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The Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) says that companies around the world will spend $1.25 trillion on business travel this year. 63% of American firms increased their business travel spend in 2015, bringing the global total way, way up from previous years. But while the total market has risen dramatically, the expenditures are taking different […]

Increasing demand and new technology are driving promising developments that should make business travel more pleasant, from airplanes with party rooms to suitcases that tell you where they are. Airports: Contractor Skanska USA has identified three key factors driving airport design today: bigger planes, the need for flexible and efficient security screening and the ability to accommodate the increased time

Today, Marcou Transportation Group, owner of Dav El │ BostonCoach, announces it has acquired Torrey Pines Transportation, the San Diego area’s premiere executive and group Transportation Company. Founded in 1987, Torrey Pines Transportation (TPT) is both a family and woman-owned business that serves its clients wherever they travel. For nearly three decades, TPT has provided

A new study conducted by the Global Business Travel Association Foundation (GBTA), shows some surprising differences about the way Baby Boomers and Millennials book business travel. The study surveyed more than 500 North American business travelers and examined how they make bookings for business trips, with particular focus on hotel bookings revealing differences between types of travelers

The Global Business Travel Association recommends that travel managers advise travel apps to their business travelers. Few companies do, however. GBTA based its report on responses from 521 managed and unmanaged travelers who have traveled on business at least once in the past 12 months. Among participants, 95 percent owned a smartphone that they used

Business travelers have diverse priorities when booking hotels.  According to new research from the GBTA Foundation, two of the top three rated factors focus on the outcome of the booking rather than the process. Surprisingly, 56 percent of business travelers rank “finding the right price” among their top three booking priorities showing they may be

Two-thirds of Corporate Travel Managers agree hotel loyalty programs play at least a “slightly important” role in their negotiations with hotels and one in five admit they play a “very important” or “extremely important” role, according to new research from the GBTA Foundation. The study, Making Hotel Loyalty Programs Work for You and Your Travel Program,

Business travelers are spending more per trip and traveling for longer periods of time than they were a year ago, a Travel Leaders Corporate analysis of its clients’ activities shows. According to the study, which examined more than 3 million reservations during the second quarter, the average domestic trip taken by a Travel Leaders Corporate

Delta Air Lines has been making moves to target business travelers, redesigning its business class cabins and retooling its loyalty program to cater to high-spend customers along the way. Their latest move now targets business travelers on corporate contracts. With its new plan, Delta plans to offer its corporate clients an on-time guarantee. Read more here.

Google definitely helps make our lives more efficient. This time, communication between Google apps are updated to help us save time (and trouble) when planning our business trips or vacations. Google Calendar will now automatically extract traveling information from relevant Gmail emails. The goal is to make a seamless experience and save you planning work.

Kara Goldin, founder and CEO of Hint Water, a flavored-water company, has developed habits that help her stay productive while traveling. 1. Always book an airline that has guaranteed Wi-Fi service. 2. Don’t rely on an airport’s charging stations. 3. Develop a morning routine. 4. Get familiar with where you’re going. 5. Stay hydrated and maintain

What are the travel trends we should keep an eye for in 2016? Three marketing experts from TripAdvisor, Celebrity Cruises and Hawaiian Air discussed trends they are seeing as 2016 approaches. As the second half of the year unfolds, these are four trends travel marketing professionals are paying attention to. 1. The Rise of “Bleisure” Travel 2. Travel

Expedia announced the launch of Expedia+, a loyalty program for small-business owners. Acting upon newly found data, Expedia decided to provide the same travel-volume clout to small operators that large corporations enjoy. For more information on Expedia+, click here.

Different employers have different rules on business travel. They may even have unspoken expectations on what is acceptable behavior when traveling. To help point you in the right direction, here are some dos and don’ts when on a business trip. 1. Check Policies and Procedures 2. Carry a Small Refresher Kit 3. Keep Your Receipts

BizBash breaks down the best new Boston restaurants, corporate event venues, hotels, conference centers, and private and party rooms to open for events this fall. These new and renovated Boston venues can accommodate groups large or small for private and corporate events, conferences, meetings, weddings, business dinners, teambuilding activities, cocktail parties, and more.

It’s easy to be more productive while on the road these days. Here are 10 great apps to have by your side while traveling for work. 1. Concur 2. TripIt 3. Circleback 4. Skyscanner 5. Yelp 6. Docusign 7. Handshake 8. Google Drive 9. Twitter 10. Asana For more information, click here.

