Want to know what's really happening on the front lines of business travel? Forget the newspapers and ignore the corporate Web sites. These bloggers are actually on the road, reporting on what they see and hear ... and they aren't pulling any punches.
The Cranky FlierA self-described airline dork, Brett comments on the aviation industry with insight, humor, and a penchant for Photoshopped stock imagery. If it's about air travel, he's likely to have an opinion, though in reality it's not always as curmudgeonly as his blog title implies. 
Flight Level 390What goes on in the cockpit used to stay in the cockpit. But then Phoenix-based pilot, Dave, began blogging about his life behind the wheel of an airplane and all that changed. And, as it turns out, Dave even has time to take pictures of spectacular cloud formations and the amazing views one finds at 35,000 feet. 
FlightBlissFormer minor league baseball player turned upgrade expert, Matthew provides money-saving luxury travel guidance to value-conscious business and leisure travelers from coast to coast and around the world. 
Jim's Travel TipsJim has visited every continent except for Australia and Antarctica. He shares practical tips for travelers that he has gleaned from his years of travel. You can learn the hard way or check out Jim's blog before you book your next flight. 
Musings of the Global TravellerThe Global Traveller shares tales of trips taken, helpful tips and whimsical musings that entertain, educate and inspire. 
PlaneBuzzHolly, founder of the immensely popular PlaneBusiness.com Web site, covers everything that influences the business of aviation, from fluctuating oil prices and merger rumors to labor disputes and the TSA. 
Upgrade: Travel BetterMark is a Chicago-based writer and frequent traveler who is "Living the first class life, at coach prices." He provides news, practical travel tips, and commentary on happenings and trends in the travel industry for the traveler looking to maximize comfort, style, and convenience, while getting a great deal. 
The Airline HubRob is "the kind of guy if given the tail number of the aircraft can tell you the kind of aircraft, the series and even the departure airport and in some cases the departure times." In other words, he knows a little something of where he speaks when it comes to the airline industry. 
The Airline BlogThe anonymous author of this blog says it features news, rumors and opinions about the airline industry - and it does. What the author fails to mention is that the opinions offered are exceedingly well thought out and exceptionally insightful. 
View from the WingGary, a frequent traveler and chief financial officer of a university research center in Washington, writes and comments on changes and developments in the travel industry. He includes the latest airline and hotel offers you don't want to miss out on and recommends the best mileage earning credit cards. 
InflightHQInFlightHQ is a blog that publishes tools, tips, and techniques for tech-savvy business travelers. Check out this blog if you like to be productive and make the most of your time spent in airports and at 30,000 feet. 
At LargeJoe writes for major national and international publications and has been a columnist for the Philadelphia Inquirer, a reporter and editor for the Wall Street Journal and a columnist for the New York Times. In his spare time he reports on the travel industry in his original and informative blog. 
Online Travel ReviewA former travel analyst for Jupiter Research, Jared is a business traveler who writes about news from the airline industry, adding original commentary and challenging the industry to be accountable. His written view is, "While airlines can say that it isn't their fault, it's time they started apologizing." 
The GateTwo members of the popular FlyerTalk.com frequent flyer community bulletin board highlight some of the most interesting, entertaining, informative and humorous discussions currently taking place in the FlyerTalk forums. This is a twofer link, as you'll discover two fantastic travel sites with one click. 
Travel CommonsTravel is more about the journey than the destination and Mark knows a lot about the ups and downs of the journey. You can follow Mark on his travels around the country and listen to his recorded podcasts about the TSA, technology, flight delays and everything else the road warrior battles on a daily basis. 
PointsWizardR. Keller, the founder of Pointswizard.com, provides information on how to accumulate the maximum amount of points and miles in the shortest time possible. His blog brings you the latest in how to easily accumulate points and miles and make the most out of every purchase or transaction. 
