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A global business travel leader: helping companies travel smart & achieve more. ✈️📈 Follow us for insights, inspiration and innovation from the world of corporate travel. ⬇️
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The EU’s Entry-Exit System (EES) has been launched. The six-month phased introduction of the digital border control system started on October 12, with each of the 29 participating European countries deciding on how quickly they will implement the system:
https://ow.ly/zPEP50XhcZ8 via BTN Europe
💚 One TMC. One wor(l)d. Sustainability. 💚

If your travel program needs a future-proof partner, look no further. BCD, together with Advito and Squake, offers the industry’s first end-to-end #sustainability solution for corporate travel. Learn more: ow.ly/2kli50Xhn2E
Transform your travel and expense (T&E) policy into one of the most powerful tools in your travel program.
BCD’s new T&E Policy Guide helps you create clarity, reduce friction and keep your travelers and business protected.
Download it now: ow.ly/uibz50XgIZT

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We’re excited to welcome VisaDoc to the BCD Marketplace, making global business travel faster, easier, and fully compliant by automating every step of the visa process. Learn more about all our BCD Marketplace solutions here: https://ow.ly/9ES550XeRAJ

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💡 The Big Idea: Where travel’s toughest debates take center stage.
Join us at GBTA Europe for bold opinions on OBTs, AI & policy.
🗓️ Nov 11, 10:00 a.m.
With Sarah Whiting, senior director Solutions Engineering.

#GBTAVDR25 #HumanCentricTechDriven
We’ve raised over US$ 150K to support A21 and help end human trafficking!

Nearly 100 BCD colleagues participated in the #TUIPalmaMarathon to raise awareness and funds for A21, a global nonprofit dedicated to ending modern slavery.

Read more: ow.ly/YL1I50X
October is #GlobalDiversityAwarenessMonth, a time to recommit to building inclusive environments.

We’ve rounded up insights and resources from across our organization that show you how to make managed travel programs more inclusive and effective: https://ow.ly/yWuj50XePZR
Inclusive Travel: Safety, Accessibility, and Support
Explore how BCD Travel enhances corporate trips by promoting inclusion, safety, and accessibility, creating a seamless travel experience for all.
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They did it! We’re so proud of our awesome team of nearly 100 BCD runners, alongside our CEO, Stephan Baars, for completing BCD Runs for Freedom to raise money for A21 to #EndHumanTrafficking.

We’re still catching our breath but, in the meantime, here is a taster of this fantastic event.
#LifeSciences travel is evolving, and we are leading the charge. This update by Jim Mahoney explores how TripSource® empowers non-profiled travelers and why BCD’s 24/7 global service model sets a new standard. It’s a blend of technology and human support: ow.ly/xshx50XeOuG
“We don’t put customers in a box and say, 'because we have a partnership with X, Y, Z, this is the best solution for you.”
In this Business Travel News article our CEO Stephan Baars discusses BCD’s strategy for the future amid recent developments in the industry.

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BCD holds firm amid shifting travel management landscape
BCD Travel's CEO, Stephan Baars, addressed the travel management company's strategy amidst Concur's partnership with Amex GBT, emphasising BCD's customer-centric and AI-driven growth plans while highl...
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Travelers risk fines, confiscation or even detention if they don’t understand technology restrictions abroad. This guide offers tips on how to avoid tech troubles when crossing international borders: https://ow.ly/GTtp50XcqcF

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There’s nothing worse than a lower rate being available after you book. Take advantage of #BCDMarketplace to get the best rates and fares, even after booking. Price monitoring technology does all the work for you. Makes sense. A whole lot of cents.💰➡️ ow.ly/2AR350XcftB
🎓 Hey students, have you ever thought about a career in business travel? 🌍 Well, you definitely should!
Hear from leaders like Jorge Cruz at #BTShowUS and discover exciting opportunities in a global, fast-paced industry: ow.ly/cWgg50XbJc1
Women in leadership? Yes, please!

Rossana Martin shares her perspective on women in leadership and provides tips for women entering the industry who aim high. Watch the full video here: ow.ly/MFU950Xbznf

#GlobalDiversityAwarenessMonth
Almost time for BCD Runs for Freedom where we’re running to #EndHumanTrafficking.

Thanks to British Airways/Iberia and Lufthansa Group, whose support ensures our runners have the logistics they need, so that 100% of donations raised go directly to A21.

Donate now: ow.ly/b41n50Xb5AJ
🚀 At BCD, we’re setting bold goals for the #UK market. We aim to double our business by 2030, reaching £1.72 billion in sales.

With a strong foundation of 700 employees and 500 UK clients we’re set to excel our growth. Read more: https://ow.ly/C1Ze50XaF4A via BTN Europe
From Grab to QR codes: How to pay in Southeast Asia. 💸
#BusinessTravel to Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam comes with a mix of cash, cards and digital wallets. Here’s what travelers need to know before they go: https://ow.ly/7svz50Xapuv
Payment Advice for Southeast Asia Business Travel
Learn how cash, cards and mobile payments work across Southeast Asia countries.
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Looking for a TMC you can count on?

Look to BCD – a name you know, a partner can you trust.

Our reputation isn’t built on promises, it’s built on performance. Discover why clients consistently recognize us as the world’s “Most Admired TMC”: ow.ly/GJ4150XanHv

#BCDTravel
The Federal Aviation Administration instructs airlines to re-evaluate evacuation procedures, including announcements and commands to passengers. The new recommendations aim to deter passengers from evacuating planes with carry-on suitcases during an #emergency:
https://ow.ly/TTF350X9zZT
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FAA instructs airlines to re-evaluate evacuation procedures
The new recommendations are meant to deter passengers from evacuating planes with their carry-on suitcases during an emergency.
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Hotel sourcing is underway for many companies right now. But crafting a successful strategy is about more than chasing the lowest rates or hitting room-night quotas. Advito’s Jennifer Nicholas shares her take on what to focus on this #HotelSourcing season: https://ow.ly/ycxf50X9zY5
Beyond Rates: Optimize Hotel Sourcing with Data Insights
Unlock real value in hotel sourcing with data-driven strategies that balance cost savings and traveler experience. Hear from Advito's Jennifer Nicholas.
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Instant bookings, AI, and automated workflows help #BusinessTravel run, but technology is only part of the engine powering corporate travel programs. It’s the people who make travel work. BCD’s Joanna Greenfield explains: https://ow.ly/eWYR50X8XhV
BCD's Jo Greenfield on the human side of business travel
AI and automation enhance corporate travel, but the true heartbeat of the industry remains the expert guidance from human professionals.
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We’re proud to sponsor #SkechersFriendshipWalk in Los Angeles on Oct 19.

Since 2009, the event has raised millions of dollars to support children with special needs and public education.

👟👟 We’d love for you to join us! Register here: https://ow.ly/gph350X8XgV
Skechers Friendship Walk - SKECHERS Friendship Walk
Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk 2023. Go the extra mile for children.
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