"Pimp it up" - chargeable upgrades
"Pimp it up" - Paid upgrades Most airlines offer you various options, and the market for paid upgrades is growing, as this is of course a profitable business for the airlines. Don't waste anything! As a tip, we would therefore strongly recommend that you always contact your travel agent first, [...]
Deutsche Bahn returns to DER BUSINESS Travel
DER BUSINESS responsible for train attendant service, event management and hotel purchasing Deutsche Bahn (DB) is once again a customer of DER BUSINESS Travel, the business travel brand of DERPART and DERTOUR Reisebüro. Since the beginning of October, a team of four has been taking care of booking enquiries from DB train attendants; as of 1 January 2024, six additional employees will support the railway's event management. "We [...]
Company support programmes
The world of corporate sponsorship programmes! In many companies, corporate rates with airlines are not always possible, especially when flight volumes are low. But don't worry, there is a solution - the so-called corporate support programmes, also known as FiFÖs for short. How does it work? They work in a similar way to private mileage programmes, but the entire company benefits from them, not just individuals. The miles collected [...]
Parking at the airport
Parking at airports Airports today are more than just places of departure and arrival. They have become true transport hubs that are constantly evolving to meet the increasing demands of passengers. One important aspect that is often overlooked is car parking at airports. In this article, we would like to explore the numerous offers, especially [...]
Plane gone - and now?
Plane gone - and now? Dear business travellers, I'm sure you all know the golden rule: "Be at the counter in good time, but at least 2 hours before departure!" But what do we do when traffic throws a spanner in the works or finding a parking space becomes a challenge? Delayed feeder trains or meetings that take longer than planned - [...]
Help, my train's gone!
Help, my train has been cancelled! You are waiting for your train and suddenly the information that nobody likes to read appears on the display board: "+++ train delayed +++" or worse "+++ train cancelled +++". The causes of such disruptions vary and are unfortunately not always avoidable. 1. documentation is important! In order to assert claims for compensation, have [...]
Lost luggage on business trips
Lost luggage on business trips There you are on a business trip, having landed safely at your destination after an hours-long flight, standing at the baggage carousel. One suitcase after another leaves the baggage carousel, but there is no trace of your own baggage. And the uneasy feeling comes over you ... what do I do if my suitcase has disappeared? But this is not an isolated case. [...]
Online Booking Engines (OBEs)
Online Booking Engines (OBEs) - Fast and customised! In a time characterised by constant change and rapid decision-making, we as THE BUSINESS Travel Management Company (TMC) must be able to tailor our services quickly and perfectly to your needs. However, the current shortage of skilled labour and the high workloads of employees can make this [...]
Chauffeur service - the comfortable journey
Chauffeur service - the comfortable journey for business travellers! As a busy business traveller, time is of the essence and we all know how stressful getting to the airport can be. But did you know that some airlines offer a first-class chauffeur service that not only reduces stress, but also offers a range of benefits? The chauffeur service that some airlines [...]
Timeslots - Efficient use of time
Timeslots - Efficient use of time at airports Dear business travellers, time is money - an old adage that is particularly important for business travellers. Every minute counts, be it for important meetings, negotiations or expanding your professional network. It is therefore invaluable to make the most of every opportunity to optimise our time. One area that [...]
