When traveling for business, sometimes you just need a day to yourself, especially when visiting a major tourist city like London. But whether you’re in London for business or pleasure, you will definitely want to plan out all the sights to see and places to experience in this iconic city before you arrive. With endless […]
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Are Serviced Apartments or Hotels More Cost Effective for Corporate Travel?
Corporate travel is a balancing act between cost effectiveness and results. Whilst a business trip can be a great motivator and perk for employees, managing costs is essential to protect your ROI. There a several elements of a business trip that need booking in advance, from accommodation to travel and transport. Corporate accommodation is often […]
What Will Post-COVID Travel Look Like?
It’s hard to think of another sector that’s been impacted as badly by COVID-19. The headline-grabbing outbreak on the cruise ship Diamond Princess set things off to a bad start for travel stocks, and as borders closed and cities locked down, some people predicted the demise of the travel industry entirely. But thankfully, the travel […]
Should You Restart Business Travel?
We all know the story too well by now: when the world shut down more than a year ago, we had to get creative when it came to day-to-day business operations. Given the spread of the coronavirus via aerosol droplets, face-to-face meetings were one of the first activities halted — even though more than three-quarters […]
How Hostels Are Adapting To The New Normal
The so-called New Normal hasn’t done any favors to many industries outside of the hand-sanitizer and food delivery ones. The travel industry has (somewhat understandably, given the crisis) taken some of the biggest hits, with lodging being no exception. Staggering numbers surround the hotel and hostel field, with an estimated $400 million in room revenue […]
What Businesses Need to Know About Travel Insurance After the Pandemic
Traveling is riskier than ever, and so businesses and workers are turning to travel insurance to attempt to cover the cost. But while travel insurance has seemingly become more important, some travelers are shocked to discover that their insurance will not cover expected expenses, particularly anything related to COVID-19. The New York Times in June […]
Coronavirus: How is It Disrupting Your Industry?
If you’ve watched the news at all in 2020, you’re probably at least a little concerned about the coronavirus. The first case of the virus was in Wuhan, China. Since then, it’s spread to many countries, including the United States. Photo by Macau Photo Agency on Unsplash For most people, the main thing they’re concerned about is catching […]
Build a Business Based on Your Love of Travel
The idea of building a business based on a passion appeals to many. If you have something that already drives you to want to do more, it can be a great way to push yourself in business. Travel lovers often want to explore the idea of using their passion to build a business, especially if […]
An Expert Convention Packing List: How to Travel Like a Pro
Got a trade show or conference coming up? Whether it’s your first or five hundred and first, planning ahead and being prepared are key to getting the most of your experience. This is why the QBO Connector group held a webinar focused on those final details that go into preparing for a conference. In this […]
The Best and Worst of Air Travel for Entrepreneurs
Every entrepreneur gets to the point where flying is absolutely necessary. There’s a conference to attend or an out-of-state client to meet, and suddenly Hipmunk and Kayak are getting workouts as you book some business travel. But before booking a flight, it’s important to know which airlines—yes, airlines—will provide a comfortable, energizing experience that includes […]
