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| Buyer Beware | Analysis Hotels are sneakily trying to emulate the airlines by charging extra for some services, says David Churchill | David Churchill | details |
| Eruption Disruption | Prepare for the next travel crisis The volcanic ash cloud was one crisis no one could prepare for. Or could they? Bob Papworth talks to the people who may be able to help when the next disaster strikes | Bob Papworth | details |
| Cutting edge | How buyers can still make savings With pressure on every business to keep budgets in check, what areas should travel buyers focus on to find savings? Colin Ellson reports | Colin Ellson | details |
| Bring on the Battle | SME market fight Recently, some of the larger TMCs have been turning their attention to SMEs – but with smaller companies already established in this market, who will win the ensuing battle? Mark Frary reports | Mark Frary | details |
| Business Drive | Why car rental needs a gear-change The car hire sector appears to stuck in neutral at the moment. Samantha Mayling asks what can be done to get the industry in gear | Samantha Mayling | details |
| Welcome to the Real World | Budget cuts in the public sector How is travel management in the public sector going to be affected by the looming budget cuts? Bob Papworth reports | Bob Papworth | details |
| The Bottom Line | Calculating the total cost of a trip Bob Papworth asks whether knowing the total cost of a trip makes any difference to the deals we do | Bob Papworth | details |
| Staying Power | 10 Leading HBAs With gross sales figures holding steady and no decrease in transactions in 2009 compared to 2008, HBAs appear to be weathering the storm, says Mark Frary | Mark Frary | details |
| TECH TALK | In our new regular feature, Martin Cowen looks at technologies that are changing travel for the better. This issue: the Universal Desktop, smartphone applications and tracking ancillary travel charges | Martin Cowen | details |
| Political Progress | Analysis The business travel sector needs to make its voice heard if it is to keep up with changing times, says David Churchill | David Churchill | details |
| Simples? | Buying technology Bob Papworth asks if there is still such a thing as a one-stop-shop for travel products | Bob Papworth | details |
| X Marks the Spot | Election Special As voters get set to go to the polls on May 6, the political parties put forward their last-minute cases for the business travel vote. Martin Ferguson reports. | Martin Ferguson | details |
| Tackling Intangibles | Buyer-supplier Relations Jonathan Hart looks at the widening gap between buyer and supplier - and what can be done about it | Jonathan Hart | details |
| Getting On Track | Rail Travel Dave Richardson traces the evolution of the train e-ticket. | Dave Richardson | details |
| Opportunity knocks | Corporate Cards Prospects arising from the economic recovery | | details |
| Changing times | Corporate Cards The developing habits of the business traveller | | details |
| Credit where it’s due | Corporate Cards Corporate cards and the SME sector | | details |
| A card for all reasons | Corporate Cards A successful company-wide programme needs support | | details |
| Virtual reality | Corporate Cards The latest in payment technology | | details |
| Billback conundrum | Corporate Cards A solution to the perennial payment problem? | | details |
| Merchant of menace | Corporate Cards Will UK buyers have to absorb the merchant fee? | | details |
| Get it together | Corporate Cards The end-to-end expense management market | | details |
| The Price of Loyalty |
Analysis of frequent flyer rewards The lure of frequent flyer rewards can cloud judgment, says David Churchill |
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| VAT’ll Be The Day |
Meetings Round-up Catherine Chetwynd explores complex developments in EU tax law |
Catherine Chetwynd |
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| Ladies of the Night |
The lighter side of selling Mike Platt worked in the airline industry for 16 years and was managing director of HRG UK (Hogg Robinson Group) for six years. Now retired, he gives readers advice on why you should never take short cuts in sales... |
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| Breaking New Ground |
Travel technology innovations As the UK business travel sector looks back at the most turbulent economic period in its history, many will be thankful that investment in technology and innovation has continued. Mark Frary looks at where the money has been spent and what we can expect in the future |
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| Much ado about nothing? |
Unbundling: the real story
The cost-cutting phenomenon unbundling has become a fashionable topic on the conference circuit. Bob Papworth looks at what all the fuss is about |
Bob Papworth |
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| Changing times |
TMCs will have to adapt to survive The last two years have been a huge challenge to the travel industry Mark Frary finds TMCs have had to adapt and develop to keep business coming in |
Mark Frary |
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| Green wash-out |
Copenhagen and business travel While the world’s leading politicians failed miserably in their efforts to establish a united global strategy to combat climate change, business travel is poised for change. Tricia Holly-Davis reports from Copenhagen |
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| Trading down |
