Business Travel

A new trend is reshaping business trips: premium is in demand. Recent data shows that corporate travellers are spending more, staying longer, and expecting greater comfort and flexibility than ever before. In fact, average business trip lengths in Europe have increased to 10 days, and premium travel spend is set to surpass pre-pandemic levels this

No two days are ever the same, but here’s a sneak peek into Evie’s (one of our business travel consultants) Tuesday this week. ‘The day starts early. I wake up and get ready for the day wolfing down a quick breakfast. Some bookings have been approved whilst I slept (always a bonus), so at 9am

Business travel can be hectic enough – don’t let an oversight throw your plans off course.  When you first receive your itinerary AND before you head to the airport, take a moment to check: A quick review can save a LOT of stress… and give you time for that pre-flight coffee (or cheeky airport pint!)

Business doesn’t stick to 9-5, and neither does disruption. Flights get cancelled at midnight. Connections get missed on Sundays. Let’s face it, travel trouble rarely waits for the office to open. That’s why at Principal Business Travel, we make sure our Out of Hours service is helpful and human – just like us.  Here’s why

Do you have any business flights this week? Well, perfect timing! Many of our clientsopt for carry-on luggage to avoid queues at airports. We have complied a list of ourtop 5 most useful tips to help you fit everything into your luggage.Before you start packing, please check your airlines carry-on policy. Size and weightlimits may

Jet lag: the invisible nemesis of every long-haul business trip. It creeps in uninvited, dulls your focus, and threatens to derail even the most carefully planned agenda. But with a few smart tweaks to your routine, you can outsmart it and arrive ready to perform. Here are our favourite tried-and-tested hacks: 🕰️ 1. Start Adjusting

When people think of booking business travel, they often think of flights, hotels, transfers, and travel support—but did you know we also have a dedicated Meetings and Events team? Whether it’s a private dining experience in a hidden gem of a restaurant or a full-scale international conference, we can manage every detail. So, if you’re

Whether you’re a Master of Wine, a sommelier-in-training, or simply a business traveller with a taste for the finer things, combining business with a little time in a wine region is a clever way to blend productivity and pleasure. And right now, there’s no better place than Bordeaux. With one of our Principal team members

When you’re a solopreneur, your time is your most valuable asset. Every meeting, flight, and overnight stay needs to work hard for you. That’s why we’ve created this streamlined checklist to help make your business trips more efficient, so you can focus on what you do best—running your business. 1. Book Smart, Not Just CheapLook

In-flight Wi-Fi has evolved from a luxury to a near-essential service for many travellers, emphasising the role of advanced technologies like SpaceX’s Starlink in enhancing connectivity at 35,000 feet. The benefits of in-flight Wi-Fi are obvious: business travellers can manage emails, attend virtual meetings, and maintain productivity during flights. Leisure passengers enjoy streaming entertainment and