

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Do the people flying with you get all of the same benefits as you? Reader E asks….  I have been a long-time reader of Delta Points having grown up in GA and lived in cities where I stayed loyal to Delta. Since moving to Nashville last year, I am now almost 100% loyal to Southwest, and…

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Top 4 things to know before renting a car for business

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Happy Mother’s Day! Hopefully you are all relaxing and doing nice things for your mother, or having nice things done for you if you are a mother. I’ve spent a delightful morning playing outside with the Mini Warrior while the Home Warrior made brunch. Fun times! For a new business traveler, renting a car can…

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Posts from the past

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What was going on this week (and the week before) in years past? 2013 Mandatory budget cuts were affecting the FAA.  I wrote about how to deal with furloughs during this difficult time. I wrote about the highly debated subject of how ethical it is to bring people on business trips. 2012 My Road Warriorette…

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Travel bag of the week: Francine Collection Croco Roller Carrying Case

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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. Any time I look at a small rolling bag there are usually two separate types: a rolling briefcase or a short suitcase. I’ve always thought the ideal small rolling bag would combine both…

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Travel etiquette tip: Don’t get between a mom and her baby

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Yesterday I flew to Utah, which took approximately ten hours of travel time. That’s no small amount for a domestic trip!  I flew on Southwest, and overall my flights were good–in fact, on my final flight I had the exit row all to myself. That never happens! The summer travel season must be starting early. I…

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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…. Here are some good tips to remember. 5 easy ways to dodge airline baggage fees.via @foxbusiness Here’s a really good luggage etiquette story. Airlines, travelers need luggage etiquette via @USATODAY Mind boggling how much airlines are making with fees.…

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5 tips for dealing with a crazy travel schedule

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Some people have regular travel schedules.  They know that every first week they’re in Cleveland and every third week they’re in Pittsburgh. Others know months in advance when they’ll be gone. Not me. Some trips I know way ahead of time, but many of my trips come up with just a week or two in…

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Beauty Monday: Peep toe flats!

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Every week Road Warriorette features a beauty tip or product that makes traveling easier. Do you have a favorite? Send it to RoadWarriorette @ gmail.com. Excited about the warming weather? Looking to put a little “spring” in your step? I’ve always been a big advocate of flats for travel—they are just so practical. During spring and…

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