Business Travel Almanac, The

Business Travel Almanac 0789729342.ld An indispensable directory, a private pocket concierge, for the business traveler who is serious about staying productive on the road.

• The ONLY book for business travelers on the market including information for pre-trip planning and on the road reference, with phone numbers, directions, and other essential resources.
• Provides valuable licensed content from Gayot, www.gayot.com, including comprehensive guides with candid reviews of the best dining, accommodations, and nightlife.
• Covers 16 large U.S. cities in detail, complete with fully-illustrated maps!
• For those who don't want to carry the book with them on the road, a downloadable version for laptop or PDA will be available from the book's web site.

List of contents

Introduction.

The Business Travel Section.

The City Guides.

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1. Booking Your Trip.

Booking Direct. Using a Travel Agent. Making Online Reservations.

2. Mobile Technology.

Cell Phones. Laptop Computers. Personal Digital Assistants. Other Devices. Connecting to the Internet. Internet Security on the Road. Sending and Receiving Faxes. Mobile Devices and Airport Security.

3. Air Travel.

Making Your Flight Reservation. Performance Statistics. Consumer Service, Safety, and Security. Air Fares, Classes of Service, and Ticketing Rules. Overbooking and Getting Bumped. Delays and Cancellations. Changing Your Ticket. Before You Head to the Airport. Airport Security. Baggage. Airport Lounge Clubs. Frequent Flyer Programs. Business Programs. Aircraft. On the Plane. Alternatives to Commercial Air Travel. Major Domestic Carriers. A Word on International Travel.

4. Lodging.

Rates and Reservations. Hotel Fees and Phone Charges. The Business Class Room. High-Speed Internet Access. Business Centers. Loyalty Programs. Service Categories. Price Categories. Hotel Quick Reference Chart. Major Hotel Companies. Major Hotel Brands.

5. Rental Cars.

Car Rental Checklists. Reservations, Rates, and Charges. Rules, Requirements, and Restrictions. Insurance and Waivers. Vehicle Classes. Express Service and Loyalty Programs. Business Programs. Other Features and Services. Major Car Rental Companies.

6. Limousine and Car Services.

BostonCoach. Carey International. Dav El.

7. Amtrak.

Contact Information. Major Routes. Loyalty Program.

8. On-the-Road Business Services and Supplies.

Business Support, Computer, and Internet Providers. Computer, Electronics, and Office Supplies.

A. Prohibited and Permitted Items List.

B. Select Domestic Airport Codes.

C. Business Travel Publications.

9. Atlanta.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

10. Boston.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

11. Chicago.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

12. Dallas.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

13. Detroit.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

14. Houston.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

15. Las Vegas.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

16. Los Angeles.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

17. Miami.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

18. New York City.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

19. Philadelphia.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

20. Phoenix.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

21. San Francisco.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

22. Seattle.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

23. Washington, D.C.

Information Sources. Getting There. Getting Around. In Town.

About the author

Donna Williams began her well-traveled career in the mid-1980s as a banker with Bankers Trust Company. As an investment banker, she worked primarily designing structured finance transactions for healthcare and travel services companies. In 1993, she received her MBA from Columbia Business School. From there she launched her publishing career at Doubleday and was subsequently recruited to work in strategic development for the Times Mirror Company. In 1998, she joined BigStar Entertainment as Senior Vice President of Marketing and Business Development. Prior to writing The Business Travel Almanac 2004, Donna was a bi-coastal marketing and business development consultant. Her clients included Internet and publishing companies in industries spanning surfing to travel to healthcare. She lives in Athens, New York, where she writes about travel and is an occasional professor of microeconomics and marketing. This is her second book. She is also the author of New York On The Fly published by On The Fly International, LLC.

Summary

Need to book a hotel with high-speed access? Want to impress your client with the best restaurant in town? This title contains information about travel in general, including airline comparisons, hotel details, and rental car options. It focuses on 15 major US cities that are common destinations for business travelers.

Product details

• Authors: Michael Miller, Michael R. Miller, Donna Williams
• Publisher: Pearson Academic
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 04.11.2003
• EAN: 9780789729347
• ISBN: 978-0-7897-2934-7
• No. of pages: 448
• Weight: 450 g
• Series: Que; Business Travel Almanac; Que
• Subject: Social sciences, law, business > Business > Management