The FBI and local authorities of major cities are warning everyone to be extra vigilant about suspicious activity right now. In light of the recently uncovered terror plot, places like stadiums, hotels, planes and subway stations are on alert. As a business travelers, we can't generally avoid those hot spots, which is why I've rounded up my best safety information:

• Safety Tips for Women

• How to Pack a First Aid Kit
• Airline Safety Tips
• 3-1-1 Rule for Carry-on Liquids

Continental Airlines announced on September 17th, 2009, that it will be making some changes to its frequent flier program, OnePass, on October 27th (when it joins the Star Alliance). One of the changes is a new $75 fee for reward tickets booked within 21 days of travel. To see the complete list of OnePass changes, visit the Continental Airlines website.

As of September 15, 2009, American Airlines will be collecting secure flight data from all passengers in order to comply with new regulations from the TSA. From now on, whether booking online or through an agent, passengers will be required to supply the precise spelling of their name (as it appears on your government id), birth date and gender. AAdvantage members are encouraged to update their online profiles to reflect this new data.

The end of a business trip is always my favorite part - until I look at the pile of unorganized receipts I have accumulated and realize that sorting through them is the only way to get reimbursed. If you are like me and need help organizing your business expenses (I'd like back the thousands of dollars I know I've lost over the years due to my disorganization), the NeatReceipts scanner may be a step in the right direction. This relatively mobile device can eliminate piles of crumpled receipts from your briefcase for good, keeping you organized and, perhaps, even motivating you to get your expenses in on time (a new found resolution for me after dealing with a pile of papers at tax time!).