What was going on during this week in previous years? 2013: One of my most popular posts: A packing list for a four-day business trip. I started my search for the perfect rolling briefcase. We discussed whether or not it is rude to stand on seats. 2012: A friend of mine went on her first…
Getting through airport security
One of the most stressful parts of air travel for many people is airport security. The lines, the rules, the frayed tempers, the rush, the fear of doing something wrong… It’s a lot to worry about, especially if you are a new business traveler! Here are a few tips to help you fly through it…
Travel bag of the week: Piel Leather Laptop Tote
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. Black bags are ubiquitous in the travel world, and for good reason. They go with everything and won’t show dirt. The same benefits extend to dark brown bags, with the…
High quality, budget-friendly suitcase
What is a good brand of luggage that doesn’t cost an arm and a leg? A reader wrote: I know you have done a lot of articles on what is the best piece of luggage for frequent travelers out there, but I have a different kind of question about luggage. I’m shopping for my mother…
Business travel news roundup
Here are the news stories that caught my eye over the last week or so…. (And this time the links should work!!) NSFW. Seriously. But once you’re home, read some of the tweets about the photo US Airways sent out, I assume accidentally. I’m assuming someone will get fired…… Not particularly travel related, but good…
Review: Logitech Ultrathin Keyboard Folio for iPad Air
Late last year I bought an iPad Air. The goal was to gradually transition to my travel computer and eventually start leaving my Dell 14 inch laptop at home. For the first month I didn’t have a keyboard, and it baffled me how anyone used tablets as work computers. Typing on a screen is fine…
Beauty Monday: Tinted moisturizer
Starting today, every week Road Warriorette will feature a beauty product that makes traveling easier. Do you have a favorite? Send it to RoadWarriorette @ gmail.com. Toiletries can be some of the hardest items to pack for a new frequent traveler. You’ve spent years building up your beauty routine—how can you possibly be asked to…
Packing extras for spring time travel
You probably know I’m not one to advocate arbitrarily adding stuff to your packing list. But man, the weather is so nice out right now! Spending just a little bit of time outside gives your mind a break and will make your business trip feel more like a vacation. One or two (small) items could…
Poll: Will you (or would you) dump American?
Last month after the Delta Skymiles changes I ran a poll asking if the changes would make anyone stop flying Delta. The answer was a resounding, overwhelming YES. 63% of respondents said they would leave, compared to 14% who said they wouldn’t and 19% who were still making up their mind. Now that American has…
5 tips for getting through the airport smoothly
Remember my cousin who is on a two month business trip? He left about a week ago. As I drove him to the airport I tried to remember all of my best tips for him. “Have your stuff ready when you get to the security line.” “Wait until they call your group number before going…
