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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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: Decant your…
3 tips to get through the airport quickly
The holidays are filled with so many wonderful things—time with loved ones, delicious food, maybe a year-end bonus if you’re lucky…. But if you have to travel during these last few weeks of the year you may notice that there are a ton of extra people at the airport, many of whom don’t fly often…
Traveling through security with food for Thanksgiving.
It’s that time of year where millions fly to see family for Thanksgiving. Some of you will make the bold decision to travel with your favorite dish through security. I personally will be driving to my Thanksgiving destination so you won’t find me with a pie in the sky (or with this pie hat I…
Don’t fold your boarding pass on the bar code!
Yesterday was a very dramatic travel day, involving delayed flights, last minute connections, and dramatic sprints through the airport. It all started with an issue I’d never seen before, and wanted to share so you can avoid this in the future! At Newark the security lines were mercifully short. As I got to the Pre-check…
TSA offering $15k to help solve security lines
Apparently TSA has finally noticed that airport security lines are really long, and NBC News is reporting that they’re offering a cash reward to help solve the problem. If they choose your idea as the winner, you can get up to $5k in cash. Alas, they want suggestions a little more complicated than someone making sure…
Business travel news roundup
Here are a few of the stories that caught my eye in the last week or so…. Good info to know. When Should You Cancel Your Credit Cards? via @milmilesecrets Interesting report. What Does an Increase in Business Travel Mean for the US Economy? via @themotleyfool Yikes! Flight diverted to Midway Island over odor. via…
Another reason to bring mobile chargers on international trips
A year ago my phone died during the return trip from Manila. Due to insane delays in customs I wasn’t able to charge my phone before my connecting flight, and just assumed I would be able to charge it on the flight home. Despite recent flights on many planes with plugs, this particular flight had…
Review: EMME Toiletry Bag
On my first business trip I packed so much that I couldn’t lift my suitcase and had to pack it. I blame that in large part to the enormous toiletry kit, stuffed to the brim, that took up half of my rollaboard. After that trip I vowed that I would stay far away from the…
Business travel news roundup
Here are a few of the stories that caught my eye in the last week or so…. Here are some good tips to remember. 5 easy ways to dodge airline baggage fees.via @foxbusiness Here’s a really good luggage etiquette story. Airlines, travelers need luggage etiquette via @USATODAY Mind boggling how much airlines are making with fees.…
