Corporate car rental: save waiting time, skip the line!
Business car rental: save waiting time, skip the line! You probably know it: you have rented a car to spend your business trip pleasantly. However, waiting at the pick-up desk of the car rental company and filling out the paperwork often takes a lot of time. In this blog, we share tips to avoid queues at Avis, [...]
Tips for your business trip to Geneva
Tips for your business trip to Geneva Are you going on a business trip to Geneva soon? We give you all the information you need for your business trip in this Swiss capital. Geneva is the second largest city in Switzerland and is known for its many luxury stores, watches and pocket knives. This is where the European [...]
The must have cab apps: navigate the world with ease!
Must-have taxi apps: navigate the world with ease! Of course, the easiest thing is when your business trip is completely mapped out from start to finish. From your flights and hotels to the taxi that takes you to important appointments, sights, or the airport, everything is taken care of. If these rides are predetermined, it is [...]
Everything you need to know about a visa
Everything you need to know about a visa If you travel for business regularly or book frequent business trips outside of Europe for your colleagues, you're likely familiar with applying for visas. But what exactly is a visa? When do you need one? And what are important points to consider? Keep on reading! [...]
Easily and quickly book simple business travel online through UBI
Easily and quickly book simple business trips online via UBI Sometimes you know exactly which flights you want and which hotel you want to book. Instead of waiting for a response from our travel advisors, you can quickly and easily book business trips yourself online via UBI (the online booking tool of Uniglobe Alliance Travel). Booking a [...]
Do I need a visa for my trip to China in 2024?
Do I need a visa for my trip to China in 2024? For a (business) trip to China, it has long been mandatory to have a visa. But since December 1, 2023, Dutch travelers traveling to China until November 30, 2024, are no longer required to have one.
Airlines with wifi on planes
Stay connected: airlines with Wi-Fi on board. As a business traveler, it's great to be able to get some work done while on board, and that's best done with a good internet connection. For a long time, Wi-Fi on planes was unthinkable, but nowadays it's available during your flight on both short and long-haul routes. What [...]
Which countries have daylight saving time?
Which countries observe daylight saving time? As residents of the Netherlands, we are accustomed to the clocks going forward an hour in the spring and back an hour in the winter. This results in it being darker in the mornings during the summer and staying light longer in the evenings. This affects the biorhythm in [ ]
Everything you need to know about guaranteed flight through connections
Everything you need to know about guaranteed flight connections You may have heard of it before, but perhaps this concept is new to you. When planning a flight and the itinerary includes a layover, you may encounter a guaranteed connection. In this blog, we will take you through [...]
Electric car rental in Europe: charging and travel
Electric car rental in Europe: charging and traveling Renting an electric car in Europe is not only environmentally friendly, but also saves you money. Electricity is generally cheaper than gasoline or diesel, which can lead to significant savings on fuel costs during your trip. As the popularity of electric vehicles (EVs) continues to grow, […]
5 golden tips for booking a cheaper airline ticket
5 golden tips for booking a cheaper flight ticket We at Uniglobe Alliance Travel sometimes get asked: “Last year I also flew to this destination during the same period and my ticket was more than €200 cheaper, how can that be?”. There is no single answer to this question, as there are [ ]
Insider tips for your business trip to Hong Kong!
Insider tips for your business trip to Hong Kong! I, Bea Pors – Business Travel Consultant, have regularly visited Hong Kong for both business and pleasure. And I keep coming back. Hong Kong feels like a wonderful Western city, right in the middle of Asia. I never get tired of it, so even on a layover or on your way back to the Netherlands [...]
Tips for traveling with only carry-on luggage
Tips for traveling with carry-on luggage only In the business travel world, traveling with carry-on luggage only is very common. The era of flight tickets that include a piece of checked baggage as standard is also a thing of the past. Checked baggage can then be booked for an additional fee. Business travelers therefore often use only carry-on luggage (which is often included as standard).
Singapore Changi Airport: crown jewel among airports!
Singapore Changi Airport: Crown jewel among airports! An iconic airport with high-class service, extensive facilities for departing, arriving, and transit passengers, and named the world's best airport in 2023. I'm talking about Singapore Changi Airport! Recently, I – Business Travel Consultant, Jizlia Telussa – traveled to Southeast Asia for several weeks […]
Get the most out of your business trip: 5 tips to get the most out of your business trip
Get the most out of your business trip: 5 tips for more work happiness during and after a business trip. Many business travelers look forward to (sometimes new) destinations, new encounters, and new experiences that will take place during their trip. Research (by Kingston University in London and International SOS) shows that although three-quarters of travelers consider their trip to be [...]
What to do in case of an overbooked flight?
What to do about an overbooked flight? You hope you never experience it, but unfortunately, it's a reality and flights get overbooked. Airlines sell more tickets than they actually have seats available. This is done with the goal of achieving the highest possible seat occupancy rate. Every empty seat is one [ ]
What is ETIAS and what will it mean for you as a business traveler?
What is ETIAS and what will it mean for you as a business traveler? The number of travelers from outside the EU wishing to visit Schengen countries will continue to increase in the future. To gain more control over this flow of travelers, the EU is developing an advanced online authorization system called ETIAS. But for whom […]
Traveling by train: a sustainable alternative
Train Travel: A Sustainable Alternative Train travel is becoming increasingly popular, with many destinations being easier, faster, and more sustainable to reach. Not all business trips can be made by train, but where possible, it is a very good and more sustainable alternative than air travel. I […]
Sustainable accommodations during your business trip
Sustainable accommodations during your business trip The 2030 Climate Agreement is a topic of discussion for many people, as well as many companies. Together towards a sustainable new economy! But are we all willing to make compromises? In some cases, we will indeed have to think and act differently. As soon as we go on a (business) trip and have to make a choice […]
Taking the ferry on a business trip to England
On a business trip to England by ferry. England is an important business travel destination for many organizations and is often visited by plane or train. However, England is also very accessible by water! Step or drive aboard one of the ferries that sail to the UK. The departure ports are easily accessible from Rotterdam, [...]
What are the benefits of traveling in Premium Comfort Class by airline?
What are the benefits of traveling in Premium Comfort Class on an airline? Do you travel intercontinentally regularly? Then some extra legroom and onboard service are usually not an unnecessary luxury! However, Business Class tickets can be quite costly. If you don't have the budget to travel in Business Class, then a [...]
On business in Houston, Texas
On a business trip to Houston, Texas. “Houston, we have a problem,” the famous quote associated with the American city due to the Apollo 13 explosion. Today, this expression is used jokingly, and NASA's Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center is one of the most well-known sights. But Houston is also known for [...]
Tips and inspiration for a business trip to Bangkok
Tips and Inspiration for a Business Trip to Bangkok Bangkok is the economic heart of Thailand. Because the country's economy is primarily focused on product exports, business is very internationally oriented. But what can you expect from this bustling business city? And what are the best transport, hotel, and activity options? In this [...]
Traveling relaxed? Take advantage of an airport lounge during your business trip!
Relaxed travel? Make use of an airport lounge during your business trip! As a business traveler, you fly all over the world, find yourself in a different time zone each time, and are therefore awake at times when you would normally be sleeping. You sometimes have to deal with a layover, waiting time, delays, and meanwhile, you also want to [...]