Executive Travel Magazine

September 2009

Old cities, new ways

Europe is familiar ground to most business travelers, but here everything old is new again.

The geography of the European Union has expanded over the last decade, and its economic landscape has also shifted. Business opportunities still exist in the EU, but many have migrated from region to region. Our goal for this issue of Executive Travel is to present an update for business travelers—a challenging task when discussing a continent that considers itself a union but consists of member states with different cultures, varied economies and an array of languages.

Europe's Classic Cooking Schools

By Laura Daily

No matter your level of culinary skill, Europe has sizzling opportunities for your next cooking-school vacation.

Europe's Appeal for Foreign Direct Investment

By William Boston

A case study illustrates the ever changing landscape of foreign direct investment in Europe.

Challenges for a European Airlines

By Caroline Mallan

The problems facing carriers on the continent are very different from those confronting U.S. airlines.

How to Learn a Foreign Language

By Jenna Schnuer

Finding the right method of language study can help you learn to communicate with confidence.

Best Celebrity Chef Restaurants

By Jill Fergus

It's time to revisit those classic restaurants that have been wowing you-and your clients-for more than 25 years.

Europe's Capital Cities

Executive Travel's guide to 15 of Europe's capitals is tailored to the business traveler.

City Guide: Brussels

By Kimberley Lovato

The diplomatic center of Europe is shaking off its musty image.

Picking the Perfect Passport Holder

By Stan Williams

Whether you're a jet-setter or a casual voyager, pick a passport carrier that fits your travel style.

Tips for Using Your Cell Phone Overseas

By Christopher Null

What's worse: The fact that your phone is rendered useless in Europe, or the fact that your phone worked fine—but then the giant bill arrived?

Hotel Focuses on Luxury and Wellness

Healing Hotels of the World focus on keeping guest healthy and relaxed.

New Inflatable Seat Belts

New hefty seat belts may contain an airbag for your protection.

Reopening Cuba for Travel

Petitions seeking to open up Cuban travel and lift the 50-year ban.

Websites for Tracking Flights Online

Site tracks specific locations of commercial flights using live data directly from the Federal Aviation Administration.

Discover New One-way Awards Program

By Randy Petersen

One–way awards, recently introduced by American’s AAdvantage program, have some surprising benefits.

Delta Closes India Center

Due to customer complaints, Delta has terminated reservation centers in India.

New Airline for Pets Only

New carrier, Pet Airways, offers pet-friendly travel for your four legged friend.

Website Consolidates Hotel Reviews

For those who research hotels beforehand, visitors can now have every rant and rave consolidated.

Continental Begin Switch to Star Alliance

Continental is due to switch to Star Alliance, breaking business with rival SkyTeam.

In Brief | September 2009

Understanding the In-Flight Cell Phone Ban

By Chris Cooke

Using cell phones and other electronic devices may interfere with an aircraft's electronic and navigation systems, as well as put passengers and crew at risk.

How to Avoid Work Overload

Avoid overload and impossible expectations by making the right calls at the right time.

How to Successfully Make a Sale

By Jill Konrath

Understanding a prospective customer needs-and making the sale-may require something as simple as slowing down and staying quiet.

Amsterdam

Athens

Berlin

Bucharest

Budapest

Dublin

London