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Removed the statement that business meals must take place in a restaurant or be catered by an approved supplier.

Added a new section on home share lodging (such as Airbnb)

Added new hotel (citizenM in Menlo Park) and split hotels into two charts by the city of Palo Alto and other surrounding cities.

Stanford Travel Desk Guide updated for 2024.

Added guidance on choosing economical and sustainable travel options.

Provided clarification that premier ride share services are considered car services and must follow university policies.

Added room sharing guidelines, stating nightly rates are per room, not per person/occupancy.

Page was revised and rearranged for clarity.

Topics include: Egencia Fees Reduced or Eliminated, new Alaska Airlines Stand-by Upgrades, Travel Promotions, reminders on eReceipts, RealID deadline, Summer Travel Tips, In Case You Missed It links, and other resources.

This newsletter focuses on balancing risk and benefit considerations in determining the appropriate purchasing method.