A big deal for the budget sector A willingness to adopt alternatives as part of a new cost-control culture is having a marked effect on the low-cost hotel and aviation sectors. Bob Papworth reports |
Bob Papworth |
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| Capital stay |
Update on London’s hotel scene Jonathan Hart talks to industry experts about how London’s diverse hotel scene has had to adapt to survive the recession |
Jonathan Hart |
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| Be Prepared |
Visa services Securing a business visa for travel abroad can be a costly and time-consuming process. Gary Noakes looks at the services available to save money and beat the embassy queues |
Gary Noakes |
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| Well appointed |
Success for serviced apartments? As serviced apartments are increasingly recognised as a more secure, comfortable and cost-effective choice for business travellers, Catherine Chetwynd finds that there is still room for improvement |
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| Waking the Sleeping Economy |
Analysis of the hotel sector Hotels are hoping for a brighter new year as the economy recovers |
David Churchill |
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| Make it an Event |
Meetings Round-up Catherine Chetwynd explores the world of meetings |
Catherine Chetwynd |
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| Forward Thinking |
Industry outlook for 2010 Last year was tough, but is 2010 going to be any better? Bob Papworth talks to industry leaders and buyers about their predictions |
Bob Papworth |
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| Deal Breaker |
RFPs made simple Are complicated RFPs really necessary? Bob Papworth finds that getting the best deal can often be made a lot simpler |
Bob Papworth |
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| Heavy Duty |
Fighting the APD tax How will air passenger duty affect business travellers and the UK economy, asks Bob Papworth, and is it here to stay? |
Bob Papworth |
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| Safety First |
Duty of care and best practice Travis Vincent, director of security services at International SOS, explores the challenges of implementing duty of care and best practice procedures |
Travis Vincent |
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| A Matter of Life or Death |
Upgrades; how to secure that First Class seat Mike Platt worked in the airline industry for 16 years and was managing director of HRG UK (Hogg Robinson Group) for six years. Now retired, he gives readers the best advice on how to secure the ultimate upgrade ... |
Mike Platt |
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| Changing Rooms |
Hi-tech hotels Hotel technology is catching up with the rest of the world. Mark Frary looks at what guests can expect in their rooms, and checks out some hotels which are right up to speed |
Mark Frary |
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| Travel Communication |
Why social media is relevant to travel Technological advances have seen the rapid introduction of social media into the business place .Adam Coulter explains the dangers of ignoring this phenomenon and gives some suggestions on how to use it to your advantage |
Adam Coulter |
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| Rail renaissance |
Train travel is on the up Air travel has taken a bit of a beating of late, but train travel is on the up. Dave Richardson looks at what deals buyers can expect in the coming year |
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| STAR Performance |
On 14 November 1994 Eurostar started its service between London and the Continent. After15 years, and more than 100 million passengers, Buying Business Travel looks at how far the service has come |
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| The Urge to Merge |
Airline Industry Analysis Airline consolidation is back on the agenda as the economy recovers. |
David Churchill |
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| Up to Scratch |
Service versus Cost With costs being cut everywhere Bob Papworth asks if the travel industry can still offer good service and value |
Bob Papworth |
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| Mobile Moves |
Apps for Travel Bookers Communication applications are developing increasingly rapidly, says Adam Coulter. What does this mean for travel bookers, and which apps should they go for? |
Adam Coulter |
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| Ladies first? |
Options for Female Travellers What facilities are on offer for the female traveller, and do they need or want to be treated any differently from their male counterparts? Beverley Fearis finds out |
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| Holding All the Aces |
Getting the best travel deal for your company is imperative in the current market. Mark Frary investigates the trend of benchmarking and its importance for procurement |
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| Holding Fast |
Top-End Hotel Rates Analysis It’s the worst recession in living memory, travel budgets have been slashed and there are fewer travellers out there - but five-star hotels are holding their rates. Why? Tom Otley investigates |
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| All For One |
Airline Alliance Uncovered |
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| City Flyers |
Docklands Airport Success Story London City Airport has seen some big changes in recent years. Gary Noakes explores what the airport has to offer. |
