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Agenda: Work trips ‘demonised’ by culture of frugality

Business is fighting for moderation in political rhetoric, writes Roger Blitz

Soapbox: Airborne phones break the sound barrier

Inflight communications offer new benefits and new possibilities to all who travel by air, writes Benoit Debains

Big story: Industry bows to price pressure

In recent weeks, as companies desperately seek cheaper ways of allowing their staff to travel, fares and room prices have fallen sharply

Security: Technology helps reduce risks when abroad

Tracking services are providing peace of mind, writes Jill James

Russia: Hot and cold reception awaits Moscow’s visitors

The key to winning Muscovite hearts

Stephen Joyce: Making the mid-range a pleasant place to be

The head of Choice Hotels explains to Roger Blitz why there are still reasons to be happy

Meetings and conferences: Options multiply closer to home

The UK has much to offer the prospective conference organiser – and not just in London either, writes Jill James

Business hubs: Pointing the way to the best a town has to offer

FT writers provide essential tips on two cultural centres

Ask Global Traveller

Roger Bray responds to readers’ questions and complaints