Planning
Real ID Requirement
Beginning May 3, 2023, every air traveler 18 years of age and older will need a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued enhanced driver’s license, or another acceptable form of ID to fly within the United States. Read the announcement.
Planning University Travel
The University of Wisconsin System has a managed travel program with a variety of carefully selected contracted vendors. Use of these vendors is required for reimbursement.
Contact your institution’s travel manager if you have further questions after viewing the information on this site.
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Report: Ancillary Airline Revenue on the Rise
27 September 2022 | 4:00 pm
The airlines with the most ancillary revenue collected $48.4 billion in such fees in 2021, a 54.2 percent increase year over year with growth among all categories of airlines, according to a new report from airline ancillary strategy firm IdeaWorksCompany.
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Buyers Voice OBT Dissatisfaction in ITM Survey
27 September 2022 | 3:55 pm
More than half of travel buyers said their current online booking tool is not equipped to meet their needs in the future, though most also indicated they have no immediate plans to change their current provider, according to a survey published by the Institute of Travel Management.
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Hertz, BP to Develop U.S. EV Charging Station Network
27 September 2022 | 11:30 am
Hertz and BP have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop a U.S. network of electric vehicle charging stations powered by BP Pulse, the energy company’s global electrification and charging solution brand.
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Air Canada Selects Chooose for Carbon Offsets
27 September 2022 | 11:25 am
Air Canada has selected Chooose as its new carbon offset partner, the carrier announced Tuesday.
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Virgin Atlantic to Join SkyTeam Alliance
27 September 2022 | 9:55 am
Virgin Atlantic in early 2023 will join the SkyTeam global airline alliance, the carrier announced Tuesday, giving the carrier’s loyalty program members additional opportunities to earn points and access to a network of more than 750 airport lounges across six continents.
Effective July 1, 2022 – the IRS Standard Mileage rate will increase to 62.5 cents per mile driven for business use, up 4 cents from the rate effective at the start of the year. The turndown rate (for campuses that utilize it) will increase to 40.5 cents per mile. No change in the motorcycle rate will occur.
Planning Resources
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TI Mobile
Travel Incorporated Mobile App
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Best Parking
Steers drivers towards the cheapest and most convenient parking facilities in 105 cities and 115 airports through North America.
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GasBuddy
Find Local Gas Prices
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GateGuru
Airport Info & Flight Status
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iExit
iExit tells you what’s coming up in real time when driving on the interstate. Search for your favorites.
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Mile IQ
Catch every drive automatically. Report every mile painlessly.
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SeatGuru
SeatGuru was created to help travelers choose the best airline seats and in-flight amenities.
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TripLingo
Talk like a local.
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Uber
Everyday cars for everyday use. Better, faster, and cheaper than a taxi.
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Waze
Waze is one of the world’s largest community-based traffic and navigation apps. Join other drivers in your area who share real-time traffic and road info, saving everyone time and gas money on their daily commute.
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Yelp
The free Yelp mobile app is the fastest and easiest way to search for businesses near you.