Business Travel Resources
One of the best preventatives for jet lag is to alleviate airline travel stress by simply being prepared with your planning. These handy business travel resources provide information for before and after airline travel, giving you peace of mind from start to finish. Remember, stress and anxiety can contribute to jet lag, so prepare accordingly with these business travel tools and relax on your flight.
Airline Travel Ticket Resources
Find the perfect seat (www.seatguru.com)
Know exactly what your seat options are for your business travel plans, including information on aisle/window availability, leg room, power ports, and much more.
Upgrade to first class (www.firstclassflyer.com)
Flying first class offers many benefits for a stress-free journey — and this site shows how it doesn’t always cost full price.
Pay the lowest price (www.farecast.com)
Take the anxiety out of high-priced tickets with Farecast’s unique airline travel ticket price analyzer.
Business Travel Preparation
Real-time airline travel information (FlightStats.com)
Arrivals, departures, delays, weather — get real-time airline travel information to know exactly what you’ll be dealing with.
World time clock (http://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/)
Crossing time zones in your business travel plan? Prepare yourself by examining the time difference between your home and your destination.
Carry-on restrictions (http://www.tsa.gov/311/index.shtm)
Unsure of what can go on as carry-on? Prepare in advance by reading about what’s permitted and what’s prohibited. Note: FlyRight’s 2 oz. bottle size is less than the 3 oz. maximum allowed by the TSA.
Currency converter (http://www.xe.com/)
If your business travel plans take you abroad, check out the current exchange rate to figure out your budget.
Foreign language translator (http://www.google.com/language_tools?hl=en)
Google’s powerful translation service makes any business travel to a foreign country just a little easier.
New passport regulations (http://travel.state.gov/travel/cbpmc/cbpmc_2223.html)
Passport regulations have changed for American citizens with international business travel plans. Stay up to date with the latest guidelines and policies.
Worldwide conference directory (http://www.allconferences.com/)
Looking to network in your industry or learn more about a particular topic? This site lists conferences in business, marketing, tech, and much more, all over the world.
Worldwide business customs and etiquette (http://www.executiveplanet.com/index.php?title=Main_Page)
For those on business travel to a foreign country, it’s critical to understand each country’s customs and business etiquette. This guide offers tips and guidelines for a number of countries.
After You Land
Limousine services (http://www.kalacor.com)
Get chauffeured to and from your business travel destination with executive limousine’s from one of the world’s top providers.
Concierge services (http://www.conciergeservices.com/)
Whether it’s securing a ticket to the big game while you’re in town or taking clients out to a great dinner, worldwide concierge services are never more than a phone call away.
Luxury Car Rentals (http://www.exoticcarrentaldirectory.com/directory.htm)
Ride in style wherever your business travel takes you. Find BMWs, Audis, Hummers, and much more for rent at this directory.
British Airways Jet Lag Calculator (BritishAirways.com)
Use this scientific method to adjust to new time zones quickly. Handy jet lag calculator shows you when to seek sunlight and when to avoid it.
Wi-Fi hotspot locator (JiWire.com)
Business travel doesn’t have to stop critical communication. Stay connected with this comprehensive list of wi-fi spots, sortable by price and location.
International dining guide (Zagat.com)
Find out the best place to dine wherever your personal or business travel plans take you; features searches by price, rating, and location.
Private and charter jets (http://www.bluestarjets.com/)
As part of your business travel plans or just for fun, tour the skies on a private or charter jet.
Public transportation schedules and information (HopStop.com)
Learn fare and schedule information for major metropolitan public transportation systems in the US.
Fitness & health locator (AthleticMindedTraveler.com)
Exercise is a key tool to overcoming jet lag. This handy guide offers numerous listings for gyms, pools, health spas, and much more.
ATM locaters
Get cash for your business travel plans wherever you are with a MasterCard or Visa ATM locator.
