What are the considerations when packing for an extended trip? Reader J asks…. Hi! I’m a fan of your blog (discovered you on Corporette). I am an attorney, and I have a three week long trial in a very hot, humid city coming up soon. It’s a federal court case. I will not be going…
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My summer go-to business travel outfit
I am in the middle of a frenetic travel period. I’ve been traveling every week for two months, and I’ve got one more month before I get a breather. At this point I’m so burnt out from the constant time on the road I don’t even care about what to wear. This makes it hard…
Traveling with only your phone
I talk about packing light all the time—it’s one of my favorite topics. One of the ways to lighten your personal item is by swapping out your laptop for a tablet. But what if you took it a step further? What if you went on a trip where your only communication device is your phone?…
3 things you can leave at home
USA Today picked up a clip from a Cleveland news station about three things you can leave at home on your next trip. Their suggestions? A speaker pod, chargers, and toiletries. Really? Out of all of the options one can leave behind, those were their suggestions? First off, a speaker pod. I can see how…
Top 3 carry-on suitcases within airline guidelines 22x14x9
With airlines’ inconsistent carry-on size policies, plus the crackdown on oversize bags, here are 3 bags that fit within the precise guidelines.
Top 5 travel gear: Electronics
Earlier this week I wrote a Top 5 guide for your first business trip, including mostly packing-related items. Some of the comments reminded me that as much as I think about how to pack, there is more to travel then packing efficiently! Electronics (and their chargers) are a critical component of successful business travel. While…
Packing list for a four day business trip: Spring
Spring is so weird. One day it’s 80 and sunny and the next day it’s 52 and cloudy. It was like that all across the country this week! What’s a business traveler to do? Obviously, checking the weather forecast is key. But the best thing to do is create outfits that can be tweaked to…
Packing for 4 days in a small bag
A reader asks: is it possible to pack for four days in a bag that fits under an airline seat? My answer: definitely! Read more to see how.
Packing extras for spring time travel
You probably know I’m not one to advocate arbitrarily adding stuff to your packing list. But man, the weather is so nice out right now! Spending just a little bit of time outside gives your mind a break and will make your business trip feel more like a vacation. One or two (small) items could…
Packing for business and fun on the same trip
It’s getting to be vacation season. Hooray! Business travelers will often combine a fun trip and a business trip, to maximize time away and minimize travel time and costs. But for people who still want to carry-on, what kind of things can you pack that will do double duty? A packing challenge? I accept! Here…
