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Group booking… every travel manager’s nightmare!
Practically Perfect PA
DECEMBER 5, 2018
Your boss comes to you and tells you that you need to book the travel for 100 people for a Winter getaway, and it needs to be done by next week… eek!
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Business travel without the stress
Practically Perfect PA
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
Business travel can be a stressful experience. Core Skills Featured Travel admin administrators assistants business travel EA Executive Assistant Office manager PA Personal Assistant Virtual Assistant
Bleisure Travel Continues to Increase
Small Business Labs
OCTOBER 29, 2018
We first reported on bleisure travel , which is the the blending of business and leisure travel, back in 2015. The Word We Love to Hate is Gaining Popularity Across the Globe : according to new SAP Concur travel and expense data gathered between January 2017 and December 2017.
Your business travel tips
Practically Perfect PA
MAY 11, 2016
A few weeks ago I asked you to send in your best travel tips – and well loads of you did! Here are your business travel tips… Travel Apps . Sign yourself and your boss up for “Tripit Pro” travel App. Assist Travel.
Do you need to write a travel management policy?
Practically Perfect PA
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018
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Travel Without the Tab
Office Dynamics
JULY 16, 2018
It’s awesome to be an administrative professional because you sometimes get to travel without the tab. . During my 20 year career, I traveled to some places that were fun, interesting, exotic, and breathtaking. Needless to say, it was more enjoyable to travel without the tab.
News from Assist Travel
Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 15, 2016
With Assist Travel just a few month’s away, I thought I would share everything that I have been working on behind the scenes. We really do have world-class speakers talking all thing business travel. Why should you attend Assist Travel? The Assist Travel Programme.
Top Helpful Hacks for Frequent Travelers
Dumb Little Man
DECEMBER 4, 2018
If you’re a frequent traveler for business or you’re lucky enough to take regular holidays, then you’ve probably had your fair share of travel nightmares. On the other hand, if you show loyalty to one airline, you’ll have the opportunity to earn yourself some air miles or travel points.
Launching Assist Travel 2016
Practically Perfect PA
APRIL 5, 2016
Business travel was a pretty clear winner. From this Assist Travel was born. We ran our first conference and exhibition for business travel booking assistants last September and I’m very excited to announce that we will be running Assist Travel again this year.
Supplier of the Month: Travel Counsellors
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 25, 2018
Travel Counsellors is an award-winning independent travel company that’s seeing increasing growth in its corporate travel division due to clients recognising the benefits of having their own personal travel manager available to them 24/7 when required.
Launching Assist Travel
Practically Perfect PA
MAY 19, 2015
First up we have Assist Travel taking place on Friday 4th September 2015 from 10am to 4pm in London. Why should you attend Assist Travel? Choosing a supplier for your office is not easy, particuarly when it comes to business travel. Travel best practice. Travel technology.
Ultimate travel itinerary
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 15, 2015
With Assist Travel coming up in September in London I wanted to share one of our most popular blogs with you – The Ultimate Travel Itinerary. A well organised travel itinerary is an essential service that assistants can provide for their managers. Assist Travel.
Tips for Female Travelers (Safety and Bonus Travel Tips)
Office Dynamics
MAY 6, 2015
Women Traveling Alone Should Enjoy Themselves. Traveling alone has many benefits. I have been traveling for business for 25 years and 90% of the time, I travel alone. Women who don’t travel often will say to me, “Don’t you hate eating by yourself?”
So, Assist Travel happened… again!
Practically Perfect PA
SEPTEMBER 23, 2016
On Friday 9th September we held our second Assist Travel event at The Grange Tower Bridge and from the feedback we received it looks like everyone had a thoroughly good day. Stress Free Speedy Travel. Lara Morgan, Serial Entrepreneur and extensive business traveller.
The Future of Business Travel and the Millennial Traveller
Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 7, 2016
At the recent Assist Travel event we were lucky to have Tae Lee, the founder and CEO of Travo talk to our delegates about the future of business travel and the millennial traveller. So how should Assistants react to their Executives: Travelling more often.