Gary Noakes |
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| Wheeling and dealing |
Tips for choosing the right TMC Mark Frary offers a guide to choosing the right TMC for your travel booking needs TR |
Mark Frary |
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| The rating game |
Hotels star system uncovered What’s the difference between a four-star and five-star hotel - apart from the cost of the room? Christian Sylt investigates the star rating system and what it really means |
Christian Sylt |
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| Taxing times |
APD update The government has increased the controversial APD according to distance travelled. Mark Frary looks at how this will affect business travel |
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| Still on track? |
The golden age of rail Rail travel in the UK is experiencing a golden age – but could the bubble burst? Dave Richardson reports |
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| BA means business |
BA’s new all-Business Class route British Airways will ply the lucrative London-New York route with a new all-Business Class aircraft in September. Gary Noakes asks why BA should succeed when so many others have failed |
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| Virtual reality |
Doing business in cyberspace In cyberspace, anything’s possible. Dave Richardson explores how the travel industry and their avatars are doing business online |
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| Calculating costs |
Expense management systems Expense management systems can save companies millions of pounds and thousands of man hours, so why aren’t we using them and what exactly is on offer? Catherine Chetwynd examines the options |
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| It’s all about leg room |
Premium Economy pros and cons Premium Economy is a popular choice for travel bookers on a tighter budget. Bob Papworth discusses the ups and downs of the simple idea, which has really taken off |
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| The price is right |
How HBAs are tackling recession Hotel booking agencies are focusing on price and value in the recession, reports David Churchill |
David Churchill |
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| Meetings: Changing face |
New technology to the fore Tricia Holly Davis explores the progress of video-conferencing and new technologies for booking events |
Tricia Holly Davis |
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| Thinking out of the box |
Are TMCs playing it safe? Sometimes hard times produce the best ideas. Bob Papworth asks if, instead of playing it safe, TMCs should let their imaginations take flight |
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| Welcome home |
Serviced apartments news Now may be the best time to stay in a serviced apartment. Beverley Fearis gives the lowdown on some of the big names in the extended-stay game |
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| Joined up thinking |
HRG-sponsored technology debate Trying to establish integration when it comes to travel technology is one of the biggest challenges facing the industry. Together with HRG, we invited a number of experts to share their thoughts on the subject. Mike Toynbee reports |
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| Clever cuts |
Tips for managing tighter budgets With change on the horizon for many, Bob Papworth examines the innovative but simple solutions travel managers are implementing to cut costs and save time. |
Bob Papworth |
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| Park and fly |
Making airport parking easier The cost and hassle of airport parking can often be prohibitive, says Dave Richardson, but there are deals and booking solutions that can help make a trip problem free. |
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| Leading 50 TMCs |
Reviewing your feedback Last month we featured the results of our survey for the 50 leading TMCs and eight leading HBAs. Mark Frary reports |
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| Final frontier |
Effective data management Effective use of data is key to managing travel in the recession, reports David Churchill |
David Churchill |
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| Staying on budget |
The lure of low-cost hotels Budget hotels are appealing increasingly to business travellers. Mark Frary finds out what they really have to offer |
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| Conference conundrum |
Making the right choices Choosing an appropriate venue in these economic times is a fine art. Jonathan Hart talks to the experts |
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| Protecting your pound |
Cashing in on foreign exchange No one can control the fluctuations of sterling against the euro, but there are several choices a travel buyer can make to reduce costs and manage foreign exchange systems, says Beverley Fearis |
Beverley Fearis |
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| 50 leading TMCs |
Listings, analysis and reports The travel management sector is still in business, says Mark Frary, but it will pay to remain cautious... |
Mark Frary |
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| 8 leading HBAs |
These are challenging times for the world of business travel, says Mark Frary, but with a mix of innovation and specialisation, the hotel booking agencies that get it right are holding their own |
