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High Intensity Workouts for Travelers

Sat, 25 May 2013 10:12:37 +0000

If there's one thing that most business travelers lack, it's time. That's why a high intensity work out can be a good compromise for business travelers--you can get a full cardio and resistance workout in a limited amount of time. For the full details, read my Q&A on the 7-minute business travel workout, or consider these great business travel exercise tips.

Amtrak Downeaster to Maine

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:56:14 +0000

Now there's a new option for business travelers heading to Portland, Maine: Amtrak's Downeaster train service from Boston. Started a few years ago, Amtrak's Downeaster is one of the railroad's fastest growing routes, offering a fast and easy ride between Boston's North Station and Portland, Maine and beyond.

Business Travel to Freeport Maine

Wed, 22 May 2013 14:24:49 +0000

When you think of Maine, you probably think of lobster, rocky coasts, and L.L. Bean. But Maine can be a great place for business travel, especially if you want to hold a small meeting, workshop, or retreat. Specifically, the Harraseeket Inn in Freeport, Maine is a good choice for business travelers who want to unwind after a busy Boston business trip, or who want to arrange a conference or meeting in a charming Maine location. Read my full review of the Harraseeket Inn for all the details.

Airline Trends 2013

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 20:14:15 +0000

2013 continues to be a year of change for the business travelers and the airlines, with everything from government funding to in-flight electronics rules in flux. To help understand the implications of 2013 airline industry trends on business travelers, About.com Business Travel Guide David A. Kelly interviewed Mark Murphy, a 20-year travel media industry veteran, for the latest on business travel airline trends for 2013.

Global Business Etiquette

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:28:34 +0000

Make sure you're doing the right thing when you travel in a foreign country--make sure you have good global business etiquette.

Saving Face: Business Travel Tips for Avoiding Cultural Mistakes

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 14:06:31 +0000

If you're a business traveler about to head off on an international trip, you know you need to have the currency, power converters, and learn the time zone. But do you also realize that you have to understand the culture? If not, you might be in for some uncomfortable situations as well as the potential for a bad business meeting.

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W Hotel in New Orleans French Quarter

Mon, 15 Apr 2013 12:41:37 +0000

Heading south soon? Read Emily Saladino's full review of the W New Orleans, a stylish option for business travelers in the center of one of New Orlean's most desirable areas.

(photo credit: W Hotels)

Basking Ridge Hotels

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 11:40:15 +0000

Recently I took a business trip to New Jersey, just west of New York City, where there are plenty of large, corporate headquarters. If you're heading outside of New York City for a business meeting, consider reading my full review of the Olde Mill Inn in Basking Ridge, New Jersey.

Embassy Suites Washington D.C. Hotel

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 20:16:12 +0000

I recently traveled to Washington D.C. and had the opportunity to stay in the Embassy Suites Hotel at the Chevy Chase Pavilion. Read my full review of the Embassy Suites Hotel at Chevy Chase Pavilion.

What's the IATA?

Mon, 18 Mar 2013 16:06:32 +0000

Just a quick entry today--the IATA. Somewhere along the line business travelers probably have seen the acronym IATA. Read the latest business travel IATA glossary entry to find out what it means!