What was going on this week in years past? 2013: After a lovely stay, I reviewed the Hyatt Regency San Antonio Riverwalk. Toiletries are so hard to pack! To make it easier, I listed out every single toiletry item I travel with. (pictured) 2012: A pilot accidentally sent a plane into a nosedive mid-flight, and…
Poll: Do you work or play during flights?
Poll: Do you work or play during flights? In the last couple of years, my workload has ramped up considerably. I’ve taken on more responsibility at my day job, and Road Warriorette is busier than ever. When I first started traveling, i always saw travel time as “me” time. Before leaving I would pack my…
Is Global Entry worth it?
Last week I posted about making airport security easier for new business travelers. One of the commenters pointed out that Global Entry and TSA Pre-check are the best ways to go through security quickly. I completely agree! For $100, you get five years of Global Entry and TSA Pre-check. This means: Way shorter lines at…
Healthy travel tip: Bring a water bottle. But make sure it doesn’t explode.
Drinking lots of water is a great way to protect against dehydration during travel. I often bring a water bottle to the airport and then fill up once I’m through security. While at home, I love the Contigo Addison water bottles—they are leak proof and shatter resistant, plus they have a straw so I drink…
Travel bag of the week: Coach Peyton Signature Multifunction Baby Bag
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. A baby bag for a travel purse? I know it seems weird, but go with me a moment. The Coach Peyton Signature Baby Bag is the perfect size, has a million pockets,…
Is this rude? Planes, babies and headphones
Most airlines have a rule: if you’re listening to electronics, you have to wear earphones. This makes sense—you don’t want to disturb other passengers with your music or movies. There is another rule for airlines, this one unspoken: do whatever you have to do to keep children from screaming. Food, drinks, books, toys, movies….whatever it…
Business travel news roundup
Here are a few of the stories that caught my eye in the last week or so…. Lovely…Fox News reports that new airline seat designs squeeze in more passengers. I found this interesting. Do you agree with any of these stats? How 452 Million Business Trips Define Road Warrior Travel in Surprising Ways. In case…
Protect your keyboard!
A few weeks ago, I met a friend to do some brainstorming for a non-profit group we belong to. As she whipped out her Macbook Pro, I couldn’t help but notice the lovely blue keyboard. Turns out it was a keyboard protector. Evidently several months ago she was working and spilled a glass of water…
Beauty Monday: Wear a hydrating mask on a long flight
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. Several months ago I was having lunch with an esthetician friend, who gave me some fabulous advice. Every time I fly internationally my skin is parched when I land. I drink…
Travel etiquette tip: Don’t talk on your phone in a public restroom
Happy Monday! Hope everyone had a lovely weekend. To start your week off right, let’s talk about something that we’ve all experienced….the bathroom phone conversation. Reader N writes, I have begun traveling for my job in the last month and I am horrified at the number of women that answer phone calls in the bathroom…
