Waypoint Business Travel Blog

Flying can be an uncomfortable experience – waiting in line, going through security and struggling to find space on your shared armrest; forgetting the creature comforts you need to make the flight just a bit more comfortable can make that short trip seem very long. We have put together what we have found to beRead more

Tips for Frequent Business Travelers 1. Double-check your tech Business trips can be especially difficult when trying to juggle travel and technology – sometimes preforming normal, everyday work tasks can become an insurmountable challenge for an ill prepared traveler. Maintaining productivity on the go is paramount for business travelers and setting up a pre-travel techRead more

Quick Facts About Real ID and Travel DHS Real ID and You – Rumor Control What is the Real ID Act? The Real ID Act was passed in 2005 enacting recommendations that the Federal Government “set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver’s licenses.”  This act helped established minimum security standardsRead more

Here at JTB USA Business Travel, we’re pretty optimistic about the future of the travel industry and it’s not just because we have a lot of positive changes planned for 2017. It’s because businesses forecast growth in 2017 and more travelers are choosing to book travel with Travel Management Companies (TMCs). Travel Weekly’s Consumer Trends reportRead more

Designated classes of nonimmigrant Visa holders will now be required to enroll in the new Electronic Visa Update System (EVUS) before traveling to the United States. What is EVUS? EVUS is the new online automated system, set up by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), that helps to determine the eligibility of visitors with aRead more

New Entry Rules for Foreign Visitors As announced earlier this year, starting November 10th Canada will now require all visa-exempt foreign nationals who fly or transit through Canada to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA). How does this affect you? Check out the map and regulations below. Image Note: Green and Yellow Indicates Countries WhereRead more