As airlines cut back on flights and people carry on more baggage due to the charges imposed on checked baggage, it’s more important than ever that we remind ourselves that we are only one person on a flight of many. It would help all of us to cope better if we acted with courtesy and respect toward our fellow …
[ Continue Reading... ]Unfortunately, accidents and deaths occur during travel. Should hotels, airlines, rent-a-car companies, and other travel suppliers require travelers to provide contact information of a non traveling third party in the event of an emergency? Often, the establishment does not have a contact in the event of an emergency or death (to assist in notification and in the return of personal belongings). …
[ Continue Reading... ]When considering meeting your organization’s duty of care to your traveling employees, be cognizant of the inherent danger and enhanced risk when you book them into hotels that allow smoking in or near the building. It is not just the health hazard from breathing in second hand smoke that is the concern. Historically, guests smoking in hotels have caused approximately …
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AllAboutMexico.com, the complete guide to travel in Mexico, recently posted the blog “Global Congress on Travel: Important Dialogue for Mexico.” The blog stresses the importance for a global dialogue on best practices for the travel, tourism, and hospitality industries. Not yet registered to attend the Global Congress? Register today! Follow us: Helpful links: Global Congress on Travel Website Global Congress Executive Summary …
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The Houston Business Journal ran a story on the upcoming 2011 Global Congress on Legal, Safety, and Security Solutions in Travel, scheduled for August 25-28, in Houston. Follow us! It’s still not too late to register for the Global Congress. Visit www.regonline.com/2011GlobalCongress to register. For more information on the Global Congress, please visit www.globalcongressontravel.com.
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