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Road Warriorette Weekend Express

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Hey readers! Got something on your mind this weekend that you want to ask a question on or discuss?  Here’s the perfect opportunity!  Whether you want to share an interesting travel story, a packing tip, an etiquette tip, or anything else going on in the business travel world, comment here and we’ll have a discussion. (Pictured:Airplanes…

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Posts from the past

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What was going on this week (and last week) in years past? 2013 Want to speed up boarding?  Follow this etiquette tip regarding carry-on bags. If you’re buying a new carry-on here’s what to look for. During a particularly stressful time away from my family I write about my experiences being a mother and a Road Warriorette. Wondering…

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In my bag all the time.

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I’ve been traveling a lot lately.  So much that there are certain things I just don’t unpack because they go with me on every trip. It makes packing for a trip so much easier when certain things are already in my travel purse and suitcase. This method is not for everyone.  If you travel once every…

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A Day in the Life

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Beep. The time is 3:30am. Why is my phone making that hideous noise? Oh yeah. I’ve got a trip today, which means it’s time to get out of bed.  The good news is I packed the night before so I only have a few things to do to get ready.  The bad news is I packed…

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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….  Very helpful post here.  Packing cubes: Are they really worth the money?   via @travlfashngirl NY Times interview with George Hobica, founder of Airfarewatchdog.com. George Hobica Finds Air Travel’s Rare Silver Linings. via @NYTimesTravel

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Preparing for your First International Business Trip: Carry-on

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Getting ready for your first business trip abroad can be very stressful! I’ve put together a comprehensive list of items that can help you prepare, hopefully cutting down on your anxiety. Click here to read the first installment, which covered passports, travel advisories, and vaccinations.  Click here to read the second installment, which covered food, transportation, and language.  Click here  to…

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Road Warriorette Weekend Express

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Hey readers! Got something on your mind this weekend that you want to ask a question on or discuss?  Here’s the perfect opportunity!  Whether you want to share an interesting travel story, a packing tip, an etiquette tip, or anything else going on in the business travel world, comment here and we’ll have a discussion.…

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Dads in first, mom and kids in coach

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During my Manila trip last November I got upgraded to business class at the last moment, literally as I was walking onto the plane. I was hugely relieved of course; it would have been very difficult to go straight to work after landing if I had spent the night in coach. I was in the…

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Travel bag of the week: McKlein Willowbrook Rolling Leather Briefcase

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Each week Road Warriorette features a travel bag that hits all of the high notes for ladies on the road: pockets, construction, and (of course!) style. It shocked me when I realized I hadn’t featured a McKlein bag on the Bag of the Week yet. Shocked me because I love almost every single bag I’ve…

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This is why I make packing lists

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This week I am on a very busy but short overnight trip. Last night as I was starting to pack I started to make a list. Then thought, I’m only gone for one night! What could I possibly need to remember that I can’t keep in my head? To be fair, I did really well.…

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