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Commuter Kate: Tips for the Festive Season in London – Winter Wonderland
Although I never look forward to the 11 hour flight from San Francisco, it’s always a treat to go back to my hometown of London for the holidays. London gets a bad rap for its weather, but in the winter, if you’re wrapped up appropriately, the crisp air can be really pleasant — something I miss living in California where the weather is always pretty temperate.
View ArticleCommuter Kate: Tips for Surviving the Holidays
In the U.S., today is the busiest travel day of the year. Thanksgiving, otherwise known as “Turkey Day”, marks the beginning of the holiday season where traveling to visit family, or taking family vacations is extremely popular. Even if you aren’t in the U.S. I’ve pulled together my tips for making it to 2019 with the least amount of stress possible. Travel Tips
View ArticleCommuter Kate: Tricks for Riding Transit on Halloween
Traveling on public transit doesn’t have to spook you out this Halloween. If you’re riding across town to trick or treat, ditch the uncomfortable broomstick and ride public transit instead. Plan your trip — Planning ahead means you can get step-by-step directions to your destination via public transit. Confidence is everything when traveling to the unkno…
View ArticleCommuter Kate: 12 Benefits Of Using Public Transit That You Probably Hadn’t Thought Of
You may think that how you get to work doesn’t really impact your life, career or future prospects much, if at all. All actions have consequence though, and in life we make certain choices without thinking them through fully. Below, I’ve outlined some benefits of using public transit that you may not have fully thought all the way through. 1. No lining up for hours at the DMV.
View ArticleCommuter Kate: Back to School Tips
As a young adult, I vividly remember the deep feeling of sadness as the summertime drew to a close. No more sleeping in or doing whatever you want on a whim. Now I think back to my high school and college years, the start of a new year was was like the “Sunday Scaries” we have sometimes as adults, but multiplied by a thousand! Although I do miss those long vacations, at least when you work, you barely …
View ArticleCommuter Kate’s Top Tips for the Business Traveler
Traveling can be stressful whether it’s with the family for your summer vacation or traveling for business. At least for the former, there might be some rest and relaxation (and maybe a beach) at the end of it. But for business travelers, it’s more likely to be an important meeting you have to prepare for. Here are my top tips for when you are traveling for busi…
View ArticleRide a Bike using Moovit in May for National Bike Month
In the U.S., May is National Bike Month, with many cities hosting a Bike to Work day. With summer on its way, and the likelihood of getting caught in the rain reducing (check out Commuter Kate’s blog on how to survive…
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