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If you’ve been thinking that it’s time for a change of pace at your next business meeting or corporate retreat, consider holding it on a cruise ship. You may be surprised by some of the advantages.   Recent surveys indicate that the majority of Americans have never taken a cruise, so you’re likely to have…

At any given time, a number of students, professors and staff may be traveling for a class or on behalf of your higher education institution. Does your school’s risk management office have an automated way of advising them if they are traveling to a high-risk area or alerting them if an extreme weather event or…

More and more higher education institutions are searching for ways to control costs and drive savings in their budgets due to the challenges posed by decreased state funding, students’ price sensitivity and the net zero revenues from increased tuition costs coupled with tuition discounting. Often overlooked, but not for a lack of savings potential, is…

The findings of a travel policy audit can come as a surprise to many companies. Outdated per diems, preferred suppliers that no longer make sense for the company’s travel patterns, and minimal or non-existent duty-of-care plans are just a few of the findings that can raise concerns. It’s common for travel policies to be written…

Has your organization considered what its duty of care obligation is to its employees that are traveling on behalf of the company? Hopefully so, but if not, there’s no time like the present. With the seemingly endless barrage of incidents (terrorism, extreme weather, crime, etc.) being reported from all corners of the earth, it’s wise…

Plan Now for a Winter Vacation

Although it’s still warm out, it’s not too early to start planning a vacation for the winter holidays. The period between Thanksgiving and the first of the New Year is one of the few times when the whole family can take a trip together. Children are out of school, some offices shut down or are…

Anyone who enjoys taking in spectacular scenery or prefers to leave the driving to someone else will enjoy a journey through the Canadian Rockies aboard the luxurious Rocky Mountaineer.   The rail-tour company, in operation since 1990, offers passengers a choice of four routes. You can start in Vancouver or Seattle, depending on the route,…

1. Plan to be active: Pack comfortable shoes, sunscreen, and breathable clothes (as temps can vary) 2. Photography: Take a good camera as you never know when wildlife will present itself 3. Take advantage of onboard entertainment: If on a cruise, enjoy the onboard naturalists, BBC Earth and America’s Test Kitchen to name a few 4. Don’t…

What do you do if you don’t have your own personal or corporate card and you’re booking a hotel? If you’re traveling with a co-worker or manager and they are going to provide their credit card to the hotel at time of check-in, no problem.  However, if your hotel reservation is being guaranteed with another…

While the safety of all of your employees traveling for business is of the utmost importance and should be addressed in your duty of care plan, some extra thought should be given to the additional dangers that women may encounter when on the road. Communicating this to your female travelers along with recommendations for managing…

When deciding on the right travel management company (TMC) to partner with, companies usually begin by assessing their needs and hope to find a travel management company that will be able to address those areas. Better reporting, analytics, travel risk management and online booking capabilities are common requirements. Companies usually end up with a pool…

“Voluntourism” Combines the Best of Two Opportunities   One of the best things about travel is the opportunity it can give you to immerse yourself in another culture. Of course part of that experience includes visiting historic sites, getting into the outdoors and trying local food and entertainment.   But another way to experience a…