What Does Good Customer Service Look Like?

What Does Good Customer Service Look Like?

What does good customer service look like? For Gray Dawes, travel management isn’t just about our award-winning technology or access to comprehensive travel content – even if these are vitally important to a travel programme. In this article, we spoke to our very own Julie Hamstead-Wallis, an experienced Operations Manager, about what makes good customer service, the importance of building rapport, and how Gray Dawes goes the extra mile to help our clients get the most out of their travel.

The Blended Travel Trend Explained

The Blended Travel Trend Explained

Blended travel – often referred to by the portmanteau “bleisure” (business + leisure) – is the art of combining work trips with personal leisure activities. But how does blended travel work? What are the benefits for both employees and employers? And what challenges might you face if you decide to include bleisure in your travel policy? We explore all of these questions and more in this comprehensive guide to the growing trend.

How to Prepare for REAL ID Enforcement on Domestic US Flights

How to Prepare for REAL ID Enforcement on Domestic US Flights

REAL ID is a federally mandated identification standard that was created under the REAL ID Act of 2005. It aims to improve the reliability of IDs and better prevent terrorism and identity fraud. Since its rollout on 07 May 2025, U.S. citizens require a REAL ID-compliant form of identification to board domestic flights or enter federal buildings In this article, we list the valid forms of REAL ID and its alternatives, explain how you can get hold of one, and prepare you for what you can expect when traveling within the U.S.