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Features That Your Corporate Shuttle Service Needs

Modified on Mar 21st 2019 by Pontarelli Chicago Limousine Service

Are you in need of a corporate shuttle service? Before you book, you may want to make sure that the service you're booking has these absolutely essential features. These features will ensure that your billing stays low and that your employees all arrive safely and on time. 1. Vehicle...

3 Common Social Media Mistakes You Don't Want to Make While Traveling

Modified on Mar 21st 2019 by Pontarelli Chicago Limousine Service

Social media and travel just seem to go together: after all, isn't it fantastic to be able to connect with everyone you know while on a lovely vacation? That being said, social media and travel aren't always friendly. There are a few social media mistakes you should avoid. 1. Allowing...

Tipping, Haggling and Bribing: How to Get Used to Alternative Money Traditions When Traveling

Modified on Mar 21st 2019 by Pontarelli Chicago Limousine Service

If you're going to be traveling internationally on business, you're going to need to learn a thing or two about tipping, haggling and bribing. While your culture may not do some or any of these things, it is commonplace in many other cultures and not doing it could actually be harmful....

Pontarelli Chauffeur Tips: The Dangers of Trying to Drive While Tired

Modified on Mar 21st 2019 by Pontarelli Chicago Limousine Service

Don't just hop into a rental car at the end of that red eye flight. Studies have shown that driving while tired can actually be more harmful than driving while drunk. The dangers of driving while tired has recently been catapulted into public consciousness on the wake of actor Tracy...

How to Cope with Special Dietary Needs When Flying

Modified on Mar 21st 2019 by Pontarelli Chicago Limousine Service

Food has become an essential part of the flying experience since passengers have been using airplanes to get from point A to point B. In today's economy, airlines are struggling to maintain profitability and have done away with many things that were previously standard fare on all...

5 Travel Fees and Charges You Really Don't Need to Pay

Modified on Mar 21st 2019 by Pontarelli Chicago Limousine Service

Many of the fees associated with travel are purely negotiable. Don't get nickel-and-dimed on your next trip; make sure that you question all of the costs you're presented with. Additional fees can quickly turn a hot deal into a budget breaker. 1. Boarding Pass Fees. Yes, believe it...

5 Ways to Ditch Travel Fatigue

Modified on Mar 21st 2019 by Pontarelli Chicago Limousine Service

It’s tough to stay alert and focused all day, especially when you’re jet-lagged or exhausted from the flight. Travel fatigue is a real menace and can lead to you failing in your goals. The good news is that, while you can never make it go away, there are some simple things you can do...

Security When Traveling Overseas

Modified on Mar 21st 2019 by Pontarelli Chicago Limousine Service

Security while traveling overseas for business can be daunting. It’s very broad ranging, covering everything from data loss to personal safety. With a little bit of preparation and a little knowledge it is however, very easy to minimize the risks and that’s where this week’s post...

Sleep Better on the Road

Modified on Mar 21st 2019 by Pontarelli Chicago Limousine Service

The need for rest is one of the key defining aspects of humanity - it not only affects body functions and mental health but it plays a role in keeping the immune and nervous system working properly. When traveling for business the value of sleep can be even more important but is often...

How to Persuade People to Attend Events

Modified on Mar 21st 2019 by Pontarelli Chicago Limousine Service

Getting people to attend your event is an issue that's key to the success of any event planning endeavor. While there are many small or gimmicky tactics to get people in, a key tool is persuasion and that is the focus of this post. We look to give you a heads up on some of the best...