Corporate travel planners want to make sure that their executives have a successful and comfortable flight whenever possible.
Comfort and reducing stress makes for doing better business at the other end. If there is an important meeting, presentation or event, of course the more rested and at ease after flying the better. Convenience is the watchword when booking your executives on flights – convenience whenever possible. So here is one item that is probably one of the most important, as well as often frustrating…seating!
At a time when companies are cutting costs, business class seating may not be an option for some business travelers. So how does a corporate travel planner choose a good seat in coach, and make sure the traveling exec has a chance at a pleasant flight? Let’s face it, few of the airplane seats are really good, and when a seat is bad…it’s awful!
Bad seats corporate travel planners should avoid:
- One place you want to be sure not to book is those directly adjacent to a bathroom! First problem - lots of people stand around them. Second problem - you have to deal with odors you might not want to smell. Third problem – these seats (usually at the back of the plane) don’t lean back fully – sometimes not at all.
- Avoid seats near the engines or you could a have a lot of noise to contend with
- 3. Sitting in the back also tends to subject you to fuel odors.
Better-to-Good seats corporate travel planners should book:
- Remember that exit row seats have extra leg room, but are only assigned at check-in because they are not allowed to seat anyone under 16 in those rows.
- Bulk head rows have no storage underneath the seat in front of you because there isn’t one. It’s a mixed blessing if you have two carry-on items.
- In general, the closer to the front the quicker off the plane when it lands... On international flights your luggage will usually beat you to the luggage belt as immigration lines can be long. First persons off the airplane are first persons on the immigration line. On domestic flights, though, even if you get off last you will probably get to the luggage belt before your luggage. Let’s face it, if you only have carry-on then being at the front of the plane makes it a breeze to grab and go!
Let’s face it – there is no ideal seat. Airplanes and airlines differ in their design and rules and layouts. Most airlines show their seating layouts, much like when you purchase tickets from a theater and they have a house seating chart online. But what’s a corporate travel planner to do?
There is a service called Seat Guru that shows a large array of interior layouts for different airlines. They offer a graphic map of seats showing good seats in green and poorer choices in red.
Don’t forget that after a trip, returning to Philadelphia, Newark, or JFK and the like, a great way your executive can get home with ease is to leave the driving to experts. Your business traveler will always get a terrific seat in our limousines. We’re here to help corporate travel planners shine in what they do. Call us!
Eating healthy can be a big challenge for businesspeople who do a lot of travelling. 
Whether by car or air, much of what is available would be having to fight hard NOT to call it “junk food.”
Healthy eating for business travelers on the interstates is a huge challenge. We see fast food a plenty where there used to be Mom and Pop restaurants with home-made cooking. Many gas stations have shelves lined with junk snacks and the like. Some have partnered up with some of the most well-known fast-food chains and the fare offered is mostly full of bad fats, calorie-loaded, carb-loaded and low on nutrition.
Healthy eating for business travelers in airports isn’t much better. Most of the fast-food chains have found their way all throughout the terminals, with very few restaurants that offer salads, fresh fruit and healthier possibilities for a solid, but low-fat, low calorie, high nutrition meal.
Traveling is already physically challenging but when you add to that the junk diet you would be hard-pressed to stay alert, fresh and energized. Let’s see how you can avert the stomach ache and artery-clogging choices.
As the first in a series of articles on healthy eating for the business traveler, we’ll start with good choices for breakfast. Breakfast truly is the most important meal of the day. Rule of thumb is DO eat breakfast. If you can get protein in at breakfast all the better. Try to keep it light. Don’t weigh yourself down with a huge breakfast. You’ll find your energy lasts much longer and
Here are some healthy suggestions:
*Oatmeal without tons of sugar. Add fresh fruit. A little milk is okay, but skip the cream, as it contains higher fat content. If you need sweetener or extra flavor ask for cinnamon and use a teaspoon of honey.
*Egg white omelets, veggie omelets and requesting they cook with very little to no butter is another good option. Skip the high fat cheeses too. Ask them if they have a low-fat cheese if you really need it.
