Packing

Toiletries Packing List

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In my goal to make someone’s first business trip easier, I am creating packing lists, with specific items and photos, of my typical items for a four-day trip. A couple of weeks ago I talked about clothes, and next in my series of packing photos: toiletries! Toiletries create a very tricky packing situation for the…

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Packing List for a Four Day Business Trip

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Last week I mentioned that I discovered a new blog called Outfit Posts, where the blogger takes pictures of her outfits every morning. I love everything she puts together! She travels for work a lot, and has a really great post about how to pack for 30 days in one suitcase. While I have gotten…

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What was important in Februaries past?

(February is a weird word to write in the plural!) February 2012: I compiled my favorite tips for the plane etiquette round up TOMS came out with ballet flats The New York Times and I disagreed about the top 5 ways to avoid baggage fees A friend got some help about traveling with injectable medicine…

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Don’t gate check your coat!

a woman in a red coat

This week, I traveled to Chicago. It was a very productive visit, where I got a lot of work done and I was able to hang out with my sisters. But there was one thing that wasn’t awesome. All of my flights were all on time, which was nice, but they were on small planes.…

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Two New Things to Take on Every Trip

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I’ve decided there are two types of people in the world—those that carry tissues with them all the time, and those who don’t. My trip this week was initially pretty uneventful. I went to several offices, got some good work done, and ate a tasty steak. However, yesterday about twenty minutes before I was slated…

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Packing List for First Trip in a Long Time

A few weeks ago I went on my first trip in five months. I was pretty anxious, but had a plan in place. I was going to re-read some key blog posts, give myself extra time, figure out the “new-mom” stuff, and make a very specific list of what to pack. I was only gone…

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Road Warrior Gift Guide 2012

a red suitcase with handle

It’s the time of year for giving! In case you are stumped about what to get the Road Warrior and Road Warriorette in your life, I have rounded up a list of great gifts for your traveling loved one. E-readers. The best gift for someone who is on the road a lot, or who reads…

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What was important in Octobers past?

One year ago…. TSA crossed the line….again. I fell in love with navy and discovered the awesoness of gel soles. On my journey to more miles, one strategy worked (a miles credit card) and one backfired (trying for a travel voucher). Movie streaming apps on my phone changed my life. No joke. The Top Five…

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What happened in September 2011 and 2010?

Hard to believe it’s already been a year! Talk about time flying. This time last year I was planning a trip to Manila and getting ready for Blog World. Fun times! One year ago: I shared my Top Five Travel Necessities for Airplanes, Hotels, and Grooming. A friend reminded people how important it is to…

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Business Travel 101: The Personal Item (Revisited)

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Business Travel 101 is a series from a couple of years ago about making that first business trip as easy and successful as possible. I’ve re-tooled the series, and now it’s more comprehensive than ever! It covers everything a new business traveler needs to know for that initial trip, including essential tips for packing, security,…

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