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Oct 14Tue
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Issues Romania Travel Advisory: Level 1 Exercise Normal Precautions

    The U.S. Department of State updated its travel advisory for Romania, maintaining Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions with no changes to risk indicators. The advisory summary was updated, noting that Romania has moderate seismic activity and a history of strong earthquakes, with Bucharest facing the highest risk. Recommendations include enrolling in STEP, reviewing the Country Security Report and CDC travel health information, and purchasing travel insurance.

  2. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Issues Sri Lanka Travel Advisory: Level 2 Exercise Increased Caution

    The U.S. Department of State has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Sri Lanka: Exercise Increased Caution due to civil unrest, terrorism, and landmines. Protests can happen at any time, and police have used water cannons and tear gas to disperse protesters. Terrorist attacks may target tourist locations, transportation hubs, markets, government buildings, hotels, and other public areas. Approximately 23 square kilometers of Sri Lanka have landmines left from its civil war, mostly in northern and eastern areas.

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    U.S. State Department Issues Ecuador Travel Advisory: Level 2 Exercise Increased Caution

    The U.S. Department of State updated its travel advisory for Ecuador, maintaining Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution and adding a terrorism risk indicator. The advisory cites crime, terrorism, unrest, and kidnapping. Some areas are Level 4: Do Not Travel, including Guayaquil south of Portete de Tarqui Avenue, the cities of Huaquillas and Arenillas in El Oro province, Quevedo and other cities in Los Rios province, the canton of Duran in Guayas province, and Esmeraldas City and areas north. Several other areas are Level 3: Reconsider Travel.

Oct 9Thu
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department updates Bulgaria advisory: Level 1, exercise normal precautions

    The U.S. Department of State updated its Bulgaria travel advisory. The advisory level and risk indicators were unchanged, remaining at Level 1, 'Exercise Normal Precautions'; only the advisory summary was updated. The guidance includes enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive important updates and alerts from the U.S. embassy or consulate, reviewing the Country Security Report for Bulgaria, using the International Travel Checklist, checking the CDC website for the latest travel health information for Bulgaria, and a strong recommendation to buy insurance before travelling and to check with the provider about evacuation assistance, medical insurance and trip cance…

  2. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department updates Sri Lanka advisory: Level 2, exercise increased caution

    The U.S. State Department updated its Sri Lanka travel advisory. The advisory level was unchanged at Level 2, 'Exercise Increased Caution', but an 'Other' risk indicator was added and the summary was updated. The guidance cites unrest, terrorism and landmines: protests over the economic and political situation can happen at any time, police have used water cannons and tear gas, and protests could turn violent; terrorist attacks have occurred with little or no warning and may target tourist locations, transport hubs, markets, government buildings, hotels, places of worship, airports and other public areas; and approximately 23 square kilometres of Sri Lanka contain landmines left from its ci…

Oct 8Wed
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department: Sao Tome and Principe Level 2, exercise increased caution

    The U.S. Department of State issued a travel advisory for Sao Tome and Principe, advising increased caution (Level 2) due to health risks. Medical services are limited, there are no adequate trauma or ambulance services, and even minor health issues may require medical evacuation at the traveller's expense. Guidance includes ensuring medical or travel insurance that includes medical evacuation, checking with a doctor about vaccines and shots before travel, bringing enough over-the-counter and prescription medicines for the trip, having sufficient cash (U.S. dollars or local currency) as credit or debit cards are not widely accepted by medical facilities, enrolling in STEP, and reviewing the…

Oct 7Tue
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department: Equatorial Guinea Level 2, exercise increased caution

    The U.S. Department of State issued a travel advisory for Equatorial Guinea, advising increased caution (Level 2) due to crime, health and arbitrary enforcement of laws. Petty crime is common throughout the country and local police may lack the resources to respond effectively to reports of crime, even serious crime. Medical services are limited, there are no adequate trauma or ambulance services, and even minor health issues may require medical evacuation at the traveller's expense. Bringing enough prescription medications for the entire trip and ensuring medical or travel insurance that includes medical evacuation are advised. Travellers also face the risk of arbitrary enforcement of loca…

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    U.S. State Department: Maldives Level 2, exercise increased caution (terrorism)

    The U.S. Department of State issued a travel advisory for the Maldives, advising increased caution (Level 2) due to terrorism. Terrorist groups may attack with little or no warning, potentially targeting tourist locations, transport hubs, markets and shopping malls, and local government facilities. Attacks may occur on remote islands, which can lengthen the response time of authorities.

