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Streamlining the car rental experience with Avis
Avis understands that travellers’ time is valuable, so they are continually striving to find better ways to enhance their customers’ journeys. Collecting the keys to an Avis rental vehicle has just got even easier thanks to their new state-of-the-art self-service kiosks.
Elevate your business travel with Air France and KLM
Discover unparalleled comfort with the premium cabins of Air France, KLM and Delta Air Lines. From spacious seating and gourmet meals in Premium Comfort to the ultimate luxury of La Première, your business travel experience is elevated to new heights.
Austrian Airlines: Servus Dreamliner
Welcome to the fleet: Austrian Airlines guests are now also feeling the Dreamliner effect. Since June, the first Boeing 787 Dreamliner has been flying for the Austrian airline on flights from Vienna to New York and Chicago. And combines an exclusive, modern travel experience with typical Austrian hospitality.
Even more digital entertainment on Lufthansa flights
Lufthansa is offering new entertainment options on short- and medium-haul flights!
25 years of help alliance and a future for young people
The help alliance is celebrating its 25th anniversary and continues to advocate for a self-determined future for young people worldwide. With a focus on education, training and work, it is currently creating prospects for children, teenagers and young adults in over 60 projects in 29 countries, together with competent local partners and thanks to the strengths of the Lufthansa Group. That’s got a future!
New approaches in winter: With Lufthansa from Munich to São Paulo and Vancouver
Lufthansa is increasing its connections across the Atlantic for the winter 2024/25 flight schedule and will be flying to the Brazilian metropolis of São Paulo, the largest economic and industrial center in the southern hemisphere, and Vancouver, Canada's commercial center and the second largest port on the North American west coast. This means that more direct connections to two important economic centers are available for the winter.
SWISS wins Skytrax Award for best First Class Lounge
SWISS was honored at the Skytrax World Airline Awards 2024 for its First Class Lounge at Zurich Airport. The awards are the result of this year's survey conducted by the international rating organization Skytrax with over 21 million guest reviews.
What to do when your name is wrong on a plane ticket
Imagine trying to check in for a flight only to be stopped because your name is wrong on the ticket. A small oversight – like a missing letter or using a preferred name instead of a legal name – could cause big delays with airline agents and security personnel. When you find an error, take action immediately. Here’s some advice.
Wyndham Rewards: Start earning points on your stays
Whether you’re traveling for work, play, or something in between, you deserve to be rewarded.
Business, but casual: Eurowings’ corporate program EW4Business
Business travelers will appreciate cost savings and even greater flexibility for companies of all sizes with EW4Business.
Turkish Airlines Named Best Airline in Europe at Skytrax Awards for the Ninth Time
Also known as the Oscars of the aviation industry, the World Airline Awards saw several accolades being presented to the successful flag carrier on 24 June, 2024. In addition to being recognised as the “Best Airline in Europe”, Turkish Airlines won two other top awards at the ceremony, including the “World's Best Business Class Catering” and “Best Airline in Southern Europe”.
6 major business travel shows in September 2024
BCD's leaders and subject matter experts will appear at several key industry events in September, covering hot topics like Media & Entertainment services, sustainable travel, and the place for innovation in business travel.
BCD TV: What makes us so special
Check out our playlist of newly released videos from BCD TV. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to get notified when new videos go live.
A business traveler’s guide to the Electronic System for Travel Authorization
The ESTA program offers a convenient way to enter the U.S. without the need for a visa. Here's what business travelers need to know.
Asia Pacific business travel: Recovery and planning for a sustainable future
As global air travel recovers throughout APAC, the focus on sustainability has never been more critical, says BCD's Greg O'Neil.
What makes Johannesburg a great place for business trips?
Johannesburg, fondly known as the "City of Gold," is a dynamic metropolis that perfectly blends business opportunities with rich cultural experiences. Regarded as South Africa's economic powerhouse, Johannesburg is a top destination for business travelers from around the globe. Kagiso Dumasi, Director, Strategic Business Development, Global Network at BCD Travel South Africa, guides business travelers through the city.
Snapshot: South Africa’s potential as a business travel market
Southern Africa's travel industry is poised for growth. The rebound in and expansion of international travel to South Africa will help unlock the country’s potential, according to analysis from BCD’s Research & Intelligence team.
2024 Sustainability Report: A roadmap for responsible travel
BCD Travel has made remarkable strides for sustainability over the past year. Our 2024 Sustainability Report showcases the significant efforts we’ve taken to manage our environmental footprint, enhance our social impact, and strengthen our governance practices. Our comprehensive report is worth reading for insights into how we’re maintaining focus on sustainability for our organization, clients and the business travel industry.
Meet BCD’s new marketplace partners for TRM, sustainability and payment
Business travel is complex. Our marketplace partners can help corporate travel teams meet program goals with confidence and peace of mind.
BCD’s TripSource now displays CO2 emissions
TripSource® by BCD Travel now shows users the environmental impact of flights. That means travelers and travel arrangers can easily see how their booking choices affect the environment. They can weigh CO2 emissions estimates against other factors like cost, planning and convenience to make good travel choices.
BCD’s 2024 charity and volunteer work supports 50 projects benefiting children worldwide
As BCD Travel serves clients all over the globe, we keep in mind how we can also serve the communities where we live and work. One way is through Making a Difference (MAD), BCD’s charity and volunteer program that focuses on projects that directly benefit children in our local communities. This year, BCD and our employees are supporting 50 projects around the world.
Organizations may be overlooking key guide for managing travel risk
A crucial part of duty of care is a guide you may have missed. According to BCD Travel research, three-quarters of travel buyers have little to no knowledge of ISO 31030:2021, the international guidance specific to travel risk management (TRM). Only 14% of buyers have actually read ISO 31030, and 11% are somewhat familiar, we found.
Gilead Sciences’ Steve Sitto is BTN’s 2024 Travel Manager of the Year
BTN recognized Sitto for his efforts to revamp Gilead's complex travel program in just under two years.
Modern slavery: Closer than you think. Learn more on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons.
Think about this: Roughly 1 in 150 people are entrapped in modern slavery. That means someone on your flight or in your hotel could be a victim.