Business travel expense management: how to maintain control over costs, compliance, and efficiency
Business travel is indispensable for many organizations. It contributes to growth, collaboration, and customer relationships. At the same time, it often leads to administrative complexity: fragmented costs, unclear agreements, and little control over compliance. Therefore, good travel administration goes beyond processing receipts. It's about structure, insight, and control, so that finance, HR, and management can [continued...]
Business Travel Management in Practice: 5 Handy Tips
Business travel is indispensable for many organizations. Visiting clients, international projects, trade fairs, or training sessions: it's all part of the job. As soon as employees start making their own bookings through various channels, the overview can quickly disappear. Where is everyone, what is the actual cost, and how sustainably are we still traveling? 5 useful tips to keep a grip on business travel At [...]
ROI of Travel Management: What it Really Delivers
Whether employees travel for you occasionally or regularly: business travel involves surprisingly many costs and administrative work. Tickets, hotels, changes, reimbursements: without structure, it quickly becomes a mess. That's why more and more organizations are choosing to professionalize their travel management. Because good travel management delivers immediate benefits. In time, […]
Sustainable business travel: how to reduce your company's and your own travel CO₂ footprint
Sustainable travel is no longer just a trend. Companies are facing increasing pressure from customers, employees, and shareholders to reduce their ecological footprint. For business travel, this primarily means: smarter planning, making conscious choices, and ensuring your trip has the least possible negative impact on the environment. Whether you regularly travel for […]
Smart choices in business travel: how to get a grip on your travel policy
Business travel costs money. But it also yields benefits, provided it's organized well. Anyone who wants to keep a grip on their travel budget, wants peace of mind and clarity for travelers, and wants to comply with internal agreements or CSR policies will eventually reach the same conclusion: you need a robust travel policy. And at least as important: a partner who [...]
Business Travel in 2025: These 3 Trends Will Make a Difference
Business travel is no longer what it used to be. While it previously revolved primarily around efficiency and cost savings, the focus is gradually shifting towards well-being, awareness, and experience. It's time to zoom in on three important trends in business travel for 2025. 1. Bleisure 2.0: from an informal perk to an HR tool Bleisure, the combination of [...]
The ultimate packing list for your business trip
The Ultimate Packing List for Your Business Trip A well-organized business trip doesn’t start at the airport. Those who travel for business regularly know that the smallest details make all the difference. A forgotten charger, a wrinkled shirt, or an incomplete toiletry bag can unnecessarily disrupt the start of an important meeting. That’s why a smart and systematic [...]
Smart and sustainable business travel: practical tips for reduced impact
Smart and Sustainable Business Travel: Practical Tips for a Lower Impact. Travel has an impact on the environment, but with smart choices, you can significantly reduce it. Whether you travel by train, car, or plane, there are plenty of ways to travel more sustainably without compromising on convenience and efficiency. In this [...]
The importance of a travel policy
The Importance of a Travel Policy At Uniglobe Alliance Travel, we support companies in the Netherlands with planning and managing business travel. From guidelines on who is allowed to book travel to determining what can be booked: a good travel policy is indispensable for this. It provides structure, clarity, and concrete guidelines for business travel. Furthermore, it helps [...]
The world's 5 busiest airports: Where the world meets
The world's busiest airports: Where the world meets Airports are essential for modern business travel, where efficiency, convenience and connectivity are key. These busiest airports in the world offer not only global connections, but also facilities specifically designed to save time, promote productivity and provide comfort while traveling. In [...]
Premium comfort class or business class: Which comfortable choice will you go for?
Premium comfort class or business class: Which comfortable choice will you go for? Do you often fly for work and are ready for more comfort on a long flight? Then seats in premium comfort class or business class are definitely worth considering! But how do you choose which class suits you best? [...]
On a business trip to Oslo: the Scandinavian pearl
On a business trip to Oslo: the Scandinavian pearl Welcome to Oslo! This vibrant capital of Norway has a lot to offer, from culture and architecture to impressive nature and sustainability. Did you know that Oslo was named European Green Capital in 2019? Not surprisingly, as it is one of the few cities in [...]