Sep 5Fri
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department: Armenia Travel Advisory Level 2, Do Not Travel to Azerbaijan Border

    The U.S. Department of State reissued its Armenia travel advisory after periodic review, keeping it at Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution) due to areas of potential armed conflict. The border region with Azerbaijan is Level 4 (Do Not Travel). U.S. Embassy employees and their families cannot travel for non-essential reasons to Gegharkunik region east of Vardenis, Syunik region east of Goris, and Syunik region south of Kapan; travel through Yeraskh village in Ararat region is allowed but stopping is not. The advisory mentions enrolling in STEP, reviewing the Country Security Report, preparing an emergency plan, and strongly recommends buying insurance.

Aug 12Tue
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Issues Mexico Travel Advisory: Exercise Increased Caution

    The U.S. Department of State issued a Mexico travel advisory at Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution due to terrorism, crime and kidnapping. The advisory notes violent crimes including homicide, kidnapping, carjacking and robbery occur in many parts of Mexico, there is a risk of terrorist violence, and the U.S. government has limited ability to help in many areas. Several states are at Level 4: Do Not Travel, including Colima, Guerrero, Michoacan, Sinaloa, Tamaulipas and Zacatecas; others are at Level 3: Reconsider Travel, including Baja California, Chiapas, Chihuahua, Coahuila, Guanajuato, Jalisco, Morelos and Sonora. The advisory also lists restrictions for U.S. government employees, such…

Jul 25Fri
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department raises Cambodia travel advisory to Level 2

    The U.S. Department of State raised Cambodia's travel advisory to Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution), adding an 'unrest' risk indicator and an area of increased risk. The advisory cites crime and landmines, with frequent street crime in Phnom Penh and occasional violent crime. Areas within 50km of the Cambodia-Thailand border are Level 4 (Do Not Travel) due to armed conflict, with reports of rocket and artillery fire and civilian casualties.

Jul 16Wed
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department issues Libya Level 4 Do Not Travel advisory

    The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 4 Do Not Travel advisory for Libya due to crime, terrorism, unexploded landmines, civil unrest, kidnapping and armed conflict. Terrorist attacks may occur with little or no warning, targeting public spaces such as tourist locations, hotels and transportation hubs. Kidnapping is widespread, with victims including U.S. citizens. Unexploded landmines and ammunition are a hazard throughout Libya. Fighting among armed groups has occurred in Tripoli and other cities. The U.S. prohibits U.S. commercial aviation operations in Libyan airspace.

Mar 31Mon
  1. SAP Concur Blog

    Business Travel Trends: Adapting Your Corporate Travel Program for Success

    A SAP Concur blog post summarizes business travel trends and challenges. Research shows 42% of travel managers anticipated company directives to cut travel costs within the year; 88% of travelers reported significant travel disruptions and 74% felt unsafe on a trip; 61% of businesses without integrated travel and expense solutions are likely to move to a connected system within two years; and 34% of travel managers need better training to benefit from AI-powered tools. The article also notes 44% of travelers would refuse a trip over safety concerns, and 95% of travelers are open to using AI-fueled technology for business travel booking.

Jan 14Tue
  1. SAP Concur Blog

    Digital Transformation in Aerospace, Defense, and Government Contracting: How T&E Modernization Imp…

    A SAP Concur blog post explores digital transformation of travel and expense (T&E) management in the aerospace, defense, and government contracting industry. Research suggests inefficiencies in T&E management can lead to as many as 20% of expense reports being delayed or lost, heightening the risk of triggering Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) audit issues. An IDC report found 90% of decision-makers see room to improve spend controls. The article recommends modern T&E solutions with FedRAMP moderate certification, multi-factor authentication, and encrypted data transmission, and emphasizes change management best practices.

