Waypoint Business Travel Blog

Don’t overlook hotels when pursuing SME travel supplier partnerships. Hotel corporate rates could prove beneficial to your travel budget.

Is your travel spend too small for today’s supplier discount programs? SME travel supplier partnerships may be within easier reach than you think.  If you’re a Travel Manager at an SME, then you may feel that your travel spend is overall too small to negotiate valuable supplier discounts. However, it is possible to secure SMERead more

As M&E travel evolves and grows, a dedicated meetings and events travel program provides exceptional value.  Meetings and events (M&E) travel is travel specifically revolving around conferences, conventions, trade shows and more. It has always been a big part of business travel. That said, some companies may not always give it the attention it deserves.Read more

Learn more about per diem rates in 2026, what you can expect as you plan your travel for the next year and how per diem rates benefit you as a Traveler. While many private companies choose to set their own per diem rates, others simply follow government standards or guidelines. Additionally, in some countries, perRead more

Recent and planned TSA changes may improve efficiency — but not if you’re unprepared when you arrive at the airport. Here’s what you need to know. It seems like the security process at the airport is nearly always changing, or that every airport has different rules. Take off your shoes. Don’t take off your shoes. LeaveRead more

Whether you’re worried about current events or simple travel safety, taking a few travel precautions can keep you safe when on the road for work. While an organization will have a certain Duty of Care to its Travelers when they’re on the road, Travelers should also take travel precautions to ensure they don’t unnecessarily putRead more

A flexible corporate travel program can give you all the benefits of a traditional program, but without the limitations.

How to make a travel management company transition go smoothly—including a slow transition, transparent communication and Traveler involvement.

Smart travel spend management isn’t just about setting a budget and sticking to it. It’s also about making tactical decisions and regularly reviewing and revising your plans.  After you’ve planned out your travel budget for the year, your work isn’t quite done yet if you truly want to get a handle on your travel spendRead more