Sheath dresses are often the foundation of any business traveler’s wardrobe. Ponte knit is a great fabric for business casual because it is comfortable, doesn’t wrinkle, and is heavy enough to skim over any imperfections. Sheath dresses can be worn a multitude of ways in all seasons, and can do a lot to stretch a…
This time of year there are more inexperienced travelers than usual. While security can be very stressful for people who are not used to it, there are strategies to get through security with a minimum of fuss. Before you go through. Get your ID and boarding pass in your hand and ready to show to…
A recent email from a reader said: I am on a flight headed to Chicago. We just found out the plane is delayed for 45 minutes. The flight attendants said we could get off the plane as long as we take all our stuff with us. What would you do? Great question! For frequent travelers,…
One of the most important tools for a business traveler is their suitcase. Carrying on is probably the biggest time saver on flights, so a spacious yet compact rollaboard is key. A bag that maximizes internal space while staying within airline allowances will let a traveler pack all of their necessities. This is beneficial year…
Y’all. WATCH THIS. Yes, I am a sentimental sap, but I was crying by the end. WestJet has done an awesome thing for some of their passengers. PR stunt? You bet. Does that lessen the greatness? Not in my opinion. It’s all the more surprising because, let’s be real, airlines are not really known for…
While perusing Pinterest I found a new great blog to read: Travel Fashion Girl. She carries on for all trips, often using only ten pieces of clothing or less. In a recent post, she showed how she was able to pack for five days and carry on, not in her suitcase, but in her Lo…
Packing for work trips creates a unique challenge for women. I wrote about my winter packing list last week, which focused primarily on clothes. Accessories help you create more outfits with fewer clothing items. There are a few criteria that I keep in mind when choosing what jewelry to pack. Don’t bring everything you own.…
A recent article from the New York Times about Wall Street mothers and their stay at home husbands has stirred up a furor in the blogosphere. And it makes sense, because anytime an article focuses on people challenging social norms emotions rise. “Women working sixty and eighty hours a week? What about their children?” people…
TSA recently opened up its Pre-Check program to anyone willing to pay $85, as long as they meet the requirements. Pre-Check is great for frequent travelers—you don’t have to take your shoes off or take your laptop out of your bag. For the $85 you get TSA Pre-Check for five years. I’ve gotten several questions…
Brrrrr! It is cooooold. We are in the midst of winter weather here in Texas, and I know much of the country is the same. Here it is around 30 degrees, but a friend of mine in Colorado just posted that the high is -5 (the high!! Wow.). Any business travel from now until at…
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