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WHAT EVERY BUSINESS TRAVELER SHOULD DO AFTER BOOKING A FLIGHT

Cassie Sclafani | November 5, 2019

Flying by the seat of your pants is no way to approach business travel. If you want to avoid...

How to Communicate Travel Policy Change in the Age of Generational Diversity

Cassie Sclafani | May 20, 2019

The travel industry is changing at a rapid pace. Each day it feels like there are new developments...

Airline Change Fees: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

Cassie Sclafani | May 5, 2019

A final report from the Obama administration’s National Economic Council (NEC) documented the steep...

Your Checklist: Making Your International Trip a Success

Cassie Sclafani | November 14, 2018

Your company just invested $16,000 in your full, unrestricted first-class fare to China. In...

Duty of Care and Travel Risk Management: 9 Tips for Best Practices

Cassie Sclafani | October 10, 2018

Guest post with contributions by our own Janet Conlon – Account Manager

Tired of the Same Old Travel Management Options? [WEBINAR]

Cassie Sclafani | July 4, 2018

Frustrated by your current travel management solution? Tired of an outdated solution with sub par...

Let’s Talk Talc: New TSA Rules on Packing Powder

Cassie Sclafani | June 26, 2018

We get it. A little talc on the toes goes a long way towards comfort when your FitBit says you’re...

8 Tips For Going Green While Traveling

Cassie Sclafani | May 1, 2018

Grappling with the logistics of green travel? Traveling green has never been easier, thanks to the...

Booking Hotels for Non-Employees? Here’s What You Need to Know

Cassie Sclafani | April 24, 2018

Guest post with contributions by our own Liz Gnat – Account Manager

Making a Travel Budget for Your New Business

Cassie Sclafani | April 17, 2018

When you’re just starting out in business, it’s important to set a budget and stick to it as...

Rental Car Insurance: To Buy or Not to Buy? What You Need to Know

Cassie Sclafani | March 6, 2018

It is nearly impossible these days to purchase anything without some form of extended warranty or...

Millennials: Their Place in the Business Travel Landscape

Cassie Sclafani | February 7, 2018

It’s important as an employer to understand the needs of employees. Naturally, the unique demands...

In the Digital Age, Why Face-to-Face Meetings Still Matter

Cassie Sclafani | January 30, 2018

On March 10, 1876, the world began an irreversible shrinking process. On that day, Alexander Graham...

The ABC’s of IDP’s (International Driving Permits)

Cassie Sclafani | January 23, 2018

When traveling internationally, there is only so much time to cram in all that you want to see and...

Your Complete Breakdown of TMC Pricing

Cassie Sclafani | January 9, 2018

The decision of whether or not to use a travel management company (TMC) for corporate travel is one...

Secrets To Selecting the Best Seats

Cassie Sclafani | December 11, 2017

Sometimes, choosing your seat for business travel can feel like a shot in the dark. Fortunately, if...

The “But We Have a Contract” Dilemma

Cassie Sclafani | December 7, 2017

Guest post by our own Jim Wasson – Director, Business Development

The Future of Hotel Security

Cassie Sclafani | October 23, 2017

With the events in Las Vegas, the big (and big is an understatement) question is “what now” with...

How to Handle a Travel Crisis: What You Need to Know

Cassie Sclafani | October 18, 2017

There’s little doubt that business travel can be fraught with minor frustrations and occasional...

A Look Into the Changing Business Travel Landscape

Cassie Sclafani | September 27, 2017

There was once a time when business travel meant you booked a flight, arranged a cab (or limo) and...

What Smart Companies Are Doing About Emergency Travel Policies

Cassie Sclafani | September 25, 2017

In June, NOAA.gov proclaimed this 2017 hurricane season would incur 11 to 17 named storms, which is...

Regional vs. Global Travel Management Companies: Which is Better?

Cassie Sclafani | September 11, 2017

Our world is shrinking. Technology advancements continue improving the relative ease with which...

Corporate Travel Risk Management – Keeping up with Constant Change

Cassie Sclafani | August 7, 2017

The new “normal” is expecting the unexpected. Random terror attacks, civil unrest, natural and...

Airlines and Airports Making Big Summer Changes: How Will They Affect Your Travel Plans?

Cassie Sclafani | June 19, 2017

Just in time for the summer travel season, many of the major airlines and airports are making some...

Traveling Abroad? Make Sure the Travel “Bug” Is the Only One You Return With

Cassie Sclafani | June 7, 2017

International travel is an exotic crash course in human relations. There is simply no substitute...

The New AmTrav is Here

Cassie Sclafani | June 5, 2017

Here at AmTrav, our goal is to make business travel easier. We believe in keeping a close eye on...