*Bran muffins or whole grain toast are good ideas. Just don’t heap on jams and jellies filled with sugar, and don’t glom a lot of butter. A little dab will do you!
*Beware the continental breakfast bars at hotels. They temp you with sausage, bacon, danish and the like. Stick with whole grain cereal and low fat milk, yogurt, hard boiled eggs and fresh fruit.
With a little bit of effort and willpower, healthy eating for business travelers can be easy "tweaks" of your usual fare.
-Go from high fat to low,
-High sugar content to low,
-White bread to whole grain, to start.
You can navigate your way around the junk food and maintain your healthy diet while on a long road trip with just a little bit more planning and effort. You'll feel healthier, more alert, and have more fun.
In the next few installments of Healthy Eating for Business Travelers we’ll talk about lunches, dinners and snack items. We’ll also talk about how to stop eating from boredom while in-flight or on the road.
Another great resource on healthy eating for the business traveler to check out: http://www.101cookbooks.com/archives/healthy-eating-while-traveling-recipe.html
If you want to leave the driving to us, give us a call! 
We live in a “hurry-up, gotta have it now” world.
Whether for business travelers who need to be ready at a moment’s notice for international accounts, or people with family members overseas with an emergency, 24 Hour Passport Photos in Philadelphia are plentiful with a google search.
But that’s not all you might want at your fingertips in the event of an urgent travel plan. When the pressure is on to get tickets, get packed, remain productive and focused, the last thing you want to have to do is worry because you’ve left something you really needed behind. You also will want to insure you have up-to-date information and online resources regarding other countries, resources, warnings, and the like.
Luckily, there are a number of online checklist resources which already list items you may tend to forget, especially if you are rushing to pack. Let’s look at a few for the international traveler:
24 Hour Passport Photos in Philadelphia
Trip Resource Packing List: http://www.tripresource.com/travel-packing-list.htm
Rick Steve’s Europe Packing List: http://www.ricksteves.com/plan/tips/packlist.htm
State Department -Current Travel Warnings (a government site with up-to-date information so you avoid disasters and the like): http://travel.state.gov/travel/cis_pa_tw/tw/tw_1764.html
The U.S. Foreign & Commonwealth Office (advice on traveling and living abroad): http://www.fco.gov.uk/en/travel-and-living-abroad/staying-safe/driving-abroad
You human resources department may also have quite a bit of very helpful information to assist you. 
24 hour passport photos in Philadelphia isn’t the only 24 hour service you may need. Think about these as well:
- 24 hour prescription (many major drug store chains have 24 hour locations, so check your local area on their website).
- 24 hour walk-in medical and/or vaccinations (in the event that you have a condition and you can’t get into your usual doctor, you may very well need to be seen before you hop on that plane) Note, Passport Health will come to your company site to vaccinate.
- 24 hour grocery (in case you are on a special diet and don’t want to rely on airport or airplane food)
- Philadelphia 24 hour limousine services
It's all about being prepared. The more of the research and preparation you do while no urgency exists, the smoother things will go for your international trip when you need them to.
We're here to help!
Subtle Sexual Harassment Shows Up in Ways You Might Not Have Thought of, and Don't Take it Lightly!
Sexual harassment is no joke, and while the typical stereotype is more of men harassing women, it is truly gender-neutral. While the majority of claims are of a female charging a male with harassment, there are also cases of same sex harassment. Sexual orientation is not the criteria; it is whether the harassment is based on sex.
Courts have upheld Title VII for cases of subtle sexual harassment in which a woman is harassed and discriminated against because she doesn’t act feminine enough. The same goes for a man who is belittled for having more effeminate mannerisms and gestures. But homophobic slurs and remarks don’t necessarily “count” under Title VII. Under current federal law interpretation, it may not be considered illegal harassment if a gay personal is teased and belittled for his or her sexual orientation.
Smart employers know subtle sexual harassment is “dangerous water” and it erodes trust, productivity and morale. It is highly destructive to the corporate culture.
