As we approach Sustainability Day, Oct. 25, you may be thinking about how you can begin to set sustainability goals for the rest of the year and beyond — and then how to stick to those goals. Luckily, if you’re specifically trying to set sustainability goals related to your business travel, there are easy changesRead more
There are ways for small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) to participate in sustainable business travel practices, too. The sustainability conversation is all around us. Everyone is “going green,” and that includes organizations that are now focusing on sustainable business travel practices. According to a recent Deloitte survey, 31% of companies have pledged to reduce emissionsRead more
Virtual payment is a safer option for today’s Travelers because it limits the spread of COVID-19, but the use of non-existent credit cards was growing in popularity even before the pandemic. What are virtual payments for business travel? They are payments made using virtual credit cards (VCCs), which are cards that don’t actually exist. VCCsRead more
Hotel room rates are not always intuitive. Though demand does affect hotel pricing, don’t expect a dramatic decrease in rates during the coronavirus pandemic. Worldwide, hotels are shifting to what is the “new normal” of living and traveling during a pandemic. Travel Management Companies (like JTB Business Travel) work with Travel Managers to ensure thatRead more
As face coverings become a part of everyday life, airlines enforcing safety masks is likely to bring legal questions and in-flight drama. Walk into any grocery store in the summer of 2020, and you’re likely to see a sign telling guests to wear a mask. The same is true of hardware stores and fashion retailersRead more
Changing traveler behavior can be difficult, but there are tools available that make the task far easier for Travel Managers. Imagine for a moment if you could influence traveler behavior in such a way that everyone complied with your travel policy, everyone booked using your company’s systems, and everyone claimed and filed their expenses onRead more
Traditional first class on global flights is becoming more and more rare, but premium economy is becoming a more attractive (and affordable) option. Airlines are adding new premium economy products for a simple reason: premium economy products are in demand, especially by global business travelers who often take trips internationally. As airlines respond to theRead more
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