During TBEX, one of the fantastic people I met was Sheila Scarborough from Perceptive Travel (among other places). Her vitality and passion for travel are contagious, and I had a great time visiting with her. One of the things she has put together is this fantastic video that shows her packing for a business trip. …
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A Fabulous Laptop Travel Bag from Kate Spade
Yesterday I was researching a blog post I am doing for Via-Her, and I kept getting distracted. Not that surprising, really, since the post was about laptop bags and purses, and many adorable ones abound. One of the examples I found of a great laptop bag is this beautiful yellow one from Kate Spade. It…
Great Shoes for Travel (that are also super cute)
After a fun-filled three day weekend, it’s a little sad to be back in the work week. I decided I needed something to cheer me up, and nothing makes me happier than……shoe shopping!! If you have been reading this blog for any period of time you know that I have a deep, abiding love for…
Happy Birthday Road Warriorette!!
I learned Saturday that the anniversary for your blog is called a “blogiversary.” Who knew? This weekend, Road Warriorette turned one year old. This past year has been so exciting!! Launching the blog, honing in on my mission, increasing the regularity and frequency of posting, and moving to Boarding Area. I also am excited about…
What to Wear to the Airport: It’s Hot!! Edition
Here in Texas it has already reached 100 degrees for a brief, searing moment. What does one wear to work, much less to the airport, when it is so hot? Jackets are (hopefully) out–it’s just too warm. My normal black pants felt very heavy yesterday. And then there is the whole temperature differential–super hot outside,…
New packing tip!
Sometimes I feel like I’ve heard every packing tip or space saving idea there is. And then sometimes I hear one that is surprisingly simple, but brand new. If you are going on a trip for a few days, don’t pack your whole bottle of eye makeup remover. Instead, dip one end of several q-tips…
Great Spring Travel Purses
In case you haven’t noticed, I am super excited that spring is here. Shedding the dark colors and heavy fabrics of winter in favor of dresses and tops in breezy brights and pastels is a warm-weather treat. And of course, that extends to purses! Time to put away my dark brown bag and get out…
Best Of!! General Travel Tips
The business travel post on Corporette yesterday got me thinking…..while I have done a lot of topic-specific posts, I haven’t yet done a general tips post. So, here are my best general travel tips. By topic, because I just can’t help myself. Clothes: Flat, slip on shoes are best for day of travel. They allow…
What to Wear to the Airport: Brooks Brothers Non-Iron Shirt
Another great shirt to travel with! For those of you who need a bit more formal attire, Brooks Brothers has GREAT non-iron shirts. A variety of fits, prints and solids, and regular sales make this shirt a versatile part of any traveler’s wardrobe. It also comes in a range of sizes. And no ironing? Winner!!…
Another Lesson Learned–About Pants This Time
As you all know, I have been in the middle of back to back business trips,with just weekends (if that) in between. This past weekend was my chance to catch up on about three weeks’ worth of laundry, including all of my travel clothes and clothes from my sister’s wedding. I had at least three…
