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. The Brickabrack Tote is another gorgeous spring bag. It is easy to clean, has a large interior and metal feet, and multiple pockets. The leather trim gives it class…
Have you ever had this conversation with a spouse or loved one? Them: “You have hundreds of thousands of points! You should use them for our hotel/flight/gift certificate/etc. Isn’t that what they’re there for?” You: “Actually, I have a specific use in mind for them. We are going to book an amazing trip using a…
With the most recent aviation tragedy fresh in our minds, many are concerned about the safety of flying. The fact that flying has become so reliable that one could fly every day for 123,000 years before being in a fatal crash may comfort some. For others, the anxiety stays regardless of what our minds tell…
I have long recommended noise canceling headphones on long plane rides. While they are great for watching movies or listening to music, I also use them with my white noise app for sleeping. Due to the bulk, they’re just not that comfortable to use while lying down. I have also tried using earbuds, but after…
There’s a lot ways to prepare for an extended business trip, like packing smart, getting the right electronics, and making sure to maximize your points. All of those things require planning, and are primarily taken care of before your trip. The hardest part of a long business trip, though, is often once you arrive. You’ll…
A few weeks ago I read this article about ten things not to say to a flight attendant. There were several that I agree with wholeheartedly, including “Oh, stewardess!” and “I miss the good old days of hot flight attendants!” But one suggestion really surprised me: only use the call button when it’s really necessary;…
A few weeks ago I participated in a link-up party on Outfit Posts. The theme was “Wear it now, wear it later,” which I interpreted to mean “Wear it in cold weather, wear it in warm weather.” Now, one would hope that as we march toward April there would be more warm, and less cold.…
In addition to writing my blog, I also love reading blogs for fun and for research. There are close to ten that I check every day, and way more than ten that I read weekly or so. They fall into a wide range of categories, including fashion, beauty, business, travel, and sites for professional women.…
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. In much of the country (sorry New York!) it’s finally starting to feel like spring, and this Pleated Laptop Tote from Kailo Chic looks the part. The bright green…
A question from a reader says: I am headed to Asia on a business trip in a few weeks. I just got my Global Entry approval and card in the mail. Obviously I’ll have my passport when I travel, but do I need the card they sent me as well? Great question! As long as…
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