Mark Frary |
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| The P word |
Procurement vs travel management To some, it’s a dirty word. To others, it’s been nothing short of a revolution. But whichever way you see it, procurement is here to stay in the world of corporate travel, says Beverley Fearis |
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| Working environment |
Keeping green on the agenda Will the green issues we appeared to be so passionate about at the turn of the millennium suffer in tomorrow’s world, asks Bob Papworth |
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| Performance enhancement |
Driving down car rental costs Car rental costs might be rising, says Beverley Fearis, but with some skillful manoeuvring, it’s possible to minimise the worst |
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| Meeting a need |
Creating a corporate policy More companies are bringing order and best value to their training, meetings and events by creating meetings programmes. But what do they achieve, where do you start, and how can your agent help? Jayne Vaughan, account director at venue sourcing specialist Grass Roots HBI, tells all |
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| Strictly ITM Liverpool |
Conference report While leading lights from the ITM took to the dance floor to entertain delegates, there was some strictly serious talking going on in the debating chambers. Bob Papworth reports |
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| Just the ticket |
Rail bookings gather pace The current recession demands more flexibility and rail is using technology to rise to the challenge, reports Dave Richardson |
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| GDS: Going global |
Essential tool for tough times Despite the recession it’s still business as usual across the world for most, so an effi cient GDS is as crucial as ever. Bob Papworth takes a look at some of the industry’s major players |
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| Driven to distraction |
Staying on the transfer list How is ground transportation faring in the current economic climate? Dave Richardson reports on an industry facing some big challenges |
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| Winning ways |
Diamond Award interviews BBT's annual Diamond Awards were not only an opportunity for the big names in travel to take a winning bow, but also for behind the scenes staff to receive recognition. Colin Ellson reports |
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| Poll Position |
ITM research findings The ITM's third annual trends survey helps benchmark buyers' activities |
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| Vision on |
Video-conferencing alternatives Will rapid technological development enable video-conferencing, or 'telepresencing', to offer a cheap, green alternative to business travel? Bob Papworth prepares for 'total immersion' |
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| Footing the bill |
Travel management costs Bob Papworth looks at who is really picking up the cost of buying corporate travel |
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| Tools of the trade |
Technological solutions Corporations across all sectors are looking for ways to trim and manage costs. Tricia Holly Davis reports on what's out there to help get the job done |
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| Weathering the storm |
How London's hotels are faring The outlook has looked brighter For the capital's hotels, admits Catherine Chetwynd, but with refurbs underway and the budget sector in ascension, the forecast for the capital might be improving |
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| Driving force |
What's new for technology? Reporting on the technological innovations pushing the industry forward, Bob Papworth gets a glimpse of the future |
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| Capital connections |
London airports update Gary Noakes reports on what's new at London's airports |
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| Pushing the boat out |
Meetings afloat Combining a conference with a cruise seems like the stuff of dreams, says John Law, but it can be a cost-effective alternative to a land-based event |
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| At your service |
The apartment alternative Apartments and apart-hotels are becoming increasingly popular with business travellers, says Dave Richardson, and not just for financial reasons |
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| Riding out the risk |
Just how safe is India? What will be the repercussions of the terrorist attack in Mumbai last November? As the dust settles, Jonathan Hart assesses the situation |
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| The future market |
What’s in store for 2009? After last year’s rollercoaster ride, Bob Papworth asks a selection of industry figures to take a punt on 2009 and one thing becomes clear - it’s going to be interesting ... |
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| The wisdom of the ages |
Procurement solutions Dreaming up new procurement solutions can be a real headache, says Bob Papworth but sometimes the old ones can be the best. |
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| Techno travel |
Tools to help cut costs In the current business climate companies are looking to reduce costs wherever they can, says Tricia Holly Davis and there’s a burgeoning range of travel management tools on hand to help.