So what might constitute subtle sexual harassment?
-Employer or boss implying that a woman employee use her sexual appeal to “land the client”, or to get the customer to purchase.
-A male co-worker is constantly bombarded him with sexually explicit photos of women which makes him uncomfortable.
-Unwanted jokes, gestures, offensive words on clothing and unwelcome comments and repartee.
-Touching and any other bodily contact (i.e., scratching or patting a coworker’s back, grabbing around the waist or even stopping an employee’s ability to move).
-Repeatedly flirting or proposing a date.
-Sending emails with sexual jokes nature
-Showing sexually suggestive objects or other items
-Playing music that is sexually suggestive.
What can an employer do to deal with subtle sexual harassment?
It needs to be addressed in the employee handbook with specific policy, but don’t be afraid to talk about it. It must be addressed during employee orientation that it will not be tolerated in any form.
- Sexual harassment must be defined.
- You must make it clear in the handbook, including the homophobic slanders and remarks.
- The penalties need to be serious – even to the point of firing an abuser.
- You must have clear and specific procedures for employees to file claims and complaints.
- Employees need to trust that a full investigation will take place. Don’t state it if you aren’t going to follow through.
More Information
Nolo Press is a very helpful site for businesses to get more resources and information to help with this issue.
- You can read more on Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
- You can see a Nolo article Why You Should Create an Employee Handbook.
- You can define company policies using Nolo’s CD-ROM Create Your Own Employee Handbook
- According to a current issues update from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), sexual harassment occurs, "when submission to or rejection of this conduct explicitly or implicitly affects an individual's employment, unreasonably interferes with an individual's work performance or creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive work environment."
From time to time we at Corporate Sedan Service will be posting important tips like this for businesspeople, business owners and companies of all sizes. We believe in being a resource for information of all kinds for our customers.
The Economy Hits Everyone-Including Companies and Major Corporations
Have you seen that new TV Show on Sunday nights called Once Upon a Time? Well, fairy tales are not exactly our specialty, but we do offer some major discounts for companies and corporations you will find rare in the Corporate Sedan Service business.
We are in Bucks County, Pennsylvania and we provide round-trip, private sedan and limousine services to and from anywhere in the tri-state area, including Philadelphia Airport, JFK Airport, Newark Airport & Atlantic City. 
With a large fleet of late model vehicles and knowledgable driving professionals, Our Philadelphia limo service meets the unique needs of each client safely and reliably. For a corporate car service which begins with a dependable ride to the Philadelphia Airport, start with us. We offer a unique service JUST FOR YOU:
- Our LIVE reservation operators are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to assist with your Philadelphia limousine services requirements.
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Combat Veterans return to Philadelphia, facing big challenges in making the transition into civilian life.
If you, or someone you love are affected, you already know that with this economy and the unemployment rate, veterans are returning to great frustration in being able to support themselves and their families. But there are other issues they face on top of the employment challenges that must be considered. These issues span the gamut from practical to physical, as well as emotional and mental. Combat veterans return to Philadelphia, and to "Every City, USA" to face themselves and their families as different people.
The ravages of their military service, by necessity, changes a person's perspective on almost every aspect of life. Having possibly seen and experienced first hand, what no American civilian would ever want to, Combat veterans return to Philadelphia and our Country having to redefine who they are, how they want to live and just how to go about doing so.
Some do so having lost limbs, nursing wounds and experiencing medical concerns that overwhelm them. Our combat veterans need all the support we can give them for any and all of their challenges. Combat veterans...
…may have unusal medical symptoms.
…may have sleep challenges and flashbacks.
…have feel lost, depressed, or overwhelmed.
...may need retraining into another field of work
…must now bridge gaps in relationships due to the long separation.
…may be suffering from post-traumatic stress syndrome, which causes a variety of mental/emotional stressors and challenges they, or their families may not even be aware of.
...may have developed an addiction of some kind to cope with their stress.
Here in the Philadelphia area are a number of resources to help our veterans, and if you need assistance, these entities will most likely either provide the service, or will be able to point you in the right direction.
