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How to Pack for a Summer Conference

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Last week I attended my first conference of the season. For some reason, figuring out what to pack for these three and four day events causes me headaches for the weeks leading up. Sometimes it’s hard to know the level of formality until you get there, and events are often added at the last minute.…

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Travel bag of the week: Crocodile Print Computer Handbag

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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. Sometimes a girl just wants a pretty bag that doesn’t cost too much. I am in love with the bright blue color of this Crocodile Print Computer Handbag by…

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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….  As Airlines Crack Down, You Can Rack Up Your Frequent Flier Miles, George Clooney-Style.  via @YahooTravel I would agree. Battle of Bags: Fliers Complain Over ‘Arbitrary’ Carry-On Rules. via @NBCNews Interesting video on helping feet while traveling. Out…

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Posts from the past

What was going on this week in years past? 2013 A gentleman in the Admiral’s Club overshares, by a lot. It was uncomfortable. After a trip to Manila I wrote about what I keep in my long flight comfort bag. 2012 A New York Times story on elites losing perks lead me to write my…

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Top 5 tips for surviving a conference

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Conferences. Whether you are going for work, for fun, or something in between—they are a part of life. But for better or for worse, it’s not like a regular day in the office! You’ll likely be walking plenty, in a huge room with tons of people, in a climate you can’t control. The food will…

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Travel bag of the week: Solo Classic Collection CheckFast Rolling Case

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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. If you need a bag for laptop and files, this rolling CheckFast briefcase from Solo is genius. The fact that it’s gorgeous is certainly a good start, but what…

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What to keep packed and ready?

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If your job requires that you be prepared to leave for a business trip with short notice, what do you need to have ready? Reader J asks…. In my new job I have to be ready to leave town within four hours. It could be a weekend, and I may or may not be at…

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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….  Something to consider.  Getting Extra Legroom Seats on United for Your Whole Family.  via @mommy_points How convenient. Hungover?  Vegas airport medical clinic can help you feel like aces.  via @cnbc Makes sense.  Frequent fliers prefer airline websites. via…

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