TravelPerk takes the stress out of business travel
Practically Perfect PA
MAY 3, 2018
Booking and managing business travel is time consuming, stressful, and let’s be honest, not always that appreciated. Featured Sponsored posts Travel admin administrators assistants business travel EA Employment Executive Assistant Office manager PA Personal Assistant Virtual Assistant
Ten tips for travelling Assistants
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 23, 2015
Organising business travel can take up a big chunk of our time with most assistants booking complex travel on numerous occasions throughout the year. Here are my top ten tips for travelling assistants. For more details and to register check out the Assist Travel event page.
10 Wonderful Benefits of Traveling
Dumb Little Man
NOVEMBER 17, 2016
Studies show that travelling can improve your overall health and enhance your creativity. If you need more convincing, here is a list of all the benefits of traveling. While travelling, you will find yourself stuck in situations where things don’t always go as planned.
6 International Travel Tips You’ll Find Handy
Dumb Little Man
OCTOBER 26, 2018
Exploring world-class destinations, learning about unique cultures, and treating your taste buds with delicious foods is what traveling is about. And the fun of traveling multiplies if you are flying to a foreign destination, more if that’s your first international trip. Tasks Travel
Business Travel Safety in a Volatile World
Practically Perfect PA
JUNE 28, 2017
Whether travelling domestically or internationally, corporations have a Duty of Care to employees visiting other cities and locations for business. Accounting for the safety and the whereabouts of business travellers has never been of greater importance for international companies.
10 Wonderful Benefits of Traveling
Dumb Little Man
NOVEMBER 17, 2016
Studies show that travelling can improve your overall health and enhance your creativity. If you need more convincing, here is a list of all the benefits of traveling. While travelling, you will find yourself stuck in situations where things don’t always go as planned.
The Well Traveled Dog
Small Business Labs
APRIL 20, 2017
Thanks to the pet humanization trend , it comes as no surprise a growing number of people are traveling with their pets. Again from the article: As pet travel becomes more common, the amenity bar gets higher.
More presentations from Assist Travel 2016
Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 6, 2016
As promised, for those of you that couldn’t make Assist Travel this year, here are the rest of the slides from our wonderful speakers. Assist travel Avoiding Visa Disasters for Practically Perfect PA from Practically Perfect PA. Travel Apps and Technology. PAs who travel.
Top travel tips please!
Practically Perfect PA
APRIL 25, 2016
We are going to make a start today with your top travel tips… it can literally be anything that you have found that works when it comes to arranging travel for your organisation. The post Top travel tips please!
Infographic: Travel Technology
The Small Business Blog
JUNE 18, 2013
In the space of a couple of centuries, the technology used by the travel industry has changed beyond recognition. You might find it interesting to look at the infographic below and… Read the full article here: Infographic: Travel Technology on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.
Business Inspiration from Travelling
The Small Business Blog
OCTOBER 14, 2013
Anyone who has been travelling at some stage during their life – whether it was post graduation or on a career break – knows that it can be a life-changing experience. One great thing that can come as a result of travelling is the inspiration to start your own business.
2015 Travel Trends
Small Business Labs
DECEMBER 23, 2014
There are already lots of 2015 travel trend lists out. According to the World Travel Market Global Trends report golf is in a decline, dropping from 25 million players in the early 2000s to 19 million in 2013. Happy travels in 2015.
The importance of business travel
The Small Business Blog
JUNE 11, 2013
Travelling for business may sound like a waste of time, as digital communication has enabled companies to stay in contact anytime. So for some in the business world, travel can be an important to a certain position. Guest Blog business travel meetings travel costs travelling
Travel Planning for Others – Putting Yourself in Your Traveler’s Shoes
Practically Perfect PA
NOVEMBER 23, 2016
Every admin wears many hats: office manager, personal assistant, life coach, travel planner. Every time your manager is heading out of town, it’s time for you to don your travel planner hat, slip into your traveler’s shoes, and equip yourself with your suite of travel planning tools.
5 Reasons Why Traveling Solo Is A Fast Way to Personal Development
Dumb Little Man
OCTOBER 3, 2018
We’ve come up with five simple reasons on why you should finally take an adventure solo travel trip as quickly as you can! The answer is pretty simple; adventure solo travel! Of course, for a majority of people, the idea of solo travel can be a huge challenge. Happiness Travel
How can you help your Executive with travel delays?