Booking.com recently introduced a new business travel booking and management platform called Booking.com for Business that aims to better assist the needs of business travelers. The platform was created once Booking.com noticed that millions of users were booking for business on its leisure website. The platform is free to sign up and features more than 650,000 properties across

Arcades, bowling alleys, and other activity venues are building in meeting space to let groups mix work with play. These interactive venues offer teambuilding activities, a variety of meeting spaces, and signature food and beverage ­packages—all perks that cater to the corporate client. Check out some amazing venues here.

In Skift’s first magazine, “Megatrends Defining Travel in 2015”, they identify the global trends in travel in 2015. They find that the line between business and leisure is well past blurred. The “Bleisure” trend has created a new breed of sky warriors whose expectations and behaviors have shifted towards a culture that combines productivity, opportunity, and

A business traveler has to be ready for anything at any time. Similar to the Boy Scouts time-honored motto: be prepared. H.O. Maycotte, CEO of a high-growth startup, explains how he’s learned to maximize his travel routine. Check out his tips for staying organized for any scenario. Whether you have to head straight to the airport from the office,

A new study from the online travel site Expedia offers insights into generational differences in viewing the perks and costs of business travel. Five key findings from the study: 1. Small business travelers are traveling more. 2. Small business travelers prefer face-to-face meetings. 3. Younger business travelers are less-budget conscious. 4. Travel budgets are up for nearly half of small

Here’s a look at great new Boston restaurants, event venues, hotels, conference centers, and private and party rooms to open for events this summer. These new and renovated Boston venues can accommodate large or small groups for private and corporate events, conferences, meetings, business dinners, teambuilding activities, cocktail parties, etc. Take a look at the list here.

Business trips have plenty of perks, from new travel destinations, expense-account meals and an excuse to get out of the office. But road trips have a common pitfall as well in terms of the poor food choices you may make. If you’re just trying to maintain your healthy habits while you’re on the go, here are some simple tips

Business travelers value convenience over cost savings, according to new research from the GBTA Foundation. According to the first series of reports, U.S. business travelers put a high premium on convenience, particularly when it comes to their flight schedule choices. The GBTA Business Traveler Sentiment Index™ in partnership with American Express is a proprietary, data-centered

Travel Pulse says Business travelers headed to Europe can expect hefty expenses, but nothing compared to road warriors doing business in the Venezuelan capital of Caracas. According to BCD Travel research, business travelers in Caracas spend an average of $611 per day, making it the world’s most expensive city for business travel. At $444 and $442 per day, San

An additional 2 million business trips are expected to take place this year over last, due to a rebounding economy, cheaper fuel and a stronger dollar that are making corporate travel more of a bargain. More information here.

Although many companies put the brakes on business travel in the wake of the recession, business travel has been on a roll for the past couple of years and is expected to rise 6.2 percent to $310.2 billion in 2015. Trips are going up, as well according to the GBTA Foundation, which estimates that there will

A report published in Work, Employment, and Society has found that “significant variations” in noise and lack of space “inhibited people’s ability to work” on trains and planes. However, working conditions in a car were much more accommodating. Data notes that business travelers were most likely to work extensively in train carriages and sitting in their cars in

Check out these 6 amazing business travel gadgets! They are designed to provide that extra edge you need to stay focused, charge up your devices, keep tabs on your email, and even protect your data from hackers.

Are you prepping for your first business trip? Approach it thoughtfully to make it less-stressful and more effective. From preparation to post-trip recap, learn from experts and access insider knowledge here.

A great deal of stress can be involved in a business trip. By loading the following apps and you can help make the trip more manageable. Take a look at the advice from Fox News here.

Carry-on bags give business travelers the ultimate mobility factor. Here, a few frequent fliers put together a list of items they would never leave home without. Read more here.

Take a look at Lisa Censullo in a recent issue of the Boston Business Journal! The Best of Boston Events Vice President discusses hosting the ultimate Super Bowl party.

A recent study highlights what makes a successful business trip for travelers. The study, “The Value of Business Travel,” was conducted by Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT), and is based on a wide-scale survey of 10,000 respondents from May to October 2014. The study found that the three main determinants include the number of meetings attended, the

BizBash has named the 10 most anticipated Boston venues for meetings and events for 2015.  Take a look at the anticipated restaurants, corporate event venues, hotels, conference centers, and private rooms and contact Best of Boston Events to prepare your upcoming event.

