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What are your thoughts on flying while seated backwards?

a diagram of a plane

In a month I am heading to India for the first time. Expect to hear a lot about it as I work through the logistics of a week-long trip, with 60 total hours of travel time. While the idea of spending 30 hours in transit one-way is, at the very least, overwhelming, I am extremely…

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Tips for managing a long business trip

The most common length of time for a business trip is three to four days. But what happens when you are gone for longer periods of time? It requires a lot more planning and strategy, that’s for sure! One or even two month business trips are becoming more and more common. Here are a few…

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Two-month business trip: electronics and points

a small white and silver speaker

Last week I wrote the first post for my cousin who is going on a two-month business trip. Quick recap: he will be in the same location, at an extended-stay hotel. The first post was about packing, this time I’ll focus on electronics and points. Electronics. There are certain electronics that every person needs, especially…

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Two-month business trip

a black suitcase with wheels

In a few weeks my cousin is leaving for two months of training at a new job. On a personal note, I’m super sad because we hang out all the time. He is one of my husband’s best friends and my baby’s favorite person. All of that aside, I am super excited that he has…

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Tips for keeping your clothes fresh

a pile of clothes in a suitcase

Last week I wrote a post about a ten piece business travel capsule wardrobe, and how it would be plenty of items for two weeks. In the comments I got a question about how I keep my clothes fresh when I rewear them during a trip. Here are some of my tricks: Don’t lounge in…

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Packing for a Long Conference: The Results (Everything Else)

As I mentioned a few weeks ago, when you’re packing for two weeks, clothes are really only half the battle. I definitely brought too many clothes, but how did I do on everything else? Uh, I brought too much. The problem: when you’re away from home for so long, you get stuck in the, “But,…

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