The next time you're creating a travel budget for your next out-of-state conference or meeting, you may want to pad it more than usual. As of today, five of the six major U.S. airlines are charging an extra $25 to check in a second bag ($20 on JetBlue). American Airlines, the last holdout, is said to be following suit next week, and several other carries, including Alaska Airlines and Air Canada, are expected to do the same in the coming months.

As this MSNBC.com article states, it's the first of many changes that will drive up the cost of flying. "From snacks to seat selection, we're about to enter the next great age of unbundled airfares." However, according to the article, the fees only apply to domestic coach passengers who purchase lower-cost, non-refundable fares.

For business travelers, the new standards could become costly. Should you need to check a third bag for your upcoming trade show exhibit, for example, expect another $200 charge round-trip.

Think of it as making your own treasure map--with your store or business as the treasure. Wayfaring.com facilitates any person's wanderlust by allowing users to create personalized, shareable maps. Bolstered by Google Maps technology, the user can landmark various locations like favorite restaurants or knitting stores, and share them with others.

Not only can this tool locate the hottest restaurants, coffee shops and pubs, but it can also create custom, convenient routes to your store, saving clientele and employees the time and headache of getting lost. If you'd rather make the experience of finding your business--well, an experience--try partnering up with local businesses or organizations (like recycling locations or charity donation sites, for example) and mark them as key stops along the way.--Whitney Chen