NDC rates: what are the benefits and limitations?
NDC rates: what are the benefits and limitations? NDC, which stands for New Distribution Capability, is a data exchange format developed by IATA (International Air Transportation Association). The purpose of NDC is to provide a greater diversity of fares to travelers and ultimately create more personalized fares. Currently, these fares are offered through proprietary channels [...].
Alternative travel options for fear of flying
Alternative travel options for fear of flying Fear of flying is more common than you think and can be a significant obstacle to business travel. Fortunately, there are several alternatives to air travel within Europe that are not only practical, but also comfortable and efficient. Here are some options that are particularly suitable for the business traveler. Travel by [...]
The road to sustainable business travel
The road to sustainable business travel Business travel is often necessary, and the modern business traveler is looking for a balance between time management, comfort and sustainability. With the growing focus on environmental friendliness, sustainable business travel is now a must. In this blog, we share tips and inspiration for making your next business trip as sustainable as possible. New business travel trends In [...]
Car rental based on full credit voucher or booking through Sunny Cars?
Car rental based on full credit voucher or booking through Sunny Cars? When planning a business trip, mobility is a crucial factor. Whether you prefer a full credit voucher with Uniglobe Alliance Travel or prefer to rent through Sunny Cars, it is important to understand the options and benefits. In [...]
Sofia, the extraordinary Bulgarian capital
Sofia, the extraordinary Bulgarian capital When you think of Sofia, you may not immediately think of a bustling metropolis like Barcelona or New York. Yet the Bulgarian capital is not inferior to these cities, with an impressive historic center and the rolling contours of Mount Vitosha in the background. As a lively college town, the place is buzzing with [...]
Easily keep your business trip report in Polarsteps!
Easily keep your business trip report in Polarsteps! We see that business trips are often extended with some leisure days to explore a bit more of the destination (also called bleisure). A free travel app that comes in handy during bleisure trips is "Polarsteps. This travel app is designed to help travelers automatically [...] their trips.
Business travel Manila: A travel guide for business travelers
Business Travel Manila: A Travel Guide for Business Travelers As a Business Travel Consultant at Uniglobe Alliance Travel, I, Jasper, would like to share my experiences and tips on a business trip to Manila, the capital of the Philippines where I recently spent three weeks. In this blog I will tell you everything you need to know for a (business) [...]
Lightning fast via the Eurotunnel from Calais to Dover
Lightning fast via the Eurotunnel from Calais to Dover Travel to England can be done in several ways: by plane, ferry and train! In this blog we give some extra attention to the train journey (with car) via the Eurotunnel from Calais to Dover. And for a good reason: it is one of the fastest way to [...]
Navigating the skies of frequent flyer loyalty programs: KLM Flying Blue & BlueBiz
Navigating the skies of frequent flyer loyalty programs: KLM Flying Blue & BlueBiz In the vibrant airline industry, airlines are constantly looking for innovative methods to strengthen customer loyalty and retain travelers for the long term. One proven method is the loyalty program, where frequent flyers are rewarded with valuable benefits, encouraging them to book repeatedly. [...]
Flying to Africa and flying within Africa
Flying to Africa and flying within Africa Africa Africa was not really known for its efficient and safe network of flight connections. In recent years, however, the situation has greatly improved, both in terms of efficiency and safety. Those traveling to the continent have a growing number of aircraft connections to choose from, and even on regional routes the options are increasing [...].
Global rendezvous 2024 in Rome: city of triumph and gastronomy
Global rendezvous in Rome: city of triumph and gastronomy Recently, the Uniglobe Alliance Travel management team gathered in Rome for the annual Uniglobe Global Rendezvous. This event provided excellent opportunities to network with international colleagues within the Uniglobe International group, gain inspiration and enjoy the rich cultural [...]
Istanbul's mega airport: Istanbul International Airport
Istanbul's mega airport: Istanbul International Airport Back in 2018, we wrote in this blog about the completion of Istanbul International Airport's newest airport, a project that pushed the boundaries of aviation infrastructure and ushered in a new era for air travel in Europe beyond. Once again, we take you through the developments [...]