Business Travel Tips For Flying During The Coronavirus Outbreak As a frequent flyer, I do between one to four trips each month. I’ve become a bit of a germaphobe over the years, and lately, it seems like every piece of news out there is specifically written to make you wanna stay home. While the most conservative approach would be to stay home as much as possible, that’s not a realistic option for everyone (myself included). Nor is living in fear *ever* a better strategy than educating yourself, living wisely, and making cautious choices. So when everyone started getting excited about ..read more

Is it possible to actually sleep on a plane? Between crying babies, uncomfortable seats and the inability to lay down, sleeping on an airplane can be challenging. Whether you have a late night flight home or a red-eye to see a client, there is nothing more frustrating than feeling tired and not being able to get comfortable enough to sleep. The good news is that you can increase your chances of falling asleep during your next flight by planning ahead, packing some in-flight sleep essentials, setting up your seat area for sleep, and finding the best sleeping position for yourself. There are so ..read more

Is traveling to Cuba for business even possible for Americans? If you are confused about how recent travel restrictions impact American’s traveling to Cuba for business, you are not alone. In 2019, American cruise ships were banned from going to Cuba, among other travel restrictions. Despite the changes in restrictions, Americans can still travel to Cuba if they are in one of the twelve categories that the United States has not restricted. According to the U.S. Embassy Cuba, these are the twelve categories: The 12 categories of authorized travel to Cuba are: family visits offi ..read more

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Sponsored by 3M. All opinions are 100% mine. Visual Hacking Is A Lesser Known Threat That Business Travelers Face Anytime They Work In A Public Space. Visual hacking is an increasing threat to anyone working in a pubic space. Business travelers are especially vulnerable to visual hacking. Whether working on the airplane, in the airport lounge, or even on a train, anything that is on your computer screen is no longer private. If you are unfamiliar with the term visual hacking, it means someone hacking your data by visually spying on y ..read more

For business travelers with regular overseas trips, banking with an institution that’s part of the Global ATM Alliance will help to reduce ATM fees. The Global ATM Alliance is a partnership between select banks around the world that mutually reduces foreign ATM fees for its account holders. Obviously for international travelers, a perk like this is awfully enticing for opening an account at a participating bank. But what exact fees are waived, and what banks take part? We’ll answer these questions and more in this short guide.  Fees 101 Your first question is probably something along ..read more

Important Things To Plan Before You Leave For A Long-Haul Business Trip Going on any business trip typically requires a lot of logistical planning. Traveling long haul can make small details even more important. From hotel accommodations to flights, everything must be properly organized. Here are 5 things to plan and organize when going on a long-haul business trip. Transportation When determining how you will get from point A to point B, consider what class of airline ticket you will book. While the economy ticket and the business class ticket will all arrive at the same time, the e ..read more

10 Gifts Ideas for Your Jet Setting Valentine Valentine’s Day is coming soon! Forget the flowers and choose something that can travel the world. Find something special to surprise that special someone this year with our Valentine’s Day gift guide for travelers.   Matching Luggage Tags Is there anything sweeter than matching with your honey? Skip the matching tattoos and attach these matching luggage tags to your bags. Whether you are traveling together or apart, your bag will be easy to spot in baggage claim. $26, Amazon   Silk Scarf This stunning scarf features a world-map print covers ..read more

What are the benefits of a Bank of America travel rewards credit card, and is it the right credit card for you? When I studied abroad in London for a semester in college, I opened an account with Bank of America and, naturally, got suckered into obtaining their travel rewards credit card during the process. Why did studying in London prompt me to get a BOA account? Because the bank is a part of the Global ATM Alliance, meaning you can withdraw cash from, say, a Barclays in London with reduced fees. Five years later, the bank account and debit card have since been closed (sorry, BOA, it was ..read more

Mistakes to Avoid When Traveling For Work Companies spend a large portion of their annual budget on business travel. Whether you travel once a year for work or once a week, be sure to avoid the common business travel mistakes listed below during your next trip. Going Rogue When Booking Travel Most companies have formal travel policies that outline what will be reimbursed, what type of room you can book, what type of seat you can fly in and what meals will be reimbursed. Ignoring travel policies could make you responsible for expenses you had not planned on covering. Inappropriat ..read more

Unique Gift Ideas For Travelers If you are looking for the best gifts for travelers, we have found some unique gifts are all price points. Whether you are buying for your travel addicted friend, road warrior co-worker, or jet setting significant other, there is something for everyone in our travel gift guide! Portable Air Purifier The Wynd Plus Portable Air Purifier is the smartest air purifier for your personal space, such as your desk or bedside and it’s ideal and suitable for travel, especially to areas with poor air quality. This product is portable, so you can breathe eas ..read more