  2. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department: North Macedonia Travel Advisory at Level 1, Exercise Normal Precautions

    The U.S. Department of State issued a travel advisory for North Macedonia at Level 1, Exercise Normal Precautions. It advises reading the country information page; if deciding to travel, enrolling in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive alerts and make it easier to be located in an emergency; reviewing the Country Security Report for North Macedonia; visiting the CDC page for the latest travel health information; preparing a contingency plan for emergencies; and reviewing the Traveler's Checklist.

Dec 13Fri
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Nov 27Wed
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Issues Level 2 Travel Advisory for Hong Kong

    The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Hong Kong on November 27, 2024, urging increased caution due to arbitrary enforcement of local laws. It cites the 2020 National Security Law and the 2024 Safeguarding National Security Ordinance, which contain vaguely defined offenses that may apply to foreign nationals and individuals outside its borders. Those who criticize authorities may face arrest, detention, expulsion, or prosecution. Hong Kong does not recognize dual nationality, and dual U.S.-PRC citizens may face additional security scrutiny and harassment. The advisory also advises avoiding demonstrations, keeping a low profile, and entering on a U.S. passport.

  2. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Adjusts Mainland China Travel Advisory to Level 2

    The U.S. Department of State updated its travel advisory for Mainland China, Hong Kong, and Macau on November 27, 2024, shifting Mainland China to Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution due to arbitrary enforcement of local laws, including exit bans. Hong Kong remains at Level 2, while Macau is at Level 3: Reconsider Travel due to limited ability to provide emergency consular services, and also advises increased caution.

Oct 29Tue
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department Issues Greenland Travel Advisory: Level 2, Exercise Increased Caution

    The U.S. Department of State has issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Greenland, recommending increased caution due to environmental hazards from extreme weather and limited emergency services. The U.S. government's ability to provide consular services in Greenland is extremely limited. Greenland's landscape includes vast remote areas, weather can be harsh, and emergency services in remote areas are scarce, with search and rescue potentially taking days to reach an incident. Travelers are advised to obtain comprehensive travel, medical, and evacuation insurance, travel with a professional guide or organization, and enroll in STEP.

Oct 2Wed
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department: Republic of the Congo Level 2 Travel Advisory

    The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 travel advisory for the Republic of the Congo: Exercise Increased Caution due to crime. It notes that while not common, violent crime such as armed robbery and assault remains a concern throughout the country. The U.S. government has limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens outside Brazzaville. U.S. government employees must use two vehicles for all overland travel outside Brazzaville. In Pointe-Noire, they are restricted to beaches adjacent to their hotels due to crime. Recommendations include avoiding demonstrations, using caution when walking or driving at night, carrying a copy of passport and visa while keeping origina…

Sep 23Mon
  1. US Travel Advisories

    U.S. State Department: Angola Level 2 Travel Advisory

    The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 travel advisory for Angola: Exercise Increased Caution due to crime, health, unrest and landmines. It notes that violent crime such as armed robbery, assault, carjacking and homicide is common, and local police lack resources to respond effectively to serious criminal incidents. Health facilities are under-resourced and may lack basic vaccines or medications, especially outside large cities. Recommendations include always traveling with required medicines and written prescriptions, not physically resisting robbery, using caution when walking or driving at night, keeping a low profile, and enrolling in STEP.

Sep 17Tue
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    U.S. State Department: Kingdom of Denmark Level 2 Travel Advisory

    The U.S. Department of State issued a Level 2 travel advisory for the Kingdom of Denmark: Exercise Increased Caution due to terrorism. It notes that terrorist groups continue plotting possible attacks in the Kingdom of Denmark, which can occur with little or no warning and could target tourist spots, transport hubs, markets/shopping malls, government facilities, hotels, clubs, restaurants, places of religious importance, parks, major sporting and cultural events, schools, airports and other public areas. The Kingdom of Denmark consists of Denmark, the Faroe Islands and Greenland. Recommendations include being aware of surroundings at tourist locations and crowded public venues, following lo…

Jun 25Tue
  1. SAP News Concur Search

    SAP Concur research reveals five challenges for business travel in 2024

    SAP Concur's survey of 3,750 travelers and 600 travel managers identifies five challenges for business travel in 2024: 88% of travelers were forced to make last-minute changes due to unexpected delays, cancellations, or re-routing, and 80% add booking buffers; safety and political or social concerns are top reasons travelers decline trips; the trade-off between sustainability and cost; unequal access to travel opportunities; and the need for AI solutions and education.

