Depending on your ailment, it can be embarrassing to have to frantically run down to the hotel convenience store for OTC meds on the road. But it can be downright impossible to find what you are looking for in some foreign destinations. I never travel anywhere without the mental comfort of knowing that I have packed pills to combat every cold, stomach bug or headache that comes my way. Be ready for your next business travel medical woe with this handy first aid kit packing list.

Today only (July 8th, 2009), Southwest Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, United, JetBlue and US Airways are all offering round trip fares as low as $60 for selected flights September 9th to November 18th. Southwest was the first to offer the summer savings, but the other airlines quickly followed suit. Book by 11:59 PM this evening!

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I'm not footing the bill (yet) for my work travels, but I know it's in my best interest to save money on business travel wherever I can. That's why I always do some of my own research before calling the company travel agency to book my flight and hotel. Whether you've been told to keep to a certain price limit on hotels or not, learn how to shave precious dollars off of your bill with these tips for getting a discount on hotels.

Six months after making a resolution to eat healthier I'm still struggling to follow through. I could blame my hectic work schedule and business travels, but it's really my laziness - and love of Whoppers - that's to blame. To help me get back on track, I've put together a handy list of simple strategies for eating better on the road - from smarter choices at the drive-thru to healthy snacks, they'll help you resist temptation (some of the time, anyway) on your travels.

Since my poor diet isn't the only reason my clothes are getting a little snug, I'm also determined to exercise more while away. My new Garmin watch and its cool workout features will help, but it's just one of a number of portable fitness gadgets that can help us shape up and slim down on the road. Be well!