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| Spoilt for choice? |
Getting to grips with hotel brands The big hotel chains offer countless brands to suit every market. Catherine Chetwynd asks if this means more choice or Hobson’s choice for hotel buyers |
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| Deal or no deal? |
Buying hotel rooms Beverley Fearis asks the experts the best approach to buying hotel space in the current economic climate. |
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| Back on track |
Rail renaissance update With airlines feeling the pinch, focus is increasingly falling on train travel says Dave Richardson, reporting on the UK’s rail renaissance. |
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| What's the Big Idea? |
Do you think you can take on our very own Dragons? Back by popular demand, the Institute of Travel Management (ITM) is again proud to present Enter the Dragons at its up-coming conference |
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| Great expectations |
Stanley Slaughter, editor of Air and Business Travel News (ABTN), reports from two forums, one in Rome, the other in London, organised by the Association of Corporate Travel Executives |
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| The road to health |
Safety in the workplace is something that corporates take very seriously, but what about outside of the office? Beverley Fearis looks at how companies should be supporting their travelling employees |
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| Spreading wings |
Bungled transfers, lost baggage ... Heathrow Terminal 5's launch was undeniably rocky, says Jonathan Hart, but look beyond the hype and a different story begins to emerge |
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| Spending power |
Managing meeting costs Regarded by many as the last bastion of unmanaged corporate spend, meetings and events are coming under closer scrutiny as companies struggle to contain costs. Catherine Chetwynd reports. |
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| Room at the top |
Staying at the best addresses Recent financial events have affected the whole industry, says Catherine Chetwynd, but there are many indications that the luxury hotel sector can weather the storm |
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| Time travel |
Maximising rail journeys Can travellers make the most of their time when taking the train? Dave Richardson investigates |
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| Under the hammer |
BAA break-up under scrutiny The Competition Commission's recent report makes it clear that BAA must sell off some of its airports. Simon Warburton asks: to what extent has the playing field been levelled, and where now for the UK's largest airport operator? |
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| No more no-frills? |
The future for low-cost travel If some people are to be believed, the budget-airline industry bubble is about to burst, says Bob Papworth, but there are others who think there's plenty of life left in low-cost travel |
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| Wired for travel |
Booking technology Understanding how booking tools work can mean the end to one of travel technology's greatest mysteries, and make life a little less complex as Bob Papworth finds out |
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| Does size matter? |
TMC's David and Goliaths Big is best, but then small is beautiful, too. Bob Papworth asks whether it's all a case of proportion in the TMC world |
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| Hub capping |
The future of hub-and-spoke Are airline hubs in decline, as one industry leader predicts, or will they continue to flourish as regional travellers, in particular, attempt to avoid Heathrow and Gatwick? Simon Warburton reports |
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| Pledging allegiance |
Corporate loyalty schemes There's never been so many loyalty schemes on offer to businesses and the individual traveller. Dave Richardson investigates the options |
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| Playing by the rules |
CWT debate Two leading travel buyers, two major suppliers, the executive director of the Institute of Travel Management and representatives of Carlson Wagonlit Travel sat down to discuss the findings of CWT's latest White Paper about optimising travel policy and compliance |
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| Fully automatic |
Expense management Fiddling with (or simply fiddling) unwieldy expense forms may soon become a thing of the past, says Catherine Chetwynd, as she investigates the paperless rise of the automated expense management system |
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| Time to tighten seatbelts |
Car rental In these leaner times both traditional rental firms and the emergent car clubs are offering ways to cut back, says Dave Richardson |
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| A safe pair of hands |
PwC talks security International business travel can throw up all sorts of dramatic situations. Good job then, says Amon Cohen, that there are people around like Richard Stanley, security chief of PwC |
