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…
TSA Pre-check
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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…
Road Warriorette Weekend Express
Hey readers! Got a question or something you want to discuss this weekend? 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. Travel tip of the week: Are you…
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What was going on this time in years past? 2014 My cousin had to go on a long business trip, so I gave him so advice about packing electronics and maximizing points for a two-month stay. I addressed a reader’s question about Global Entry. Planning what to pack for a trip with two different climates…
3 things people dislike about airport security & what to do about it
Going through security at an airport can be a frustrating experience, to say the least. Travelers just want to get through as quickly as possible so they don’t miss their flight, and on a good day have time to grab a bite to eat before boarding. But no matter how badly you want to get…
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What was going on the last four weeks in years past? 2013 Being healthy during business travel is not always an easy. Here are 5 tips for healthy eating during travel. That first business trip can be stressful! Here I wrote my top tips for first time business travelers. It was pretty chilly for Texas when…
Wish list for the TSA
TSA Administrator chief John Pistole—the longest serving administrator of the agency—recently announced he’ll be stepping down at the end of this year. During his four years overseeing the agency I’ve noticed pretty steady improvements in how we go through airport security, and overall I’m relatively satisfied. There are, however, some things I would like to…
Do you have to take tablets out at security?
Do you have to take your tablets or eReaders out of your bag at security? Reader T asks… I’m going to try traveling without my laptop next week and just bring my iPad. Do I need to take it out at security? Great question! There seems to be some confusion about what exactly needs to…
Coping with stress before takeoff
Traveling is stressful, but when you add work into the mix stress can go through the roof. It often begins before you’ve even started traveling. Packing when you would rather be enjoying time with friends and family. Making sure you don’t sleep through your alarm due and miss your 5am flight. There is stress the…
5 tips for your first business trip
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…
