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Cool travel app: MiFlight

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The Home Warrior discovered MiFlight on one of his perusals through iTunes, and I have to say—it is very cool. The premise is that users will update the list of wait times in the app whenever they go through airport security. This way travelers will know how much time they need to allot, rather than…

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Business travel news roundup

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Here are a few of the stories that caught my eye in the last week or so….  Make sure your devices have juice!! New security scrutiny focuses on electronic devices. via @USAToday Here’s a good list to look through. 11 items to pack in your travel medical kit. via @foxnewstravel Some fun things on this…

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Another reason to bring mobile chargers on international trips

A year ago my phone died during the return trip from Manila. Due to insane delays in customs I wasn’t able to charge my phone before my connecting flight, and just assumed I would be able to charge it on the flight home. Despite recent flights on many planes with plugs, this particular flight had…

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A few ways to slow down

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It seems like I’m always in a hurry.  Whether it’s rushing to get to a meeting, eating my lunch as fast as I can, or quickly filing through security, there are lots of opportunities to make bad decisions when rushing around during travel.  Those bad decisions can lead to slowing you and others down, which…

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Business travel news roundup

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Here are a few of the stories that caught my eye in the last week or so….  What will they think of next! Robot valet to park cars at German airport. via @YahooNews Not in story but Sephora is my fav. 8 vending machines you didn’t know exist. via CNNTravel I preach about some of…

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The perfect toy for a frequent flier family

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Your child’s birthday coming up? Look no further for the perfect gift! The Playmobil Security Check Point will provide your family with hours of fun. It includes a passenger, two TSA agents, a luggage scan, and metal detector. Whether you’re trying to explain to your kids why you have to leave so early for flights,…

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Getting through airport security

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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…

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Posts from the past

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…

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Posts from the past

What was going on during this time a year ago? Two years ago? 2013: I continued my Points for Business Travelers series with a post on shopping portals 2012: After witnessing a series of questionable etiquette situations I rounded up my top etiquette tips for planes. 2011: We had a great discussion about paying for…

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