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| Travel on the web |
The Internet BBT does the browsing for you and checks out the pros and cons of some useful travel websites |
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| The cost of cutting red tape |
Visa services When it comes to crossing borders the world is still far from a global village, says Jonathan Hart, but for a little outlay your passage can be smoothed considerably |
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| Strictly business |
All-Business Class offerings Despite predictions of lean times ahead, the growing trend for all-Business Class is a display of optimism from several of the major carriers, says Gary Noakes |
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| Jack of all trades? |
Hotel booking agents Hotel booking agents have years of specialist knowledge and experience in their sector, says Bob Papworth. So why are TMCs trying to muscle in on the action? |
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| Budget busters |
Low-cost hotel scene The traditional economy sector is experiencing a renaissance as the upmarket brands move in. Bob Papworth finds it means there is even more on offer |
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| Flying with a clear conscience |
Can flying be green? Tim Gresty makes the case for why air travel can be as green as high-speed rail for UK and near-Europe travel |
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| Home from home |
New apartment developments The serviced apartment sector is going from strength to strength, offering a comfortable and flexible option for long-stay visitors. Indeed, they have proved so popular that the large hotel groups have started to introduce their own extended stay offerings, says Catherine Chetwynd |
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| Risky business |
Travel for the oil industry The oil'n'gas industry makes some very particular demands on the travel management business, as Bob Papworth discovers |
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| Getting lost in translation |
Jargon and policies Corporate jargon within travel policies can confuse, misdirect and ultimately cost a business time, money and the safety of its staff, says Bob Papworth |
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| Self-control |
Web tools Self-booking tools save time and money, so why is everyone so slow on the uptake? Catherine Chetwynd investigates the pros and cons of the industry's offerings |
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| Balancing act |
Stress in the work place Pushing employees to the limit could be a false economy. Beverley Fearis investigates the truth of the work-life balance |
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| High flyers |
Executive aviation While economic gloom takes its toll on the business world, things are looking up for VLJs, says Bob Papworth |
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| Indecent proposal |
The RFP hell we all face RFPs have always been time-consuming and confusing, but will an online solution make the job any easier to bear, asks Bob Papworth |
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| Every second counts |
Quick airport rail links Getting to and from the airport does not have to be stressful. Dave Richardson looks at express rail links around the world |
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| Emergency Control |
Safety and Security Travel security is the responsibility of us all, and new legislation makes it more difficult for employers to shy away from their obligations, says Bob Papworth |
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| Winning Track |
Facilities for Travellers with Disabilities Organising travel for Britain's Paralympic team has its own unique set of challenges, says Beverley Fearis |
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| The Rail Way |
Booking train tickets In today's growing rail market there's more choice than ever when booking fares, says Dave Richardson |
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| Blue Sky Sleeping |
Alternative airport hotels Hotels close to regional airports range from the big brands to properties with a real difference says Bob Papworth |
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| Life in the Fast Lane |
Ground transport It's not just the big boss who can have a chayffeur driven limo. Dave Richardson looks at today's options for ground transportation. |
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| Country Roads |
Buying domestic travel Domestic travel throws up an array of options, but do we always have to compromise on cost, time and comfort asks Gary Noakes. |
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| Room Service |
Buying hotel space Hotels offer all the gadgets and luxuries we can dream of, but at what cost to the hotel booker, asks Bob Papworth |
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| Park and Fly |
Airport parking Meet and greet valet parking can save travellers valuable time at the airport. Dave Richardson examines the concept, which offers cost-effective convenience and reduces stress. |
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