I was at my bank the other day opening an account.  The financial services advisor I was working with was asking about my business. She asked about the t-shirt I was wearing. “Is that your business?” she asked, pointing to the logo on my shirt.  “Yes,” I replied, “Smart Women Travelers is one of my businesses.” 

Then came the barrage of questions:  What do you do, where do you travel, and what’s your favorite place?

As I kept…

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One of my favorite benefits of business travel is seeing new cities, towns and countries, and experiencing different cultures.



I’m in Scotland for business and today is Halloween. When I arrived here, I wasn’t sure if Halloween is celebrated in the UK or not. Oh yes … and for much longer than it’s been celebrated in North America.



A bit of history:

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I know that at some point in time, you seasoned travelers take your children with you on your flight. I work for a major airline, and have a few tips that may make your airport experience a little bit easier.

First and formost, bring snacks on the plane with you for your child. The snacks that you can bring from home will be much healthier than food the airline serves. If there is any kind of delay, due to weather or worse, a mechanical…

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Was to the Bahamas on my Honeymoon! I remember the flight like it was yesterday, Pan Am so crisp and clean, the flight was as smooth as silk. I remember my amazement looking at the clouds from above them rather than below them! I am still as thrilled with flying today and I was that day 40 years ago....even if I do have to pay for carry on baggage!