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Dec29
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Yesterday, we learned -- via US Airways passenger's bad example -- one of the things which we should NOT do when onboard an airplane. Today, CNN has brought us news of yet another example -- via Tobi Gutt's experience of what we should keep in mind when booking online... CHECK THE DETAILS! "A 21-year-old German tourist who wanted to visit his girlfriend in the Australian metropolis Sydney landed 13,000 kilometers (8,077 miles) away near Sidney, Montana, after mistyping his destination on a flight booking Web site." The poor guy landed in wintry Montana, wearing shorts and a t-shirt. Imagine if it was you and you had, say, the VP of your company's biggest customer waiting for you while you run around the airport in another continent?!
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Dec28
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Even if you are already on your way back home, closed a deal and think that you deserve a big pat in the back in the form of alcohol... several shots of alcohol... it still is best if you...
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Dec27
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Note that from 13 February 2007 onwards, a new baggage policy on all British Airways (LON:BAY) flights will be implemented. New allowances are, as follows:FREE CHECKED BAGGAGELong HaulFirst and Club World - 3 bags, 23kg eachWorld Traveller Plus - 2...
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Airlines in India will soon be able to offer comprehensive insurance coverage to domestic passengers in 2007. For 180 Rupees, travelers can be insured against personal accidents during the entire trip (including the time when you are on your...
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Lucky are those who can lie down flat (or even almost flat) on their backs (sides) during a long-haul flight. Chances are, they would be leaving the plane rested and ready for work. In comparison, those who had to sleep...
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Dec26
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OrbitzTLC gives customers important extras which, should something happen, could (1) save you from headaches due to cancelled booking, (2) help you avoid to pay penalties and/or, (3) warn you in advance.You do not need to join a program...
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Dec24
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I hope that all of YOU are home with your friends and family or are, at least, on your way back home (especially those who were stuck in the UK and whose flights were delayed due to the thick fog). "Happy,...
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Dec22
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Hyatt Hotels and Resorts in the USA and Canada are giving AAA/CAA members 10% off the prevailing rate. In addition, they are serving members free full breakfasts daily for up to two adults until February 28, 2007. What you need to...
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I received a nice Christmas present via e-mail today. It's Chris' account of his very own business travel nightmare.Not that it's nice that he had a bad experience. What I appreciate is that he was willing to share this interesting...
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I have been tagged by Bud Bilanich of CommonSenseGuy and CareerSuperStar, another KMM business blog site. I am supposed to reveal here Five Things Most People Don't Know About Me. It's an interesting meme which I will answer and just...
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Dec20
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New Year. New Start. New Goals. It's the best time to think of what we have accomplished in life. It's also the perfect moment when we can start to think of what else we want to do in our lives....
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Turkish Airlines will become Star Alliance's 21st member carrier.What does this mean for us, business travelers?Improved network coverage as more destinations which were previously not served by other airlines will now be covered. FYI: Turkish Airlines fly to 927 cities...
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Members of United's Mileage Plus who will be flying between Chicago/ORD and Tokyo/NRT (Tim Arai, perhaps?) would be glad to know that you will earn double miles if:you are able to get that ticket issued before the end of January...
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It was announced that Apple had an agreement with six major airlines (Air France, Continental Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Emirates and KLM) to integrate iPODs in their planes by mid-2007. iPOD-ready planes mean that travelers will soon be able to...
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Dec19
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Can't afford to check into that nice hotel which offers free WiFi? You can check-in at the cheaper hotel next door. If they don't have free WiFi, just ask for a room at the end of the hotel nearest its...
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Dec15
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You really should avoid leaving your family shortly before the holidays to do some urgent troubleshooting or have a last round of talks. Sure, your wife, parents and/or children may understand the urgency but there's a big chance that they...
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Dec14
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Apart from the stress factor, driving long distances could become dangerous if you *knock on wood* fall asleep. If your work dictates that you drive long distances (rather than fly) to visit clients and/or go back home, you might want to...
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Sponsored ReviewThe internet has brought information about almost everything at the tip of our hands. And due to this, even travel arrangements -- service which used to be only available from real live travel agents -- are now being made...
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Dec13
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Christmas is the time of giving. Why not give to those who need it the most? You do not even have to dig deep in order to make a meaningful donation. The perks of your last business trip could, say,...
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Dec12
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When doing business in Saudi Arabia, do not make future plans. For Moslems, it is bad luck to even discuss about the future because only God knows. You'd find out soon enough if you did try to make them commit...
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Airline issued credit cards can double your (miles) earning capacity. Now, the question is, with all the available airline-issued credit cards, which should you choose.Like with everything else, it is always best to look around and compare. Check the number...
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Dec11
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Christmas is a great excuse to send presents to our business partners. When done right, it could help cement a business relationship or encourage future business. To make sure that the gift we give is well-received, we should make sure...
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A Schengen visa greatly simplifies travel within Europe. With this unified visa system, one can travel within the member countries freely. At present member countries include: Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Iceland, Italy, Greece, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain...
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Joining EOS, Maxjet and Silverjet is L'Avion, France's very own All-Business Class airline. Unlike the other 3 airlines which services New York, Washington and London, L'Avion will be flying passengers to and from Paris (Orly) and New York (Newark). There...
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Dec10
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Thanks to credit and debit cards, you need not bring a ridiculous amount of cash everytime you travel. The convenience of plastic cards, however, can easily turn into a big nightmare if they fall into the wrong hands. State-of-the-art thievery...
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Dec 9
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I work in a male-dominated business and deal mostly with, obviously, men. The fact that I am female, young (well, relatively) and of Asian-descent (in some countries, this matters a lot) means that I need all the help I can...
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Dec 7
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Sponsored ReviewPersonally, I think that computers crashing is akin to houses burning. You can try to save them but sometimes, the problem is bigger than you and there is nothing that you can do but watch helplessly as everything that...
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Dec 6
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Sponsored ReviewSome are lucky to work for companies who uses a travel professional for all their business travel needs. Most, however, need to look for the best rates and make the booking themselves. Thank God for the world wide web,...
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If your work dictates that you visit countries which are known to have health and safety risks, it would in your and your company's best interest if you are insured. Travel insurances can help reduce the stress of what-ifs (or,...
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According to the latest survey by HRG, business hotel rates are soaring. And the higher the star rating a hotel has, the higher is the rate growth.Moscow leads the pack as having the most expensive average corporate hotel rates worldwide. ...
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If you do not really feel like dining out alone, you may want to check out Dinnerpoint. dinnerpoint could help lone business travelers who have no other plans for the evening. They offer a different kind of service for people...
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Dec 4
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Corporate Review Being on the road constantly can be frustrating and Murphy’s Law is always in effect. Owning a timeshare in areas to which you travel regularly could reduce the stress, and turn corporate travel into a luxury vacation....
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