Jun 4Tue
  1. SAP Concur Blog

    SAP Concur: Benefits of Virtual Cards for Business and Travel Expense Management

    A SAP Concur blog post explains virtual corporate cards—digital payment methods that exist only online—for online transactions and accounts payable. It says virtual cards can streamline financial processes such as credit card reconciliation and cash flow management, enhance security through single-use card numbers, customized controls and compliance records, and optimize travel expense management through simplified booking, automated reporting and policy compliance. It also says virtual cards can speed invoice payments, reduce errors and strengthen vendor relationships.

Jul 31Mon
  1. SAP Concur Blog

    Maximizing Your Investments through Efficient Event Management

    SAP Concur published an article exploring strategies for efficient event management to optimize investments in meetings and events. It suggests measures such as data-driven decision-making, consolidating purchasing power, simplified budget tracking and ROI measurement, automating planning processes, and prioritizing participant safety to help organizations reduce costs and improve financial outcomes.

  2. US Travel Advisories

    Eritrea - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution

    The U.S. Department of State issued a travel advisory for Eritrea at Level 2, recommending increased caution due to travel restrictions, limited consular assistance, landmines, and wrongful detentions. The advisory notes the U.S. government's limited ability to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens in Eritrea and warns of the risk of wrongful detention. Recommended measures include exercising caution in remote areas, carrying copies of passport and visa, enrolling in STEP, following social media, reviewing the Country Security Report, preparing a contingency plan, and checking CDC travel health information.

  3. US Travel Advisories

    Zambia - Level 1: Exercise Normal Precautions

    The U.S. Department of State issued a travel advisory for Zambia at Level 1, recommending normal precautions. The advisory was reissued with obsolete COVID-19 page links removed. Recommendations include enrolling in STEP, following the Department of State and U.S. Embassy in Zambia on social media, reviewing the Country Security Report, preparing a contingency plan, and checking CDC travel health information.

Jun 29Wed
  1. SAP Concur Blog

    SAP Concur Survey Reveals Top Concerns Among Business Travelers

    SAP Concur released its 2019 Business Traveler Report based on responses from 7,850 business travelers in 19 global markets. The survey found that more than three in four female business travelers have experienced harassment, and 58% of respondents changed travel arrangements because they felt unsafe. Among LGBTQ+ travelers, 95% have hidden their sexual orientation. Additionally, 43% of respondents forfeited expenses in 2018, averaging $893.

  2. SAP Concur Blog

    SAP Concur Discusses the Importance of Business Travel Transformation for Smaller Companies

    A SAP Concur blog post notes that even smaller companies cannot ignore travel management. Post-pandemic pent-up demand is significant: a traveler survey shows 95% of travelers at companies with fewer than 1,000 employees are willing to travel again, and 63% are very willing. Traveler attitudes have changed: safety is a top concern, they want the freedom to plan trips flexibly, and over two-thirds want their company to loosen restrictions to allow for flexibility-oriented policies. Additionally, 60% of business travelers expect to make changes that improve travel sustainability and expect their organization to follow suit.

  3. SAP Concur Blog

    96% of Business Travelers Willing to Hit Road This Year

    SAP Concur's 2021 Global Business Traveler and Global Travel Manager reports found that virtually all respondents desired to travel again, with nearly two-thirds 'very willing.' Budgets are expected to rise but not to pre-pandemic levels. More than two in three travelers say they are driving the return to travel, not their companies. Travelers value flexibility (72%), and 68% oppose a return to pre-COVID policies.

