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Planning an International Business Trip, 2-4 Weeks Prior

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A few years ago I started putting together all of my suggestions for planning an international business trip. There were a lot of topics, including passport and visa requirements, vaccinations, credit cards, safety, packing, time changes, culture shock, and more. I’m prepping for another major international trip, and reading through these posts has been incredibly…

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Planning an international business trip, 4-8 weeks prior

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A few years ago I started putting together all of my suggestions for planning an international business trip. There were a lot of topics, including passport and visa requirements, vaccinations, credit cards, safety, packing, time changes, culture shock, and more. I’m in the middle of prepping for another big international trip, and reading through these…

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Traveling to rainy destinations

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Much of the country is experiencing rain right now, including Texas. I love the rain–sitting inside with a cup of tea and a good book while storms rage outside is one of my  favorite things. Alas, sometimes one must go to work, and that doesn’t change even if torrential rains are coming down. And on…

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5 Frequent Mistakes New Business Travelers Make

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Remembering my early days of business travel makes me cringe a bit. I overpacked like crazy, missed out on a ton of points, didn’t know my company policies, and wasted a lot of time at airport security. Little by little my trips got more efficient and went more smoothly, but it took a while! Hopefully…

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2018 Summer Business Travel Beauty Must-Haves

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Last week one day the temperature in central Texas reached 110 degrees. We’ve had almost 30 days over 100 this year, and we’ve still got over a month left of summer. Yowzer! It is hot, not just here but all over the country. It can be hard to look professional when you combine the craziness…

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Building a 10-piece business travel capsule wardrobe

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Packing for a business trip can feel so overwhelming. Countless readers, coworkers, and friends have shared their struggles and frustrations. It’s tempting to bring everything in your closet just so you know you will be covered for any situation, but it’s not necessary (I promise!). Case in point: recently I traveled to California with a…

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Amazon Presidents’ Day Sale–Business Travel Electronics

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Everybody likes a sale, right? In the past Amazon has had 50% and more off of luggage. While that would be great, this year most of the savings are on electronics, many of which are very useful for business travel. (Amazon is still offering 15% off many suitcases, though.) Here are a few notables of…

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2017 Business Traveler Gift Guide

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You know those people who have all of their holiday gifts purchased by Nov. 30? I respect and somewhat envy them, but I am not those people. So what do you do when you have plenty of folks to shop for and not a lot of time? Amazon Prime, of course! And if your special…

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How to remember your hotel room number

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When you’re in the middle of a busy business travel period it’s easy to forget details. This is why packing lists are so helpful! Just go down your list to make sure you have your umbrella, chargers, and glasses. But what about other details–not like bringing something with you, but like, where the turn is…

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20 under $20: 20 Business Travel Accessories Under $20

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It’s true that some gear required for a successful business trip can be pricey. Suitcases, travel bags, and noise-canceling headphones are all important and may cost a pretty penny. But the majority of items that help make a good business travel experience are budget-friendly! Here are 20 business travel accessories under $20. Comfort: 1 Compression…

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