Allen On TravelDescriptions of weekly air odysseys as seen through the eyes of a North Carolina native. Will makes his point of view clear in his opening statement where he states, "Time: It's all we have, and the airlines routinely take it from us." 
Airline ConfidentialFrom the authors of Airline Confidential, Chris and Richard share amusing stories and incidents from the world of air travel. The focus here is on entertainment and you'll find yourself chuckling at the bizarre and unexpected incidents from the airline industry. 
Johnny Jet's Travel BlogWorld traveler and founder of JohnnyJet.com, John features the best travel Web sites, latest travel deals and up-to-date travel information. His posts are upbeat, energetic and he introduces helpful Web sites you might not already know about. 
Red Room ChroniclesRob is a self-avowed Marriott guy who has taken it upon himself to report on each and every Marriott in which he stays during his numerous and often out-of-the-way business trips. Along the way, he also has much to say about the Marriott Rewards program, the Marriott Web site, Marriott marketing and more. 
My Life With Two Carry-OnsA twenty-something New Yorker describes in intricately detailed and laugh-out-loud funny prose her life as a road warrior, complete with flight delays, the joy of exit-row seating and how to manage your laundry and cleaning without the hotel housekeeping staff. 
Road WearyShel is a public relations consultant who claims to have no fear of flying, but a paralyzing fear of baggage claim. He writes about his life on the road of travel. 
Business Travel BlogA journalist and business traveler, the author is "always learning better ways to beat jetlag, pack, negotiate airports, surf the surprises of different cultures, the challenges of unknown customs and the unexpected that rears its head." 
Travel SecurityThe Travel Security blog focuses on news and commentary about travel safety, airline security, and airport security. Look for tips to help make your trips through security lines quick and painless. 
Road GladiatorMelissa is a business traveler who writes for the uber-road warriors, those who spend their lives on the road. She blogs about useful travel gadgets, business culture and suggests how to choose a restaurant when visiting a foreign city (tip: find the one with the most people and most comfortable chairs). 
TravelTechTalkA recovering gadget addict based out of the Midwest, Scott Carmichael blogs about the latest developments in ultra portable electronic technology. Read this blog and stay up-to-date on the latest gadgets to use while on the road to make your trip easier, more enjoyable and more productive. 
Airline BulletinSam Sellers has been covering the airline industry with news and commentary in his blog, Airline Bulletin, since 2004. 
Business Travel GuruBen Hoffman writes about the latest changes in frequent flyer programs, hotel loyalty programs and other topics related to business travel news. 
InFlightOutWhile dedicated to San Francisco Bay flyers and the airports they fly from, this actually is one of the most comprehensive and well-organized business travel blogs out there. Well-written and easily a favorite of ours. Love the post about classic old airlines commercials. 
The Frequent FlyerThis Australian based frequent flyer blog takes a different approach when blogging about his many travels worldwide. He puts what he sees all in pictures. But just not any pictures. Some of the best photos we've seen from the frequent flyer on the move. And yes, he does put on the miles. 
Frequent flyer blogWilkommen! This German-language blog is updated every few days and is a good read for the European frequent flyer. "Geschrieben von echten vielfliegern," the authors are experienced frequent flyers who document their travels and the annoyances, discomforts and unexpected wonderful surprises of life on the road. 
Cockpit ChroniclesKent Wien is a commercial pilot who blogs about his flights, giving readers a behind-the-scenes glimpse of life in the cockpit. His entertaining posts range from detailed accounts describing how to park a 757 to explaining the five different personalities of flight captains. 
Frugal Travel GuyFor Rick Ingersoll, frugal travel is a full time hobby and like many travel enthusiasts, he loves to share his passion with others. Check out this blog to find some great travel deals, bargains and bonus promotions. 
Jeffrey Sigmon BlogJeffrey Sigmon is a flight school student who has worked at different airports in the New Orleans area as a line technician and line manager. He writes about the latest developments in flight technology, in addition to current aviation news. 
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