The future of travel is here: get an expert's view on how increasing customization and an emphasis on delivering choice will make the air travel experience that much more pleasurable. by Robert Buckman
Get an expert's view on how four groups of influentials are shaping the future of travel. by Owen WildThe Airport of the Future
Get an expert's view on how new passenger management systems are soon to transform how you interact with your airline every step of the way. by Robert Buckman
Being away on business shouldn't mean doing away with enjoyment. It should mean doing things differently. Get an expert's tips on how to get the most out of your trip. by Owen N. Wild
Increasing competition is spurring radical changes in the travel industry. Here are five key ways in which air travel will change between now and 2020. by Owen N. Wild
Prohibition hasn't quite arrived at the airlines. But, thanks to tough new TSA rules limiting liquids in carry-ons, the easiest way to fly is dry. by Owen N. Wild
Working at the airport is nothing like working at the office, but if you can navigate the terrain the possibilities for being productive are endless. by Owen N. Wild
This edition of Transit Authority is the fourth -- and final -- installment in Fast Company's airport-by-airport Internet access guide. by Donna Williams
Travel policies aren't designed just to keep costs down. You also need to consider your team's needs, the system's ease of use, and convenient locations and schedules. by Carol Ann Salcito and Will Tate
As businesses continue to extend overseas, so must their travel management programs. Here's a six-part plan for global expansion. by Carol Ann Salcito and Will Tate
Wonder how to work your way through the security gates without a hitch? These tips and tricks will help you forgo the stress of airport security so your arrival is as easy as your departure. by Donna Williams
This edition of Transit Authority is the fifth -- and final -- in a series on the best business restaurants for select U.S. cities. This week we feature restaurants in Phoenix, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington, DC. by Donna Williams
What should you do when you need office supplies, technical assistance, and other business services while on the road? Use this handy guide to tools you can use while traveling. by Donna Williams
This edition of Transit Authority is the first installment in the airport-by-airport Internet access guide announced in the June 14, 2004, Airports of Call edition. by Donna Williams
This edition of Transit Authority is the fourth in a series on the best business restaurants for select U.S. cities. This week we feature restaurants in New York, Orlando, and Philadelphia. by Donna Williams
With gas costing more than $2 a gallon now, I have felt an almost Pavlovian desire, no doubt originating from my 1970's childhood, to explore all things energy efficient. by Donna Williams
Few business travelers are happy about having their Internet umbilical cord cut at the airport. Net access can be as important as oxygen, especially during a two-hour layover or an unexpected weather delay. So where can you plug in, log on, and get to work? by Donna Williams
As promised in a previous edition of Transit Authority, I have developed a handy guide to the express service and loyalty programs offered by rental car companies. by Donna Williams
The AAA estimates that almost 37 million people will travel this Memorial Day weekend in the U.S. Because almost 31 million people will travel by car, roads and highways across the country are sure to be crowded. by Donna Williams
This edition of the Transit Authority is the third in Transit Authority's series on the best business restaurants for select U.S. cities. This week we feature restaurants in Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and Miami. by Donna Williams
If you are a gray-haired or perhaps salt-and-pepper business traveler, you'll remember the days when Hertz, Avis, and, to a lesser extent, National had a lock on the in-airport rental car real estate. Your options were simple and convenient if not premium-priced. by Donna Williams
The thought "Oh, no!" coupled with a big sigh is my automatic reaction to finding myself in a hotel packed with vacationers or, worse, wedding guests. by Donna Williams
Most of the time, most business travelers neglect to think about rush hour in the city they're traveling to until they're stuck, sitting in traffic, and praying they'll make their next meeting -- or their flight. If only you knew ahead of time. by Donna Williams
Just a few short years ago, trying to connect to the Internet from your hotel room was an iffy proposition, with many older properties having noisy phone lines that resulted in extremely low-connection speeds. by Donna Williams
Choosing a restaurant for an important business meeting is tricky business, especially in an unfamiliar city. If you need to rely on a personal referral from a business associate, ask for a restaurant that meets the criteria discussed previously in Transit Authority. by Donna Williams
Spend a few minutes thinking about the complexity of business travel. The average business person goes on a seemingly straightforward business trip every few months, and many people hit the road and the runway every few weeks. by Donna Williams
Can you instantly identify an aircraft and its configuration with just a glimpse of its fuselage? Or are you aircraft-challenged and couldn't tell a Boeing 747 from a DC9 if it were parked in your living room? by Donna Williams
Picture this. You are on a business trip. You are going to Atlanta for a new business pitch. You've organized a dinner meeting with a few of the critical decision makers from your potential client's senior management team. Now, which restaurant do you choose? by Donna Williams
Around the United States, trains and subways are pulling into stations at the airport. And it may be better option for the airport-to-city leg of your journey. by Donna Williams
You might be on a flight, but the rest of your world is chugging along as though you were back at the office or in your backyard. How do you stay in the loop while in flight? Here are a few tips on in-flight calls and Net access. by Donna Williams