Veterans Administration: http://www.philadelphia.va.gov/freedom.asp
Helping veterans find or get training for employment and much more: http://www.impactservices.org/vet_services/index.php and http://www.returntohonorworkshop.com/
Alcoholics Anonymous, Overeaters Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, Al-anon: www.aa.org
VA Regional Office & Insurance Center: http://www.vba.va.gov/ro/philly/Index.htm helping with claims for Compensation and Pension, Death benefits, Vocational Rehabilitation, and Employment, and can also help veterans apply for Education benefits and Home Loans.
Thank you to all of our veterans for their faithful service to our Country!
Welcome home from us here at --Corporate Sedan Service Philadelphia. 
Whether you suffer badly from motion sickness, or even a little, it’s no fun!
Nausea is probably one of the worst feelings, and especially when you want to have fun on your vacation – or if you are traveling on business and need to be at your best.
You may also not be able to get to your doctor in time for any kind of prescription remedy. Or, you may not be someone who likes taking medications. There are, thank goodness, some natural remedies you can take and it is well worth using them. They really work, and no side affects!
1. The common spice, ginger is a tried and true natural cure for motion sickness, used often by pregnant women, especially in those first three months when nasea and the urge to vomit are a common symptom with changing pregnancy hormones.
It turns out that ginger works regardless of the cause of the nasea. It can be taken in a tea form by simmering the peeled ginger root (cubed) in spring water for ten minutes. Sweeten with honey or stevia and you’ve got a terrific (and strong) medicinal tea.
Two other, simpler ways to get ginger into your tummy: you can get a sweetened tincture in a dropper bottle at the health food store. 10 drops in hot water and you have an "instant" tea. But for those too squeamish to taste ginger directly the capsules of powdered ginger are the easiest of all.
2. Acupressure wrist bands. Acupressure is acupuncture without needles and has long been used as a natural cure for motion sickness. It is an ancient art for curing what ails, and motion sickness is no exception. It works well.. There are a variety of companies that make these wrist bands so simply google “sea sickness relief," or "acupressure wrist bands for motion sickness” and you’ll be on your way.
3. Homeopathic remedies are based on the principle of “like cures like” and these remedies were once used as primary medicine in England. Many people swear by them as natural cures for motion sickness, and have for years. There are a variety of homeopathic remedies you can choose from. Two of the most common are
Argentum Nitricum – best if you experience dizziness, nausea and vomiting, a sense of claustrophobia, excitability and anxiety as the group of symptoms that characterize your motion
Cocculus Indicus – the most common of the homeopathic remedies for motion sickness – is especially effective for people who find nasea gets worse when they see or smell food. This may also incude weakness, dizziness and a need to lie down.
4. Finally, if you fear you need additional help, hypnosis may be a good option. A good clinical hypnotherapist will usually also teach you self-hypnosis techniques to practice at home. There are clinical hypnotherapists who are also nurses or who have health professional backgrounds, and who have knowledge of other ways to assist you.
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What's Your "Hassle Factor" in Travel?
If you live and work in Philadelphia but your best flight choice leaves from JFK, before you dismiss a limo as too costly first evaluate what's known as the cost of a "Hassle Factor" (HF for short) taking a bus or imposing on friends or family.
Consider that if you had to take a bus to JFK, what does the HF cost you?
Does the bus schedule coordinate with yours and your family's? You may have to get less sleep or leave at inconvenient times to you and yours, or to your employer.
Do you have to impose on a friend or family member to drive you to the bus station? If not what will the cost of a taxi to the bus be?
Will it add a huge amount of stress to your trip in time and physical wear and tear? Especially if you have children, their needs may not coordinate well with arrangements you have to juggle, plus the time it will take you to book and confirm everything.
Is the cost differential big enough to warrant you spending more time and hassle? Here's a no-obligation, no-risk way to get a huge discount on our premiere service:
How heavy and cumbersome is all the luggage you have to manage in the many transitions from car or cab to the bus station and then to airport check-in (this may well cost you alot in tips during all these transitions, adding up sizeably.
