In a year when gas prices rose close to $4 a gallon, Wichita school board members have voted for the first time to reimburse themselves for miles driven within the district.
The school board voted 4-3 last month to allow members to be reimbursed for mileage while traveling in the district. Previously, they were reimbursed only for out-of-town expenses.
Board members said they don't know how much the policy change will cost.
Board president Lynn Read the rest of this entry »
In an economy like this one, what company can afford to send its employees on the road with suitcases full of high-tech gadgets? To cut costs, business travelers just need to tote an iPhone filled with applications that help them book airline flights, organize schedules and deliver presentations.
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) App Store has hundreds of travel-related apps and almost all of them are $9.99 or less. Indeed, the iPhone is making life much easier for business Read the rest of this entry »
With fuel surcharges, baggage fees and rising ticket costs, flying employees around the globe is pricier than ever. American Express Business Travel offers businesses these cash-saving tips:
- Confirm travel plans before booking; airlines often charge $150 or more for flight changes.
- Check as few bags as possible: Overnight delivery of presentation materials may be more cost-effective than checking an extra bag.
- Keep passports up to date Read the rest of this entry »
If you're a student, or you are footing the bill for one, there are ways to save when it comes to travel.
Southwest Airlines' College Rapid Rewards Program allows students to earn a free ticket after three round trips. Normally, you would have to fly eight round trips to earn 16 credits, which is enough for an award ticket. Students ages 18 to 23 will earn four bonus credits for enrolling, and they will earn one bonus credit for each one-way flight Read the rest of this entry »