Finding Wi-Fi
Thursday April 30, 2009
I'll be happy when Boingo takes over the world and I won't have to sign up for another $9.99 day pass for wireless service I access for 30 minutes. I'm ... Read More
Swine Flu and Business Travel
Tuesday April 28, 2009
I was in China during the SARS outbreak, so I'm in no rush to have another run-in with a potential pandemic. And while I don't do any business in Mexico, ... Read More
I've Got the Power
Friday April 24, 2009
Ah, the glamorous life of a business traveler: security lines, delays, cancellations, that know-it-all sitting next to you on the plane. My personal favorite, however, is the dreaded beeping sound ... Read More
10 Days, One Carry-On Bag
Friday April 24, 2009
It only took being separated from my luggage a few times to learn that carry-on is the only way to travel. I generally keep a bag packed with my ... Read More
Ride these Amtrak Deals
Wednesday April 22, 2009
The Acela trains (Amtrak's high-speed rail option) are known for being as pricey as they are fast. Through June 26th, however Amtrak is offering a 25% reduction on some of ... Read More
Delta's New Baggage Fee
Tuesday April 21, 2009
Most airlines permit all passengers - not just elite fliers - to check two bags for international flights. As of today, however, Delta will be assessing a $50 fee for ... Read More
Business Travel to London
Monday April 20, 2009
On my last trip to London, I learned that 1) London Bridge is not actually a bridge (it's a ship) and 2) Heathrow Airport is a nightmare. Actually, I've known ... Read More
Southwest Skies Gloomy
Friday April 17, 2009
Longtime profitable Southwest Airlines, which had managed to make money every year since 1991, announced a huge 1st Q. loss (to the tune of $91 million) on April 16th, 2009. ... Read More
Extra Fees for Extra Weight - Right or Wrong?
Wednesday April 15, 2009
A number of airlines have policies in place stating that passengers who cannot fit into a seat with the armrest down must buy an additional seat, but United Airlines went ... Read More
Are You Getting Car Rental Rewards?
Tuesday April 14, 2009
Remember that Seinfeld episode where Jerry and Elaine hit the car rental desk, only to find out that, despite having a reservation, there is no car available? The funny thing ... Read More
Business Travel Tax Deductions
Friday April 10, 2009
For those of you who have been putting off doing your taxes until the last minute, that time is here! With tax day fast approaching, I've put together a few ... Read More
Where to Buy Business Luggage
Wednesday April 8, 2009
I'm a no-frills kind of guy when it comes to my carry-on luggage - if it fits in the overhead, and can stand up to my insane travel schedule, I'm ... Read More
Southwest to Fly to LaGuardia
Tuesday April 7, 2009
Southwest Airlines announced today that it will begin service at New York's LaGuardia airport beginning on June 28th, 2009. Five non-stop flights between Chicago Midway and three non-stop flights between ... Read More
Business Travel to China
Monday April 6, 2009
With a few less employees in my office these days, the responsibility of securing a business travel visa for an upcoming trip to China fell on my own shoulders. Right ... Read More
American's International Travel Rewards
Thursday April 2, 2009
Until June 30th, customers who fly American Airlines from the U.S. to the U.K. will earn 50,000 bonus miles on an eligible First Class or Business Class ticket, and 25,000 ... Read More
