tdy-tips

Common TDY Mistakes: What to Avoid

Even experienced travelers make TDY mistakes that delay reimbursement, reduce entitlements, or create unnecessary complications. Learning from common errors helps avoid repeating them on your...

Per Diem

TDY Finances: Managing Travel Money

TDY travel creates complex cash flow situations. Advances, reimbursements, and out-of-pocket expenses all require careful tracking to ensure you receive proper compensation without creating financial...

tdy-tips

TDY Transportation: Getting There and Around

Getting to and from your TDY location involves multiple transportation options, each with different cost, time, and convenience tradeoffs. Understanding the rules governing each method...

Lodging

TDY Lodging Selection: Finding the Right Place

Where you stay during TDY significantly impacts trip quality. Strategic lodging selection considers mission requirements, comfort, cost, and convenience to create the best possible experience...

TDY Basics

OCONUS TDY: Overseas Travel Requirements

Overseas TDY travel involves additional requirements and considerations beyond domestic trips. From passport requirements to foreign per diem rates, OCONUS travel demands more preparation and...

TDY Basics

TDY Entitlements: What the Government Covers

TDY entitlements determine what expenses the government covers during temporary duty travel. Understanding these allowances ensures you receive everything you deserve while staying within regulatory...

DTS Guide

DTS Fundamentals: Navigating the Defense Travel System

The Defense Travel System handles nearly all official travel authorizations and reimbursements. Learning to navigate DTS efficiently saves time and frustration while ensuring proper documentation...