One of the most stressful parts of air travel for many people is airport security. The lines, the rules, the frayed tempers, the rush, the fear of doing something wrong… It’s a lot to worry about, especially if you are a new business traveler! Here are a few tips to help you fly through it…
A question from a reader says: I am headed to Asia on a business trip in a few weeks. I just got my Global Entry approval and card in the mail. Obviously I’ll have my passport when I travel, but do I need the card they sent me as well? Great question! As long as…
What was going on this week in years past? 2013: A reminder, which is applicable for the next few weeks, that it’s Spring Break and you should give the airport some extra time. After getting hit in the face, I want everyone to watch their backpacks as they walk down the plane aisle. I discovered…
What was going on this week a few years ago? 2013: We beat the winter blahs by shopping for travel shoes. 2012: After an awkward shuttle encounter, I recommend to leave your knife at home. I did a round up of TSA Friendly laptop cases. 2011: Readers helped to compile list of tips for your…
Before I start, I want to say that I still think TSA Pre-check can be one of the most helpful things for saving time on a business trip. However, I have some updates that I would like to share. First, make sure that you know that just because you have a Known Traveler number on…
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…
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…
Next week I will be flying to Manila. I’ll only be gone for a week, but because it’s so far there are lots of details to figure out. Entertainment for the 50 hours of travel, packing for the tropical climate, travel logistics, plus of course my actual work stuff. The last time I flew home…
The effects of the week-long government shutdown are being felt all over the place. Certainly the hundreds of thousands of furloughed employees are feeling it. And travelers are another group who could be feeling it. Here is my advice for business travelers on surviving the shutdown. Send in your passport or visa paperwork early. If…
TSA Pre-Check was recently rolled out at my airport, and several other airports that I frequent. While American initially offered me membership a few years ago, I (stupidly) did not sign up. After learning some of the many ways you can get Pre-check without an invitation, I decided to apply for Global Entry. I’m in…
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