I don’t do a lot of business traveling via flying, however this article from Forbes via MSNBC caught my attention. The reason is simple: When I fly, I don’t really think about the fact that it could be dangerous. However, as it turns out, the most dangerous part of flying occurs at landing and takeoff. Based on this fact, the researchers at Forbes used the following criteria to determine the 10 most dangerous airports in the country:

1.) Airport size
2.) Number of takeoffs and landings
3.) Severity of the incidents that occurred according to the FAA

Topping the list were airports in Nevada and California, specifically North Las Vegas (Northtown) and Long Beach/Dougherty Field. These are two smaller airports who help relieve congestion at Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Thankfully, I didn’t see Dulles or National on there, so it looks like I’m safe in D.C. This article brings up a number of interesting points, I highly suggest you check it out to see if your airport of choice is as safe as you think.

Here’s the link again: America’s Most Dangerous Airports

The holidays bring with them joy, family, and of course, busy airports. The holiday season is probably the worst season out of the year to travel period, however when you’re traveling on business, it can be especially tortuous. Not only is your agenda usually on a deadline, but it’s not like you’re traveling for the hell of it or even somewhere you remotely want to go. To simply keep your sanity, it’s imperative that you do all that’s in your power to make your air travel as painless as possible.

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Do you travel for your job? Most likely you have at some point or another. When you travel for work, do you collect frequent flyer miles? Hotel points? Surprisingly, many people would answer “No” to this question. Usually, they just haven’t taken the time to sign up for any of these programs. This is a huge mistake, as you are missing out on a potentially tremendous amount of personal savings by not participating in these programs.

Think of this way: If you need to travel for work, you have to go regardless of whether or not you get anything out of it, so why not bank some rewards points? Now, some companies don’t allow some of the programs (usually frequent flyer miles), but there should be something that you can take advantage of.

Personally, I’ve had great success with various hotel rewards programs. Take a look at your company’s policies, I think you’ll be surprised at how much leeway you have when signing up for some of these programs.

LinkTipIdea highlights an interesting article from USA Today about using your cell phone while traveling abroad.

Because we rely so heavily on cell phones these days, most people take it for granted that they can be reached on their cell phones in most locations. However, as the article states, this can all change when traveling abroad. If you are going away on business to another country, make sure you know if your phone is going to work or not. This article lays out a few different options for how to go about this, be sure to check it out if there is even the possibility that you might be traveling in the future.

Allergy season is in full swing and millions of people across the globe are suffering because of it. If you’re doing any traveling this summer and suffer from allergies, then you’ll want to check out this article from MSNBC on the worst U.S. cities for allergies. As an allergy sufferer myself, I can tell you that I won’t be visiting Hartford, Conn. anytime soon.

As stated in the article, this doesn’t mean you have to stay cooped up inside all the time. You just have to be aware of what the weather and pollen counts are like before you venture outside for the day. Personally, I use Claritin, which is blessedly available over the counter now. As long as I’m doped up on that, I’m good to go. It’s also work-safe, meaning that you aren’t going to pass out at your laptop for the sake of a stuffy nose.

Remember if you are traveling for work or pleasure and you suffer from allergies, make sure to pack some medication with you before you go. You never know what kind of medications will be available where you are going.