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CONTRACTORS AND CONSULTANTS
Travel Arrangements Contractors and consultants are advised to book travel through their own Company’s travel management company or their own resources. The consultant/contractor is also required to identify the WSI associates they will be reporting to. A copy of this policy and general contact information as well as the appropriate form to submit travel expenses, shall be provided to the contractor/consultant by the engaging manager before they travel to ensure adherence to this Travel Policy and to ensure proper reimbursement. It is the responsibility of the manager engaging the consultant/contractor to communicate the terms of reimbursement and adhere to the terms of this policy. In all circumstances, the engaging manager should require the engaged contractor/consultant to adhere to the same guidelines and travel policies as the WSI associate. General Guidelines Airfare Costs within or outside the United States should be reimbursed only on a coach, non- refundable, lowest cost fare basis. The following expenses will not be reimbursed: airfare upgrades, change fees (without prior WSI approval), and checked baggage for more than one checked bag (except in the case of Photo Shoots). Meals Only meals incurred while traveling away from home, overnight, or on WSI’s business will be eligible for reimbursement, up to a maximum of US$60/day. A daily per diem will not be paid. Itemized receipts must be provided. Lodging All WSI required lodging expenses will be reimbursed at the lowest rate available. Consultants/Contractors should adhere to the city cap of US$185 per night in all markets except New York, Washington DC and Boston. Tips are to be limited to a maximum US$8 on any day (bellman - US$5, housekeeping - US$3). WSI will not reimburse for the following items: laundry/dry cleaning, telephone charges, room upgrades, fitness center fees, movie rental fees, theft, loss of or damage to personal items, and toiletries.
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