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Tackling human trafficking awareness takes a united effort
In November, BCD teamed up with United Airlines and A21 to host a human trafficking awareness and education event at United’s World Business Centre at London’s Heathrow Airport. For us, confronting human trafficking within the travel industry is a shared responsibility and a moral imperative for building a sustainable and ethical future.
A Milan city guide for business travelers
A business traveler’s guide to Italy’s fashion capital and economic powerhouse.
What’s next for corporate travel? Insights from BCD’s Rossana Martin.
As 2024 comes to a close, the corporate travel industry is looking ahead to what’s next. On Connections with BCD Travel, hosts Miriam Moscovici and Chad Lemon sit down with industry expert Rossana Martin, Senior Vice President of Global Sales for North America at BCD Travel, to examine the current state of business travel and forecast the year ahead.
Rupees to takas: Paying in South Asia
How to pay for things when taking a business trip to Bangladesh, India, Pakistan or Sri Lanka.
Insights from BCD Travel’s 2024 A&D Client Forum
BCD’s 2024 Aerospace & Defense Client Forum brought industry leaders, innovators, and clients together in November for an immersive experience focused on the future of travel management within the sector.
BCD’s 2025 corporate travel outlook
This forward-looking report dives into the factors shaping future business travel – from hotel rates and sustainability to the evolving airline distribution landscape and resilience in the face of travel disruptions.
Elevate your corporate travel in 2025 with Preferred Hotels & Resorts
Preferred Hotels & Resorts is redefining corporate travel in 2025 by offering a blend of value, flexibility, and enriching experiences.
12-time winner: BCD Travel voted Most Admired TMC by The Beat
For the eighth consecutive year and 12th time total overall, BCD is being recognized as the Most Admired Travel Management Company (TMC) by the BTN Group.
Connecting the world. Protecting its future.
It’s hard to imagine today’s world without flying. So it’s all the more important to take responsibility and travel with awareness.
Podcast: The trouble with traveler wellness
Self-care on work trips isn’t always easy. Especially if the travel program doesn’t prioritize well-being. BCD’s Connections with BCD Travel podcast outlines the steps companies can take to push wellness forward when business travelers are on the road.
Survey: Travel managers’ duties keep evolving
The modern travel manager role goes far beyond booking trips and managing itineraries. Our latest survey, “The role of a travel manager,” draws a clearer picture of the ways their jobs, responsibilities, and challenges are evolving.
Winning C-suite support: Get executive buy-in for your managed travel program
As a stakeholder in a managed travel program, you understand the vital role of travel management within an organization. But do you have the senior leadership support you need to manage the program as efficiently as possible? Securing commitment from your top leaders and decision makers can have a substantial impact on your program's success. To more effectively influence the C-suite, you’ll need to educate them.
Celebrating 300,000 followers and the best business travel brands on LinkedIn
We've reached 300,000 followers on LinkedIn! To celebrate, we’re highlighting some other standout business travel brands on the platform. Following these industry leaders is a great way to stay on top of trends, discover fresh perspectives, and make informed decisions for your managed travel programs.
Ease anxieties about credit card fraud and unpredictable payments
Corporate travelers consistently rank payment security and acceptance as top concerns. Our latest education video, Security & Acceptance, addresses these issues head-on, offering guidance on safeguarding payments and navigating the complex landscape of travel payment options.
Accor launches exclusive offer for SMEs: Save on business travel and earn rewards
Accor has launched its Mid-Market Programme, a tailored offer for SME clients, making business travel more affordable and rewarding. Enjoy up to 10% off flexible rates, complimentary breakfast, and free Wi-Fi while earning Accor Live Limitless Reward points. Through Dec. 30, 2024, earn an extra 500 Reward points (worth €10) with each booking.
BCD launches first-ever full sustainability offering for corporate travel programs
For companies looking to achieve efficiency, transparency, and measurable progress towards sustainability goals and carbon targets, BCD’s first-of-its-kind offering integrates sustainability into the entire travel management process.
The business travel industry can help end modern slavery
Modern slavery and human trafficking are major global issues, affecting over 40 million people worldwide, including a significant number of children. With heightened travel seasons like the holidays or major events, incidents of human trafficking tend to surge, making it all the more important for travelers to be vigilant and prepared to act.
Will the UK’s changing ETA rules affect business travelers?
In a word: yes. As part of its broader immigration strategy, the United Kingdom has expanded its Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) system, a move aimed at improving security while streamlining entry processes for international visitors. For both leisure and business travelers, the changes will mean some adjustments to pre-travel planning.
Air travel survey: Flight times and length drive booking choices
A recent BCD survey found that business travelers prioritize flight departure time, arrival time, and length when it comes to booking air travel. Convenience, flexibility and price also rank as top priorities. The survey, from August 2024, gathered insights from over 1,300 business travelers who took to the skies in the past 12 months.
5 leaders from BCD and Advito land in WINiT Top 50 list
The list recognizes women who are reinventing business travel.
Making a Difference for children: Spotlight on Proyecto Daniel and Accept Society
BCD Travel believes in making a difference, not just in the workplace, but in the communities we live in. Our global Making a Difference (MAD) initiative, now in its 16th year, empowers employees to engage in volunteer and fundraising activities that support small, targeted projects benefiting children. Below, we’re thrilled to highlight two incredible projects that demonstrate the impact of our collective efforts: Proyecto Daniel in Costa Rica and Accept Society in India.
Business travel in Copenhagen: Essential tips for GBTA Europe 2024 attendees
Copenhagen is a vibrant city known for its design and culture. It's a top-ranked destination for business travelers, making it the perfect host city for the upcoming GBTA + VDR Europe Conference 2024, happening Nov. 4-6. Use our guide to navigate the city with ease, thanks to tips from resident Jenny Persson, a BCD regional sales manager.
BCD Travel Life Sciences Center of Excellence: Tailored care for HCP and patient travel
BCD’s specialized HCP and Patient Travel Team provides elevated support beyond travel logistics to life sciences clients.
Meet BCD at GBTA in Copenhagen, Nov. 4-6
Join BCD Travel at GBTA + VDR Conference 2024 in Copenhagen Nov. 4-6. Over three days, attendees will explore the future of business travel with industry-leading insights and solutions. BCD and Advito experts will present sessions that dive deep into critical topics shaping the travel landscape.