  4. SAP Concur Blog

    Be Prepared to Keep Your Employees Safe During the Busiest Travel Season

    SAP Concur notes that October and November are historically the busiest months for business travel, with November 15 and 16 being the busiest days last year, showing 58% more business travelers than an average weekday. Infrequent travelers taking only one to three trips per year significantly contribute to this surge. Given the increasingly unpredictable environment, companies need to ensure employee safety and are advised to have a data-powered risk management program. SAP Concur released Concur Locate, an integrated traveler risk management solution with 24/7 monitoring, to help companies quickly locate and assist employees during health crises or natural disasters.

  5. SAP Concur Blog

    New Survey Reveals Hidden Threats to High-Risk Business Travelers

    A survey commissioned by SAP Concur reveals that 95% of LGBTQ+ business travelers have hidden their sexual orientation on business trips, and 85% changed travel arrangements as a result. Over 77% of female travelers experienced harassment or mistreatment. Nearly 60% of travelers changed plans due to feeling unsafe. Companies need to strengthen duty of care with inclusive policies, safety training, and risk tools.

  6. SAP Concur Blog

    Duty of Care and Travel Risk Management for Female Business Travelers

    A SAP Concur blog post states that employers have a duty of care toward business travelers and expatriates, described as the moral, social and legal responsibility to do everything reasonable to safeguard their health and wellbeing. It notes different groups face different travel challenges and previews an HX Global panel at the GBTA Convention in Boston on global traveler risk for females. It recommends a travel risk management program covering security, medical and travel advice, and tools such as Concur Risk Messaging and Active Monitoring to locate people and maintain two-way communication.

  7. SAP Concur Blog

    Protecting Travelers in an Unpredictable World

    Citing a GBTA Foundation survey, SAP Concur says 57% of business travelers agree that 'nowadays, any destination could be high risk.' The post identifies risk-management gaps: 58% of travelers said they would call their supervisor, 60% of travel managers rely on travelers to reach out when they need help, and 31% of travel managers say they are unable to support travelers who book outside their system. It recommends reviewing employee awareness and education, infrastructure and data integration to meet duty of care.

  8. SAP Concur Blog

    SAP Concur: Return to Corporate Travel and Measuring Its Value

    A SAP Concur blog post cites an EY/SAP Concur whitepaper on the return to corporate travel after the pandemic. The 2021 Global Business Traveler Study found that 38% of travelers worried that not traveling would make it difficult to build new client relationships, 45% were concerned about maintaining business connections, and 54% wanted to travel to make personal connections. The whitepaper suggests companies need to provide more pre-trip details, safety protocols, and consider sustainability.

  9. SAP Concur Blog

    How Corporate Travel Can Meet Both Business and Traveler Needs

    A SAP Concur blog post discusses how technology is changing traveler behavior in corporate travel and the relationship between booking channels and safety. Citing a GBTA study, it notes that 80% of travel buyers do not use technology to capture outside bookings, and nearly half of business travelers say their organization only knows where they traveled through expense reporting. Technology can enhance traveler safety in four areas: reporting, awareness, behavior guidance, and direct contributions.

  10. SAP Concur Blog

    Traveler Experience in a Global Travel Program: Technology and Safety

    A guest post on the SAP Concur blog by World Travel Inc. discusses traveler experience in global travel programs. It cites a 2019 whitepaper by SAP Concur and Wakefield Research, noting that better travel solutions lead to happier and more dedicated employees. Safety is the top priority for business travelers worldwide, so World Travel is investing in the WorldWatch platform for real-time event monitoring and traveler location. Additionally, single integrated tools and region-specific content help meet market needs.

  11. SAP Concur Blog

    Female Business Travelers: Is Your Safety Protected for Bleisure?

    This SAP Concur blog post addresses safety concerns for female business travelers, especially during bleisure travel. A report found that 37% of North American business travelers extended a work trip for leisure, with Millennials at 48%. The article emphasizes understanding company policies, insurance coverage, and sharing itineraries, and suggests purchasing additional insurance if the leisure portion is not covered.

Mar 20Wed