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. A business travel purse that maintains its shape when full of gear is not as common as you would think. Just one of the things I love about the Lodis…
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Cell phones in the aisle
Recently I was boarding a flight to Boston when I noticed something pretty annoying. The lady in front of me was talking on her cell phone (loudly) while walking down the aisle boarding our flight. I could tell she was completely distracted while pulling her luggage down the aisle as she bumped into at least…
5 tips for your first business trip
Travel bag of the week: Hobo Venice Morena Tote
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. Hobo is one of my favorite brands, for good reason. They make high-quality, useful, beautiful bags and wallets. My beloved orange wallet is a Hobo, and both of my…
Results: Best carry-on luggage brands
A few weeks ago we asked readers what the best carry-on luggage brand is. Honestly, I was pretty surprised by the results. My favorite brands (Victorinox and Briggs and Riley) barely got mentioned, and the pricey Tumi was the clear favorite. Here are all of the results: Tumi 17 votes Samsonite 7 votes Delsey 6 votes Honorable…
Preparing for your First International Business Trip: Carry-on
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…
Travel etiquette tip: Don’t stop in the middle of the jetbridge
You know how it is. Your flight has been delayed, but you’ve finally landed at your destination and you’re anxious to get off the plane. Impatiently, you wait for the seats ahead of you to clear. Once it’s your turn, you grab your suitcase out of the overhead bin and dash for the door. But…
A few ways to slow down
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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Posts from the past
What was going on this week in years past? 2013 A couple of suggestions for those riding on airport trains. I had an unfortunately forgetful trip. 2012 I reflect on my packing success and failure for a long conference. I interview Cynthia Good of Little PINK Book