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What was going on this time in years past? 2014 We discuss all the mysteries of Southwest boarding passes. While prepping for my next big trip I share my favorite 5 ways to be comfortable on an international flight. My own personal experience shows that it pays to know your credit card rewards! Should alcohol be…

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10 Piece Spring Business Travel Wardrobe

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Hooray spring!! After what felt like a never ending winter I am so incredibly ready for warm weather outside, and color and patterns in my wardrobe. For spring, I put together 10 essential pieces. These are very different from a winter wardrobe! That one was very focused on pants, where this capsule wardrobe is more…

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What was going on this time in years past? 2014 Please, for the love of all things, keep your phone conversations out of the loo. Travel etiquette tip: Don’t talk on your phone in a public restroom. Clutzy? Prone to spills? I feel you. Protect your keyboard! We discussed how people feel about kids watching videos without…

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What was going on this time in years past? 2014 Planning a vacation on the tail end of a work trip? Here is a packing list with pieces that will do double-duty. Packing for business and fun on the same trip It’s not always easy, but it’s really important to be able to lift your…

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When not to pack something

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While packing for a business trip one of the first things I ask is, is it worth it? There are plenty of items I would love to take on trips, but end up getting crossed off the list because it’s not worth the effort involved to bring it along.  Certain clothes are usually the first…

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What should I pack for an overnight business trip?

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What’s the best way to pack for an overnight business trip? Reader J asks…. I’ve been following your blog for a while now even though I don’t usually travel for work.  I find your travel tips very helpful in general. I’m traveling this Wednesday (Oct 1) for an overnight conference. I fly on Wed afternoon and will…

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What was going on this week in years past? 2013 Packing for a long business trip can be overwhelming.  Here’s what I pack for a two week business trip.  Here are two travel etiquette reminders that I wish everyone would follow. Winter will be here before you know it.  Here are the winter packing essentials…

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5 tips for your first business trip

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The first business trip can be stressful! What to pack? What to wear? How do I get through security? Here is a quick list of my top five tips for your first business trip. Pack smart. It’s tempting, but I promise you don’t need separate outfits for each day! For a week-long trip bring two…

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What was going on this week in years past? 2013 A pregnant friend of mine had a special experience with the TSA. After an awkward encounter I gave some tips on how to get in and out of the window seat. Packing isn’t always easy when it’s so hot, so I shared my packing list…

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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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