Learn how easy, convenient and HF-Free a limo service to JFK can be. There are far more reasons to take our limo than you might have even thought of.
If you want to have a successful international business, proper etiquette and communication can make or break your success!
Because technology has made it simple to talk with anyone, anywhere in the World, (and at any time), the keys to international business success today is becoming as common as it previously was with your neighbor down the street. We do business with people through webinars, teleseminars, Skype and e-mail. There are no limits of time and space anymore. This is opening up opportunities that never existed before for many businesses to grow. It has also brought more competition into the workplace with people from many different countries vying for the same positions and contracts.
So, the keys to international business success are in you understanding that although as human beings we are all similar, varying cultural beliefs and customs must be considered very carefully. To make it even more challenging, keep in mind that in addition to considering cultural differences on issues and practices, there is still the variable of personality styles and left vs. right-brain thinking! People and communication skills are probably the most valuable assets you will develop!
The primary and most important of the keys to international business success is that of knowing more about your prospect before you even begin contact. If you are going to travel to your prospect's Country then before you fly, take time to familiarize yourself with the following ("laundry list" below). These issues are important to know whether you are traveling to them, or they are traveling to you, as well as whether you are on Skype or webinars with them. What can you learn about their…
- International business practices
- Business customs and protocol
- Holidays
- Cross-cultural communication
- Negotiating
- Women in business – status and views; also gender issues in business
- Etiquette (hand shakes, bowing, eye contact)
- Business entertainment/gift giving
- Religion
- Language
- Business hours/etiquette (do they take siestas? Do they do business evenings? Weekends?
- Health advice/precautions/security issues/travel advisories/ vaccines
- Views on family issues
Discuss the special issues which may arise with your colleagues and co-workers before you engage with a foreign prospect. What situations may arise, given the venue (i.e., online communication without visual takes even greater consideration of eommunication through written language vs. video or in-person encounters where customs and practices may differ greatly.) Is it proper to shake a woman's hand in that Country? Do they have a different meaning for a word than we do here in America, even if your prospect is from a primarily English-speaking culture (like Australia or England)?
Among the most important keys to international business success is that of keeping an open mind and being flexible. It may open doors that you did not know existed. We all can learn from others and what better way to cross our cultural boundaries and expand our businesses and selves as we all live on the same planet...
Flying from Philadelphia, Newark or JFK airport? We'll take you there on time and in style. Entertaining international clientele? Treat them with the best transportation from the moment they land and throughout their visit. We're Corporate Sedan Service. We've got you covered.
Philadelphia Is the Home of the GREATEST Sports Fans in the Country
Are you a sports fan? If you are and you live in the Philadelphia area, you have it all-Football, Baseball, Hockey, Baseball and much, much more! Philadelphia is one of the few cities with a professional franchise in all four major league sports, in addition to having a professional men’s indoor soccer team and two professional men’s lacrosse teams. 
When you decide to attend a sports event in Philadelphia, hiring a limo can be a more than rewarding experience. We offer several Sport Event Special packages for you to choose from that will make getting to the game so much more fun.
Corporate Sedan Service, a Philadelphia limousine service, will provide any team paraphernalia you choose. We can set up your limousine any way you wish and we will stock the bar with your favorite beverages! We also offer limousines with televisions so you won’t miss a minute of the pre-game. 
It just makes good sense with the economy problems today, the cost of tickets to one of these major events that the most fun and most bang-for-the buck way to see one of these great events is to gather a group of friends, take a limo and make it a special event! You won't have to drive, you won't have to worry about parking-all you have to do is ENJOY YOURSELF!
We can make your sports event a GREAT event in PHILADELPHIA! Just call us, tell us what you want and sit back and have a fun day with your family and friends-you deserve it!
The next time you are thinking about attending a sports event, let us help you plan your day so that YOU can enjoy it as much as all the people with you! 
RUN, don't walk, to your computer or phone and contact us! It would be our pleasure to help you, one of the best sports fans in the country, to help plan your special day!