This post is self-serving, so don’t read it if you are looking for a travel tip or deal. But a student still progressing through my former graduate program operates a blog of her own called Branching Points. Liza’s focus is on non-academic career paths for those with a graduate education, something I’ve struggled with in the last couple years … [Read more...]
Do Professional Titles Get You Better Service?
April 30, 2013 By 58 Comments
After I completed my graduate education, I started booking all of my reservations as “Dr. Scott Mackenzie” instead “Mr. Scott Mackenzie.” I don’t make a fuss if some people say “Mr.” anyway, but I earned the new title and think it’s only fair to include it when the option is available. My interest is whether such a change … [Read more...]
Create a Custom 3D Route Map
April 29, 2013 By 1 Comment
Many frequent travelers use a website called My Flight Memory to track their flights around the world. You can add other information like the aircraft, your seat number, and random notes. I haven't been very good about updating mine. :( Brad shared with me a cool project, Loci, that lets you enter your flights manually or import them from TripIt … [Read more...]
Answers to Reader Questions: The Personal S**t
April 28, 2013 By 6 Comments
I promised I would answer every question you guys asked -- and I meant it. So here are my replies to the more personal questions that have nothing to do with travel. harvson3: How’s the neuroscience job search coming? I’ve been lazy. I took six months off after I turned in my thesis in September and only recently started looking. … [Read more...]
Review: Amtrak Emergency Bus Service
April 9, 2013 By 10 Comments
I've already given up on Amtrak, but I still have one more important task. During my misadventure on Sunday, a couple readers asked me to review the bus service. They've read reviews of business class. They've read reviews of coach class. They've even read reviews of those who dare to book sleeper cars on long-distance journeys. No one has ever … [Read more...]