If the Big Apple is on your itinerary, be sure to check out the new Business & Holiday Travel Guide to New York City from BostonCoach. It can help you decide which hotel to stay at, what weather to pack for, and which restaurants are best for a quick bite or a client dinner. You’ll also find travel

We’ve added luxury Mercedes Sprinter vans to our fleet. Sprinters offer a smooth, quiet, comfortable ride and plenty of room for every passenger. They’re perfect for corporate outings, roadshows, client entertainment and more. Seating up to 13 passengers, the deluxe vans are available in luxury coach configuration and limousine-style seating. The coach style features all-leather

If the City of Light is on your itinerary, be sure to check out the New Business Travel Guide to Paris from BostonCoach. Get great tips on where to stay, what weather to pack for, and what restaurants best suit your style, schedule and budget. You’ll also find travel times to and from the airport plus creative

Unusually heavy traffic is expected in New York City Monday, Sept. 22 through Friday, Sept. 26 due to United Nations General Assembly meetings. Travel times are likely to increase significantly within and around the city. As you make your travel plans, please keep in mind that you may need more time – and patience – than usual. Need to

Get set for your next trip to the City of Angels with BostonCoach’s new Business Travel Guide to Los Angeles. You’ll get tips on where to stay, what weather to pack for, and which restaurants are right for your taste, schedule and budget. The guide will help you make the most of your downtime too,

When your travel plans steer you to Canada’s biggest city, be prepared with BostonCoach’s new Business Travel Guide to Toronto. The infographic is full of tips on where to stay, where to eat, travel time to and from the airport, as well as some terrific ideas on shopping and other things to see and do during your

We’re thrilled to announce our partnership with TD Garden to name the BostonCoach Lounge and to be the official car service of the Boston Bruins and TD Garden. Our business is all about bringing people together – business people, friends and family. It all started here in Boston and being a key sponsor of TD

The seasoned traveler appreciates the joy of racking up airline miles and reward points on their travel credit card. But not all cards are created equal. Annual fee or no annual fee? Free flights or cash back? MasterCard or American Express? The choices can be overwhelming. One way to wade through all of the advertised hype is CreditCardForum.com.

We’re excited to announce that Lisa Censullo has rejoined BostonCoach as vice president to head Best of Boston, our destination-management company, and our network of more than 400 affiliated car-service providers. “Lisa will lead with vision and inspiration; she’ll help drive both client and affiliate satisfaction,” says Russ Cooke, BostonCoach CEO and Managing Partner. Lisa

Looking for an alternative way to handle your company’s travel? TripScanner is the travel management website that offers just that while still allowing for flexibility around booking. The customizable policy parameters mean your team members can book travel anywhere online, then forward their itineraries and TripScanner will alert you if the plans are not within company guidelines. Their

Do you travel to Chicago? Plan to in the future? Click below to for our tried-and-true tips on where to stay, what to pack, travel time to and from the airport, and more. We’ll also give you some great ideas on making the most of your downtime in the city.

Effective today, Thursday, September 12, the pickup instructions will change for BostonCoach passengers arriving at Logan Airport Terminal B on American Airlines and US Air flights:   American Airlines:  To meet your chauffeur, depart door B113 on the arrivals level and follow the pedestrian crosswalk into the parking garage, where your chauffeur will be waiting for you. US Air: To

Traveling in an unfamiliar city? TheAroundMe app locates the closest restaurants, hotels, gas stations, pharmacies, you name it. Then the app gives you GPS directions to get you there quickly. The app also allows you to  book a hotel room or find show times at local movie theaters. Functioning in seven languages and available to use on

One place to access all parts of your business travel itinerary? No problem for WorldMate.  This App keeps all of your flight, hotel, car rental and meeting information organized on your mobile device.  Information is stored online, allowing for easy access for assistants and travel planners. Updates are loaded immediately so you always know where you are

Heading to San Diego for GBTA 2013? Planning to travel there in the future? Be sure to check out the new BostonCoach Business Travel Guide to San Diego for some tried-and-true recommendations on where to stay, what weather to pack for, and places to explore. You’ll also find typical travel times for routes to and from the airport