Business Travel Tips for Women

Mother’s Day Gift Guide for Travelers

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This Sunday is Mother’s Day, the day we send love and light to the moms and mother-figures in our life. I am so excited to celebrate my mother this Sunday. Of course, she is in Germany on a fabulous vacation (lucky her!). But my sisters and I sent her off in style, and will make…

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How we prepared to live on one income

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Whenever people ask me how I’m able to have three young kids, a full time job, a blog, and travel for work so often, I have one answer: I have an extremely supportive husband who is a Stay At Home Dad. The next inevitable question: “Really?? How did you figure out how to live on…

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Spring business travel capsule wardrobe

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It’s spring! Warmer weather, more colorful clothes, and lighter suitcases are sweeping the nation. No more boots, bulky coats, or wool socks….at least for most places! While there are still places of the country receiving snow (crazy to this Texas native!) much of the country is headed toward warmer days. Hooray! For your wardrobe, a…

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Travel Bag of the Week: Setton Brothers Laptop Bag

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The first thing that caught my eye on this Setton Brothers Laptop Bag bag is the interesting, seasonless styling. The gray and burgundy are classic yet eye-catching, and I love the contrasting textures. It’s made of vegan leather, designed to be durable and functional. There are pockets and compartments for everything you need on a…

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April Birchbox Review

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I resisted the subscription box craze for a long time. “I have so much beauty stuff! I just spent all that time cleaning out my makeup bag and getting rid of old products!” Etc. But a few months ago I was at a friend’s house when her Birchbox came in, and I’m not going to…

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3 Clothing Must Haves for Business Travel

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One of the things that constantly surprises me in how many emails  I get asking clothes I pack on my business trips. Finding outfits that look professional but pack well is definitely a learned skill! After over ten years on the road (wow time flies) I’ve got a lot of packing tricks in my pocket.…

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Travel bag of the week: Archer Brighton Isabel

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Hello, gorgeous. There really is no other word for the Archer Brighton Isabel than fabulous. The lines. The roomy interior. The pockets. The trolley strap. And it’s navy! Be still, my heart. I love how there is room for a 17” laptop, a tablet, and other travel essentials yet is still slim enough to fit…

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4 great items for business travel

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I don’t know about you, but 2017 is flying by. Hard to believe it’s already the second half of February! I’ve been lucky and had a slow winter with regards to business travel, but things are about to pick up in a serious way. Luckily over the past few months I’ve gotten a few new…

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Travel safety tip: Check your balcony doors

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On a recent trip to California, I was excited to enter my room and see balcony doors. I could imagine myself sitting outside, enjoying the night air and relaxing after work with a glass of wine. After dropping my suitcase, I hurried to move the drapes aside and step out. But as my hand reached…

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2016 Road Warrior Gift Guide

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As  hard as it is to believe, Christmas is only 11 days away. If you are still trying to frantically figure out what to get your special someone, don’t despair! Business travelers need all kinds of stuff. Here are some of my favorite gifts for road warriors. Road Warrior Gift Guide Suitcase. A great suitcase…

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