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Blackout Dates and Corporate Rates

2012-05-09T15:22:58Z

Nobody likes being turned down. Especially business travelers who want to use hotel or airline rewards, or corporate travelers trying to obtain a negotiated rate at a hotel. Unfortunately, that's where blackout dates come in. They specify which time periods that certain rates or rewards (or even baggage or cargo options) aren't available.

Blackout Dates and Corporate Rates originally appeared on About.com Business Travel on Wednesday, May 9th, 2012 at 15:22:58.

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TSA Overview

2012-05-09T14:45:00Z

If you're heading out on a flight soon, you'll be encountering the TSA in one way or another. For a quick overview of exactly what the TSA is, and what they're in charge of, consult our new TSA overview page.

TSA Overview originally appeared on About.com Business Travel on Wednesday, May 9th, 2012 at 14:45:00.

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Las Vegas Options

2012-05-09T14:17:56Z

There's plenty of business that happens in Las Vegas--or at least conventions. Next time you're there, consider adding on a few days before or after to take advantage of the incredible country around the city.

One great destination is the Red Mountain Resort & Spa in nearby Utah. (photo: Alice Lesch Kelly)

Las Vegas Options originally appeared on About.com Business Travel on Wednesday, May 9th, 2012 at 14:17:56.

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Putting the Fun in Business Travel

2012-04-24T10:23:48Z

Business travel doesn't just have to be about business, although, of course, that's the main reason you're on the road. Business trips are a great time to take a few minutes or an extra day and go beyond the business day. In her recent article, business travel expert and Guest Author Michell Haase outlines a number of ways to put the fun back into business travel.

Putting the Fun in Business Travel originally appeared on About.com Business Travel on Tuesday, April 24th, 2012 at 10:23:48.

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Traveling with Disabilities

2012-04-24T09:56:37Z

Business travel can be hard enough as it is. But for people with any type of disability, it can be even harder. That's why About.com's Business Travel Guest Author and disability travel expert Michell Haase has outline some tips for business travel with a a disability.

Traveling with Disabilities originally appeared on About.com Business Travel on Tuesday, April 24th, 2012 at 09:56:37.

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Reducing Mobil Data Costs

2012-04-19T16:42:40Z

Unless you're paying attention, it can be easy to burn through lots of cash when it comes to mobile data roaming. Business travelers need to learn to turn off their mobile data roaming capabilities on their cell phones or laptops, or consider alternatives. A recent article by Business Travel guest author Christian Gunning provides business travelers with helpful tips on reducing mobile data charges. You may also want to consider these money-saving tips for traveling with your cell phone.

Reducing Mobil Data Costs originally appeared on About.com Business Travel on Thursday, April 19th, 2012 at 16:42:40.

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Staying Healthy on the Road

2012-04-19T16:37:26Z

Sometimes it's hard to stay healthy on the road, from bad meal choices to long flights to no time to exercise. That's why one of our guest authors, Tom DiAngelis, has outlined some great tips for staying healthy on the road. Tom is President of the Private Practice Section of the American Physical Therapy Association, so he knows what he's talking about.

Of course, if trying to stay healthy doesn't work, here are some tips for what to do when you get sick while traveling.

Staying Healthy on the Road originally appeared on About.com Business Travel on Thursday, April 19th, 2012 at 16:37:26.

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Do You Need Business Travel Insurance?

2012-04-10T15:30:37Z

Most business travelers don't really think about purchasing travel insurance, which is often seen as something that people going on cruises or taking large, European vacations purchase. But there are definitely some reasons why business travelers might want to think again. My recent interview with a travel insurance expert provides the details.

Do You Need Business Travel Insurance? originally appeared on About.com Business Travel on Tuesday, April 10th, 2012 at 15:30:37.

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Airline Terms

2012-03-07T16:53:07Z

A quick round up of a couple new business travel terms. It's something you've probably heard a lot. After boarding a plane and taking off, the pilot usually comes on the loudspeaker to give some announcements. One of them is usually about Actual Flying Time.

But while you're listening, you might be stuck in bulkhead seats. Is that at good thing, or a bad thing? It depends....

Airline Terms originally appeared on About.com Business Travel on Wednesday, March 7th, 2012 at 16:53:07.

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Technology Travel Tips

2012-03-07T15:06:51Z

Sometimes it's hard to keep your electronics safe while traveling.

That's why I've pulled together a short list of technology tips for business travelers. You don' t want to accidentally wipe that SD memory card clean before you do your big presentation!

Technology Travel Tips originally appeared on About.com Business Travel on Wednesday, March 7th, 2012 at 15:06:51.

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