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After decades of liquid-related humiliation, Heathrow has upgraded its security scanners and—miracle of miracles—you can now keep your drinks, gadgets and dignity inside your bag.
Political headlines and strong rhetoric once suggested business travel to the US might decline. We look at why business travel to the US remained resilient when leisure travel faltered.
VAT on foreign hotel bills often sparks frustration — much like kids’ reactions to broccoli. Find out why VAT recovery feels tricky and why avoiding it may cost more than you think.
Aparthotels have become a leading accommodation choice for business travellers in 2026, largely thanks to their impact on productivity, well-being and value in modern corporate travel.
Sarah-Jane Boyle is joining Meon as a Client Success Manager, bringing with her over 15 years of experience in the corporate travel industry.
Rail travel is quickly becoming the preferred option for corporate travellers across the UK and Europe, driven by sustainability goals, improved infrastructure and a better end-to-end experience for travellers.
In 2026, British Airways made some big changes to its On Business corporate mileage scheme to enhance business travel and add extra value for corporate travellers. We have the scoop…
British Airways has partnered with Starlink to bring fast, reliable satellite Wi-Fi to over 500 aircraft from 2026. The upgrade will offer smoother streaming, better connectivity and a major boost for business travellers who need to stay online in the air.
Many rail fares in England will be frozen in 2026, marking the first time in 30 years there has been no annual increase.
Europe is set to gain 300 new hotels and 37,500 rooms during 2025, according to latest industry figures from analyst Lodging Econometrics (LE).
Virgin Atlantic has unveiled a new Flying Club reward that recognises members for coming back to the airline over time, regardless of tier status or spend.
Meon Travel is delighted to have been recognised for our unwavering commitment to service excellence at this year’s Focus Travel Partnership Conference.
Discover how AI is reshaping corporate travel management – from smarter bookings to cost-savings and traveller experience. Read our latest blog at Meon Travel
Every seasoned traveller has a few quiet rules that make life on the move just a little smoother. They’re not printed on your boarding pass, but every frequent flyer knows them by heart.
Virgin Trains is gearing up to toss a real spanner in Eurostar’s works, launching competitor Channel Tunnel services from 2030 that could shake up corporate travel across Europe.
Airport biometrics speed up travel—but data needs smart management. Meon Travel bridges tech and expertise for smoother business journeys.
The European Union has begun phased implementation of the Entry/Exit System (EES), a major upgrade to border-control procedures across the Schengen Area. We have the low-down.
Meon will be exhibiting again at The PA Show Autumn, the leading event for the PA/EA industry, dedicated to the personal development of PAs, EAs, VAs and Office Managers.
Tariffs, trade friction and rising costs led to a significant drop in business travel bookings to North America in the first six months of this year as UK businesses adopt a more cautious stance.
Travel costs are rising as governments increase fees for electronic entry permits. From late September, the US will nearly double its ESTA charge, adding to a growing list of border costs that impact both business and leisure travellers.
As global uncertainty continues, employee safety on business trips is under the spotlight. A new survey reveals that most business travellers feel their employers could do more to protect them.
We round up the top concerns for travel buyers with cost management and policy compliance among the biggest challenges in the year ahead.
Passengers travelling through Washington National airport (DCA) and Seattle Tacoma airport can now use biometric eGates. Read on…
Jump the train for smarter, greener, and more cost-effective travel options with Amtrak’s new ‘NextGen Acela’.
British Airways has confirmed changes to its long-haul schedule from Heathrow and Gatwick for summer 2026, including several that affect travellers to the US and Middle East. We have the details…
We look at how travel management is being consolidated, the reasons behind it all and what the future holds for the corporate travel industry.
At Meon, travel management isn’t just about getting from A to B - it’s about making every booking smarter, more cost-effective and aligned with your business goals.
We explore why pre-tender engagement matters, how it shapes better supplier relationships, and why honesty on both sides ultimately leads to more successful outcomes.
I kicked off my career in the travel industry straight from school, completing a two-year apprenticeship programme in the leisure sector. This provided me with a wealth of knowledge of the overall travel eco-system essential for the future roles I have undertaken in the travel industry.
The EU has confirmed that its much-delayed new Entry-Exit System (EES) will finally be launched on 12 October as part of a phased implementation over a six-month period. We give you the low-down in this latest blog.