Four Things To Know About Information Security Before Selecting a TMC

Cassie Sclafani | May 29, 2017

Travel — both domestic and overseas — goes hand in hand with modern-day business life. However,...

The Pros and Cons of a Heavily Managed Travel Program

Cassie Sclafani | May 22, 2017

The goals spelled out in the 2017 plan may have seemed lofty, but as the second quarter draws to a...

Three and Six Month Passport Validity Rules: What You Need to Know

Cassie Sclafani | May 10, 2017

We all know that a valid passport is a requirement of international travel. In fact, post 9-11,...

United Takes a New Approach to Lure Travelers Back to the “Friendly Skies”

Cassie Sclafani | April 27, 2017

United Airlines CEO Oscar Munoz emerged from the rubble that resulted from an intense social media...

Is It Time to Consider a Corporate Travel Management Company?

Cassie Sclafani | April 24, 2017

As a company grows, so does its corporate reach. Doing business within ever-increasing geographic...

Refundable v. Non-Refundable Tickets: When Do They Make Sense?

Cassie Sclafani | April 19, 2017

As the top salesperson in your firm, you’ve finally received a call back from a big prospect in...

Overbooked Flights: What Are Your Rights, Anyhow?

Cassie Sclafani | April 17, 2017

A recent viral video has been raising many questions about travelers’ rights on overbooked flights....

Managed vs. Unmanaged Travel

Cassie Sclafani | April 5, 2017

Business travel is a pricey cost of doing business, so it’s important to enter into financial...

LAX: The Mess You’ll Want to Miss

Cassie Sclafani | April 3, 2017

When it comes to travel for either business or leisure, you know that even the slightest wrinkle...

Potential Elimination of U.S. Visa Waiver to Europe: What are the Implications?

Cassie Sclafani | March 27, 2017

On March 2^nd of this year, the European Parliament voted to pass a non-binding motion that would...

U.S. Limits Electronic Devices on Carriers from Several Middle East Countries

Cassie Sclafani | March 20, 2017

Early this morning, the US Department of Homeland Security put out a memo hitting Middle Eastern...

How To Create the Best Travel Policies for Your Company

Cassie Sclafani | March 6, 2017

Creating a successful travel and expense policy for your company is important since it’s likely...

Business Travel Insurance: Who Needs It? You Might

Cassie Sclafani | March 1, 2017

Travel insurance: otherwise known as the little box at the bottom of a booking page that you...

Business Travel Management Reporting: Best Practices You Need to Know Now

Cassie Sclafani | February 15, 2017

If you’ve recently been placed in charge of your company’s travel management, you know...

5 Advantages of Using An Agency To Book Your Air Travel

Cassie Sclafani | February 8, 2017

It may be tempting to book your company’s travel on your own – without the services of a business...

Is Your Current Travel Policy Really Working?

Cassie Sclafani | January 23, 2017

Simply put, you need to have solid data in order to properly manage and evaluate the success — or...

What You Don't Know - But Should - About Unused Airline Tickets

Cassie Sclafani | January 18, 2017

When you book a business flight — whether individually or through a business travel agency — the...

Implementing a New Travel Solution? Avoid These 5 Major Mistakes

Cassie Sclafani | January 15, 2017

You’re tasked with the responsibility of overseeing company travel, knowing there may come a time...

Do I Need to Hire a Consultant to Help Select a Travel Management Company?

Cassie Sclafani | January 5, 2017

Hiring a travel management company (TMC) is an important decision because who you choose can have a...

5 Expert Tips To Improve Travel Policy Compliance

Cassie Sclafani | December 12, 2016

Travel is a large part of a company’s allocated budgetary expense. Therefore, making sure your...

TOP 5 WAYS TO SAVE MONEY WITH A TRAVEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY

Cassie Sclafani | December 5, 2016

Like it or not, business travel is a cost of doing business — and a substantial one at that....

Winter is Coming: What the Colder Weather Could Mean for Your Travel Plans

Cassie Sclafani | November 30, 2016

Depending on what region of the country you live in, you might take a glance up at your window...

IS YOUR TRAVEL MANAGEMENT COMPANY THE RIGHT ONE?

Cassie Sclafani | November 27, 2016

Many smart businesses work with a professional travel management company to save time, money, and...

What You Should Be Asking About Your TMC’s Reporting Capabilities

Cassie Sclafani | October 6, 2016

Among a company’s greatest expenditures, travel and related expenses top the list. So, with little...

Five Questions You Should Be Asking About Account Management Support

Cassie Sclafani | October 4, 2016

A great business travel agency provides intuitive, easy-to-use products and services that are...

Top 5 Things You Should Ask About a TMC’s Call Center Support

Cassie Sclafani | October 4, 2016

When it comes to choosing the right business travel agency, not all are created equal. A business...

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