A TUMI bag is the ultimate consulting stable – in a room full of professionals, at least one of them is bound to have a TUMI laptop bag. Backpacks are starting to become more common around women, with many sporting…
Girls Getaway to Hawaii: Oahu and Maui Itinerary
This past December, my friend Kat and I took a girl’s getaway to Hawaii to try to have some fun relaxation time at the end of the year. Kat’s parents had hotel points for us to use, so we are…
Graduation Gifts for Friends Who Love to Travel
As we approach the time for high school graduation and college graduation, many of us are on the look-out for gift ideas for our friends. If your graduating friend loves to travel, then consider some of these gift ideas. Eye…
The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe Review for Marriott Platinum Elite Members
The past few years, my husband and I have decided to travel for fun during the Thanksgiving time off rather than go home for the holidays. We always see our families again in December anyway, so we figured that we…
Formula 1: Austin Group Trip Itinerary
This past October, a group of our friends from Ohio made a trip down to Austin, Texas to explore the city and watch the Formula 1 race at the Circuit of the Americas! Circuit of the Americas is actually the…
Tips for Hosting a Large Conference Call
When hosting a conference call, I almost always think of the conference call bingo card: If you have to participate on conference calls for work, I guarantee that you will hit many of the spots above. If you are hosting…
What To Do With Your Hotel Freebies
While traveling in nice hotels, there are always great freebies for you to use. Your hotel will typically offer shampoo, conditioner, lotion, and sometimes other bonuses like mouthwash or makeup remover wipes. While traveling for work, you may be tempted…
Why You Should Rideshare Instead of Leaving Your Car at the Airport
If you are traveling by plane, you will need to find a way to get to the airport. You typically have three options: drive yourself and park at the airport, take a taxi, or have a friend drop you off….
How to Stay Connected While Traveling for Work
When you are on the road a lot for work, it can be difficult to stay connected to your friends and family at home. You essentially need to treat all of your relationships like long distance relationships, and try not…
Flying with a Cat 101: Traveling with Pets on an Airplane
Flying with a cat is not the easiest adventure. My husband and I have taken a few road trips with our cats Riley and Rusty (pictured above!), and it is always chaotic meowing for the first hour before they settle…
Gifts Ideas for Business Travelers
Are you shopping for a business traveler on your list? When your friend or family member is traveling for work, there are definitely a few gifts you can get them for the holidays that will make their frequent commutes easier….
5 Work Bags for Traveling Women
There are many work totes on the market, but not all of them will stand the test of time for traveling women. Traveling women need a work bag that will survive from the airport to the boardroom, while looking professional…