Member Profile

Betty W. Stark

Business travel consultant and columnist, Stark Consulting
Madison, WI, USA
Member Since: 09/15/2006
Status: Contributor
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About Me:
I am a travel management consultant to corporations, specializing in travel program review, travel manager training, corporate travel policy review and development. I am also a business and leisure travel journalist with monthly columns in business publications, newspapers, consumer and trade magazines, and websites. When I am not consulting or writing, I travel throughout the US and internationally.

Industry: Other Services
Size of Business: 1 - 10 employees
Years in Business: 11-25 years

Affiliations:
Society of Incentive and Travel Executives, Association of Corporate Travel Executives, Midwest Travel Writers Association

Business Interests:
Business travel management, travel manager training, business travel communications, business travel journalist

Total Guide Views

2 0 0 1 8
Overall Rating: N/A
Guides Written: 25
Comments Posted: 5
Comments Received: 0
Favorite Guides: 0

Guides I've Written

  1. Best Web Sites for Business Travel


    Minimize hassle and maximize savings with top internet sites
    Guide Rating: 9.5 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  2. Finding and Using a Business Travel Agency


    The key is to find an agency that saves you both time and money.
    Guide Rating: 9.4 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  3. Starting a Travel-Related Business


    This multi-trillion-dollar industry offers plenty of opportunities
    Guide Rating: 9.4 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  4. International Cell Phone Service


    How to stay in touch with the office and clients while traveling abroad
    Guide Rating: 9.4 out of 10. Saved by 2 people.

  5. Accessing Money When Traveling Internationally


    The key is doing your homework before you travel
    Guide Rating: 9.4 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  6. Traveling Smart


    Knowing the rules of the road can save money, keep you safe
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  7. Traveling in a Group


    Tap into savings when several of you travel together
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  8. Traveler Safety


    Staying safe on the road means staying alert and aware
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  9. Train Travel


    Business train travel picks up speed as air hassles escalate
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  10. Traveling with Technology


    Minimize techno-glitches when you’re on the road
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  11. Airport Clubs


    If you’re tired of delays and cancellations, join the club
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  12. Long Distance Phone Carriers


    Find high quality, low cost service targeted to your business needs
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  13. Using Frequent Flyer Mileage for Your Business


    You racked 'em up, now put 'em to good use for your business
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  14. Finding the Best Hotel Values


    Maximize your hotel budget with these tips and tricks
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  15. Starting a Bed and Breakfast


    This lodging niche offers the best of both worlds
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  16. Transportation Technology


    Move goods rapidly and economically with transportation technologies
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  17. Staying Safe in a Hotel


    There are ways to protect yourself in a home-away-from-home
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  18. Writing a Travel Policy for your Business


    Putting it in writing helps rein in costs and maximize vendor benefits
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 1 person.

  19. Avoiding Jet Lag


    There are ways to minimize the affects of long-haul flights
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  20. Luggage for Business Travelers


    With tightened security, what you carry on is more important than ever
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  21. Mileage Deductions for Business Travel


    As car costs soar, business travelers scramble to get the most per mile
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  22. Dealing with Lost Luggage


    Don’t let your checked bag become a no-show
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  23. Frequent-Travel Programs for Small Business


    Enrolling in the right rewards programs can boost travel dollars
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  24. Business Travel Newsletters and Blogs


    Use the power of knowledge to smooth bumps in the road
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

  25. Managing Frequent-Travel Programs


    You’ve got all those miles and points, so now what?
    Guide Rating: 9.0 out of 10. Saved by 0 people.

My Comments

  • Airport Clubs - 09/24/2008
    Hi Shara, San Francisco International has meeting rooms operated by various airlines----for example, American Airlines' Admirals Club makes space available to members and their clients that might work for your layover get-together. It's located post-security but you can request non-traveler security clearance for your friends so they can join you. Check your airline's website for other meeting room options. Also, check out Regus (www.regus.com), a provider of meeting spaces in many, many locations including SFO. You might also want to hop a shuttle to one of the nearby hotels, like the Hyatt or Marriott. Quiet lobby corners, lounges, etc. can make for good meeting spots too. There are museums, even spas, right at SFO, so you should not have a problem finding a place to connect with your friends. Betty Stark
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  • Hi Paul--- Thanks for adding this very helpful suggestion! There's always so much to deal with when you first arrive at a foreign destination; having money in a handy (and safe) place makes things SO much easier. A neck pouch is an excellent idea. Betty Stark
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  • Airport Clubs - 01/31/2007
    This is a good question, Paul. Earlier this month, Delta was named "Best Airline for Airport Lounges" and I have to agree that they are a notch above most for the Big Six carriers. I think one even has a putting green. Because of my MIdwest home base, I fly Northwest, United and American most frequently and (in my opinion) they are all comparable. That's why I like the Priority Pass concept---one membership gets you into a long list of both domestic and international clubs. It's a prefect way to sample several and then choose your own favorites. Betty Stark
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  • That's a great question, Shara. Many of the major airports (domestic and international) do have post offices. Your best bet is to check out the specific airport Web site to see where the facility is located and for hours of operation. Betty Stark
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