Practically Perfect PA
JULY 21, 2016
Here are some tips if your Executive does experience a travel delay: Be prepared. It is always, always worth checking the weather in the places that your boss is travelling to. You may be able to book them on or get your Travel Management Company to switch the booking asap.
How To Stay Safe and Prevent Theft While Traveling
Dumb Little Man
SEPTEMBER 21, 2018
Traveling to a new state or country can be very exciting and relaxing at the same time. Here are a few ideas on how to stay safe while traveling abroad or even during a simple weekend getaway: Before You Leave, Protect Your Home. Technology for Travel Safety. How To Travel
Top tips for business travel to Barcelona
Practically Perfect PA
AUGUST 31, 2016
It is a brilliant city and with more and more people coming here for business trips I thought now would be a good time to share with you my top tips for organising business travel to Barcelona. Even better, we are opening up the afternoon at Assist Travel for free.
Why incentive travel works
Practically Perfect PA
JANUARY 27, 2014
Having been established in the incentive travel industry for over a decade now, I can state with confidence that we at First Event have seen it all; events to recognise success, reward achievement, inspire motivation, build relations and give back to communities.
10 Essential Vitamins for Frequent Travelers
Dumb Little Man
OCTOBER 11, 2016
Frequent travels can take a toll on the body. Regardless of whether you are traveling first class or economy class, your body gets exposed to a lot of factors that can greatly weaken your immune system. The same issue arises when you’re traveling by land.
Live Your Dream to Travel Across the World While Making Money
Dumb Little Man
NOVEMBER 20, 2018
All of us are born with a travel bug that urges us to pack our bags and see the world around us. With every new place that you travel to, you learn about a new culture, language, cuisine, and much more. But, it is also right to admit that traveling requires funds.
A review of Assist Travel 2015
Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 21, 2015
We held our first Assist Travel conference and exhibition on Friday 25th September at the Hilton Bankside and I must say I thoroughly enjoyed the day. As with all of our Assist Events we like to make sure that it is a little different and I loved our travel themed registration desk.
How To Enjoy Traveling Solo
Dumb Little Man
DECEMBER 8, 2017
“But, don’t you get lonely traveling solo?” Even on our best days, the thought of traveling solo either for a break or to start a life elsewhere can be daunting. However, traveling alone has some significant benefits, like pushing you outside of your comfort zone. Now, before you go ahead and fulfill your dreams, take a look at our tips on how to enjoy traveling solo. After all, this is your traveling experience. How To Travel
Practically Perfect PA Giveaway: 10 Assist Travel tickets!
Practically Perfect PA
AUGUST 12, 2016
We are offering ten lucky readers the chance to attend Assist Travel for free. More information on the programme and the speakers can be found on the Assist Travel website. Planning travel for your team should take minutes, not hours!
The four steps of business travel planning
Practically Perfect PA
AUGUST 24, 2015
As I said many times arranging travel for your Executive can be a tricky business. Having recently talked to an assistant who said arranging business travel for her Exec took up a huge amount of her time (over 24 days per year!) Assist Travel Featured Travel
Infographic: Business Travel
The Small Business Blog
MAY 30, 2013
The cost of business travel is rising every year. It has got to the point where, for many business owners, travelling in person to a meeting or any similar event is simply not economically viable for them. Telecommuting is the answer for the majority of small businesses and if you still aren’t convinced, the infographic… Read the full article here: Infographic: Business Travel on: THE SMALL BUSINESS BLOG.
Travel Itineraries
Practically Perfect PA
NOVEMBER 17, 2011
A well organised travel itinerary is an essential service that assistants can provide for their managers. Think about all the different bits of paper you have to keep with you – tickets, hotel details, travel guides. Well along with the usual stresses of travelling your boss also has to attend meetings and act professionally when in many cases they are dealing with jet lag and the continuous business activities back in the UK office. Happy travel planning, Nicky x.
The tax implication of business travel
Practically Perfect PA
OCTOBER 14, 2015
In this blog post we have concentrated on the tax implication of travel, as we believe it’s a very relevant issue today. As a company Voyage Manager provides end to end travel tracking and monitoring services, with a historical focus on safety and security.
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