Feeling squeezed in your airplane's economy seating?

More than ever, air travelers are complaining about feeling squeezed in economy class cabins, especially those who are six feet or taller. Compared to flying just a few years ago, most US domestic economy class passengers have a right to complain, as seats have shrunk...

At business lunch, who picks up the tab these days?

The International Herald Tribune ran an article this past weekend about a new dance that’s taking place. At the power lunch, the check is kryptonite. Clearly not everyone is frequenting the Beverly Hill Hotel. But entertaining budgets have come under scrutiny during...

A Valentine’s Day full of love without the expense

Some couples traditionally take off for the weekend or go on a mini-vacation to celebrate Valentine’s Day. They may just go to a local inn but it’s become a part of the dating/mating tradition. Or they might eat at a favorite restaurant to toast their love. This...

5 tips to stretch your business travel dollars

Some people are putting traveling on hold and not going any place that isn’t 100 percent essential. Welcome to the world of video conferencing and talking via Skype or other programs such as Go to Meeting. But there are times when business people need to sit down...