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5 Travel Tips for Your Next Business Trip

Posted May 23 12

Need to sharpen up your road-warrior weapons? Here are five new must-have items for the well-equipped, well-prepared, modern business traveler. Continue

Is Air Travel Actually Getting Better?

Posted May 16 12

Believe it or not, the experience of getting on an airplane shows signs of improvement—more flights are on time, fewer bags are getting lost, and not as many passengers are being bumped. Continue

You Talkin' to Me?

Posted May 09 12

Don't get him wrong. The man in Seat 2B really enjoys communicating with business travelers. But engaging with some commentors to his column? Not so much. Continue

Worst. Airline. Ever. Again.

Posted May 02 12

Two years after United Airlines merged with Continental, passengers, employee unions, and even United executives are in revolt. It's time to hand out the dishonor one more time. Continue

Airport 2012: What's Hot on the Runways

Posted Apr 25 12

Berlin is getting a brand-new one. Atlanta and Las Vegas are getting additions to theirs. And New York is seeing a changing of the guard. We're talking about airports, and road warriors should get ready for some big changes. Continue

A Passenger's Rx for the Airlines

Posted Apr 18 12

Every frequent air traveler dreads heading to the airport. But what can airlines do to make for happier road warriors? Here are six ideas to ease the pain—if only airline executives would listen. Continue

How to Be a Frugal Road Warrior

Posted Apr 11 12

Every time oil prices rise, entrepreneurs and business owners look warily at travel budgets. But fear not, trimming your T&E is as simple as making a few small adjustments to create a big impact on your bottom line. Continue

The Loyalty Miles Race

Posted Apr 04 12

With United struggling to serve its loyal customer base, other airlines are clamoring for a piece of their elite flyers. But road warriors considering taking off with a new rewards manifest should check out our pros and cons.  Continue

Time to Plan for Summer Travel

Posted Mar 28 12

A rough winter for the airline and hotel industries means a nice thaw for travelers: vacation deals late into the season. Even for those who haven't yet booked their summer destinations, now is an ideal time to get in on some bargains. Continue

The Road Warrior's Best Friend:
A Great Credit Card

Posted Mar 21 12

The big three credit-card providers—Chase, American Express, and Citigroup—are offering new sky-high benefits in an attempt to put more business travelers in their pocket. And you are the one who really stands to gain. Here's how.  Continue

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