hotels for business travelers: Prestonfield in Edinburgh, Scotland

The outrageously decadent Prestonfield hotel in Edinburgh, Scotland gives business travelers something to shout about. In addition to the over-the-top luxe beauty of the place, guests are greeted with a bottle of champagne en suite.

I think everywhere I go people should have champagne waiting for me. That's just a really nice way to say "Hi! We're glad you're here!"

Friends and Family, take note.

Rent a Castle in Scotland

Renting a castle, once thought to be out of reach for most, has quickly become a popular choice of corporate venue in Scotland. Internationally recognized Dundas Castle and its 1,000-acre estate provide a unique corporate venue for international event planners looking for something new and different in Scotland.

Business Travelers Sated by Willows Inn Wine Dinners

The Willows Inn Sunset Room at Sunset

A new article highlights the monthly wine dinners at the Willows Inn on Lummi Island. The dinners offer business travelers the chance to enjoy exceptional food, wine and conversation. Rotating chefs from Pacific Northwest restaurants and local winemakers and brewers provide the delectable dishes and the drinks; the ever-changing mix of guests makes conversation easy and fun.

Edinburgh International Climbing Arena Charms Business Travelers

The Edinburgh International Climbing Arena offers a treasure trove of event planning ideas for visitors. While showcasing competition-grade rock climbing walls in the climbing arena, the venue also features modern spaces for offsite meetings and creative team building ideas any business can use.

overseas travel planning tips

A newly posted article on overseas travel planning tips includes ideas for what to pack, last-minute to-dos to square away and what to bring for a comfortable flight to another country. International travel planning ideas make every business trip better!

international business travel checklist

Photo provided by Fommy.com.

Packing for international business travel in the midst of work can seem overwhelming. Conquer fears about what to bring on a trip overseas and learn about what’s required for international travel. An international business travel checklist makes planning easier with tips on packing and staying comfortable during a long flight.

Fairhaven, Washington a Haven for Shoppers

Fairhaven, Washington is chock full of sweet shops and elegant restaurants. Learn more about why the charming historic district of Bellingham, Washington is such a popular stop.

more executive gift ideas

Some more executive gift ideas for busy business travelers in an e-media magazine today. Ideas for business corporate gifts this holiday season include high-end phone headsets, fingerprint security, laptop holders and mobile phone memory cards. Check 'em out online and then get shopping, folks!

executive corporate gift ideas for christmas

I am madly testing a huge stack of gadgets and managed to get a couple of new articles in an e-media magazine that highlight executive corporate gift ideas and business client gifts for the holidays. I also posted another article that provides tips for shipping, mailing and traveling with corporate gifts during the holiday season. Feel free to post your tips in the comments section of the blog.

last call for 2008 interactive design competition

It's coming down to the wire: The deadline for Communication Arts magazine's 15th Interactive Competition is December 15, 2008. The jury's selections will be published in the 2009 Interactive Annual and on the Communication Arts website and is considered something of a coup.

Eligible projects might include websites, interactive kiosks, handheld devices, online services and CDs. Enter the interactive design competion online. And best of luck to you.