#Business Travel
Why SMEs need to get smart about corporate travel
Do you know how much time and money you are spending on business travel? For many businesses the answer is no, and they’re missing out on valuable savings. This is where SMART Corporate Travel can help. Designed specifically for Australian SMEs, this new online travel platform drives significant savings and efficiencies. Below are five of the […]
Even entrepreneurs need a break: how to chill out for a few days or more
When you’re an entrepreneur it can be difficult to get a real vacation. You’re at the helm of your ship and you might not want to let go of your wheel, even if it’s only for a short period of time. Checking out on vacation is incredibly difficult for entrepreneurs, and more often than not, […]
Long flights and lost connections: problem solving business travel tech
It’s estimated a huge 488 million business trips are taken every year in the US alone. Whilst traveling on business allows you to experience a new place for the sake of work (something not many people get to do!), they can also be hugely stressful if you don’t plan properly or if something unexpected goes […]
Airbnb expands Business Travel program
After seeing 700 per cent growth in its first year, Airbnb’s Business Travel program has expanded further. Airbnb, the world’s leading community-driven hospitality company has introduced a global tools suite aimed at providing greater visibility on employee travel itineraries and expense tracking. The Business Travel program, which helps companies of all sizes cater to their […]
Millennial employees changing face of business travel
Travel has long been a staple of doing business, but millennial employees are changing the way it’s done.
How to control global roaming bill shock
Bill shock after a business trip overseas is nothing new – global roaming costs are notoriously high.
Business travel a spending black hole
If you’re flying across Australia to do business and you’re feeling the pinch on your wallet, you’re not alone.
4 reasons to hold a conference in Ballarat
Looking to take the team out of town? The rich history and heritage of Ballarat, and its easy driving distance from Melbourne, make it a great choice for those looking to hold an affordable event, conference or team-building weekend.
New partnership brings ease to business travel
Concur clients now have access to almost 7000 additional accommodation providers, thanks to a new partnership with The Hotel Network.
Sydney named seventh most expensive city to live in
In February, Sydney made the list of top ten expensive cities to live in. Here is the complete story for you to enjoy.
Cutting travel costs for small businesses
There is a common misperception that small businesses can secure the cheapest business travel by booking on the internet directly with hotels, car hire companies and airlines. But as time-strapped CEOs, personal assistants or in-house travel bookers spend countless hours trawling the internet for fares, running cost comparisons then booking, buying and reconciling travel expenses, are the benefits really what they seem?
Packing for a business trip? Some must-remember items
What business travelers should be packing when heading out of town.
How to live with jetlag: 7 tricks
There’s no cure-all for jet lag. But there is a sane way to travel.
Tips for healthy eating on business trips
Feeling sluggish? Avoid the next overindulgent business meal and get back on a healthy track in two quick steps.
The business travel technology low-down
While technology can make working on the go a whole lot easier, choosing the right technology in the first place can make a big difference.
How to protect travelling employees
From flight delays and accommodation mix-ups, to civil unrest, disease and natural disasters, business travel involves exposure to a certain element of risk, and this risk must be managed by employers. Here’s how.
How does your mobile technology dependence rate?
When it comes to business travel necessities, smartphones and tablets are slowly creeping up to water and food in terms of importance to travellers, according to research conducted by PC Housing. How does your dependence on mobile technology rate? Use this infographic to find out.
Culture clash: How exporters can manage gender expectations
They say it’s a man’s world, but more and more women are participating in international business. How should exporters field their female talent when culture and gender expectations clash?
How to avoid the overseas data roaming rip-off
Don’t get reamed by Aussie data roaming fees. A business travel expert details how to travel smart and stay connected on your next business trip.
OzForex launches online prepaid travel card without reload fees
OzForex has launched a new prepaid travel card allowing business travellers to manage nine currencies wholly online, removing the need to visit a bank branch.
Take charge of your money when travelling for business: Expert tips
If you’re often dashing overseas to source products, oversee manufacturing or conduct business, it’s worth knowing how to save money when you’re buying foreign currency. A travel expert is sharing his secrets.
SMBs neglect travelling employees duty of care: study
Businesses are becoming complacent when it comes to their duty of care towards employees required to travel for work, a new study has found.
Businesses beware: The hidden costs of flying
As the cost of living rises so too have the costs associated with travelling, as airlines cash in by charging unprepared travellers with additional fees. Savvy business owners can avoid these costs though, just by implementing some simple company policies.
Qantas tests in-flight Wi-Fi on A380 fleet
Qantas has kicked off its in-flight A380 connectivity trial, which will see travellers between Australia and the US given access to Wi-Fi during flights.