Is business travel something you enjoy? Conversely, do you look forward to your trips and then wish they were over? In the center, I settle down. The greatness of my coworkers was the main reason I didn’t hate business trips.
However, I tend to stay home more often than not. Honestly, I’d rather stay in and spend time with my loved ones any day.
I am always on the lookout for new strategies to alleviate the stress and inconvenience of business travel. Some of such pointers are presented below.
Eleven. Arrive at your destination ahead of schedule
I wanted to make sure you knew this, even if it seems like a rather basic or apparent suggestion. There are a few of reasons why I always check in early whenever I travel. To start, I am picky about where I seat on planes since I am not a great flier. After enjoying the in-flight food, I prefer a window seat so I can lean against the jet and go off to sleep.
Additionally, it expedites the airport process. Plus, it allows me to get a bit more rest before my earlier trip. (This is similar to why I try not to check bags whenever I can!).
Lastly, I can use my phone as my boarding ticket as it is constantly with me. Because of this, I won’t need to lug along as much paperwork. (With the chance of coming out on the losing end!)
12. JOIN THE COMMON TRAVELER GROUP
The use of frequent flyer miles for business travel is something you should absolutely look into if your workplace permits it (sadly, mine doesn’t!). Points may accumulate and be used to redeem future flights or hotel stays, even if you aren’t a frequent traveler. And every dollar matters, isn’t it? Additional perks may be yours via frequent flier clubs. Some of these perks can include a lounge pass or expedited check-in. (In case you still need convincing why becoming a member is beneficial.)
I was able to save a significant amount of money off my forthcoming trip to the Gold Coast. First of all, I was able to pay for a portion of my flight by exchanging some points. Secondly, I received a birthday certificate that I may use to get a discount on my hotel stay!
Thirteen. Bring the minimum amount of hand luggage you can manage, particularly if you plan on making many stops.
My spouse and I have different opinions about this, and I’m ashamed to say it. So that he doesn’t have to tote about a heavy bag, he usually checks his baggage. He also thinks it simplifies passing through security. Checking bags is something I despise. You see, I despise waiting on the other end of the line to release my bags because I am very impatient.
Though I refuse to acknowledge his correctness, I do understand his position and am prepared to compromise. Before you go for your business trip, figure out what you’ll need to bring. Will you be required to remove your laptop from your backpack when passing through security? Will you be traveling for an extended amount of time or will you have many layovers? You may use all of this information to guide your choice. No matter what, you can’t claim that we weren’t warned! No way!
14. Inquire with locals about recommended restaurants and must-see attractions.
This is another suggestion from my spouse; it follows on from Latoya’s excellent suggestion on regional cuisine. A few years back, Hubs spent three weeks in Boston. The local staff’s recommendations for the top eateries and must-see sights were invaluable to him. He discovered that his American coworkers were eager to teach a stranger the ropes and even took him out on many occasions. As a result, he had some of the finest meals of his life at places like a lobster joint, a food truck, and sushi. It also allowed him to spend more time getting to know his American teammates than if he had just ordered room service every night.
15. Pre-Order Your Groceries IF TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE
Having lunch while on the road for business might be a luxury, but this advice can make it much simpler to grab a bite to eat. Take advantage of any opportunities you have to investigate nearby eateries. If you want your food to be almost ready when you get there, place your order in advance. You might be even more productive if you enlisted the help of a coworker and sent them down to pick it up for you.
16. Book a weekend getaway
Brisbane is home to some of my best friends and the city was once my home. Regrettably, I don’t often ascend to that level. There are two occasions this year that I can go there for work, and you can guarantee that I will spend at least one weekend there! The company where I work is OK with employees doing this, provided that we cover the cost of any ticket difference. (Considering the higher cost of airfares for weekend travel).
When you go someplace you already know people, like friends or relatives, you may cut your vacation costs in half. Even if it doesn’t, you shouldn’t ignore it. Find and get a cheap place to stay. It may be a fantastic opportunity to see a strange city that you normally wouldn’t go to.
17. Take a look at what’s happening next
Just as with the prior piece of advice, I’m happy to tell you to savor every moment of your trip. Oh, and by all means, “Go for it!” if attending a performance or event is something you can do while you’re abroad. While I’m traveling on a business trip later this month, I have tickets to see Danielle LaPorte. To make it work, I had to move about a little the dates of my business trip, but I would have missed it entirely if it hadn’t been for work. We don’t commonly find that kind of trip here in Canberra, Australia, even though it is the capital city. This is, therefore, rather delightful.
Fortunately, I was able to persuade a coworker to accompany me, so we’ll be splitting the cost. Now that she’s heard of Danielle’s work for the first time, we can all get together to celebrate the occasion! I am really excited!
Eighteenth, Make a Regular Packing List
Do yourself a favor and avoid the stress of constantly asking, “Have I forgotten something?” if you travel often. With each trip you take. I discovered this the hard way, and now my medicine cabinet has twenty packs of motion nausea medications. Why? Because I always seemed to lose track of them and had to purchase a new box at the airport kiosk whenever I went on a trip. (At a cost that is around double what I would pay at my neighborhood drugstore). Or make a digital version of your list, laminate it, and then use a dry-erase marker to cross things off as you go. I can assure you that this will revolutionize the way you pack for trips, making them a breeze!
* I have improved my trip checklist since I wrote this piece! It is now in Trello. Actually, I have separate checklists for business travels and vacations.
19. Bring Some Home Comfort with You
When Candice goes on business trips, she loves to bring a little something from home with her. This is particularly true if her absence will be extended. As long as there’s space in your baggage, Candice said that your favorite cushion may be a suitable substitute.
In my opinion, this is a brilliant plan. As a matter of fact, my essential oil diffuser has been my traveling companion. In order to unwind after a long day at the workplace or get a good night’s sleep, I prefer to set up my diffuser in my hotel room and diffuse some essential oils.
Twenty. Bring along a change of clothes.
Because of the increased likelihood of missing or delayed checked baggage, this piece of advice is only useful if your journey is very lengthy (such as across international borders) or if there are many layovers. Need to get somewhere certain immediately thing following your flight? Just picture yourself showing up in your sloppy vacation attire and feeling the embarrassment. Bags seldom experience significant delays or disappear entirely. However, it is certain that it will occur if you have a significant engagement. What a case of Murphy’s Law!
Bring along an extra set of clothing so you can appear presentable for the event or meeting! If you’re here, I’m going to assume you’re a planner, so I apologize if this seems a little excessive. No one has ever been caught out by being too prepared. The Girl Guides’ Dedication
21. Bring the Lightest You Can Before Making It Even Lighter
My husband and I spent a considerable amount of time at the ship’s art gallery, where we even bought several pieces to bring home with us. Ajay, the ship’s Art Director, had been aboard for seven months, so we also had the opportunity to meet him! Wow, I can’t even begin to fathom that! Based on this, I assumed that Ajay was very skilled at business travel. To get his greatest tip, I asked him. According to Ajay, the key is to not bring too much gear. His subsequent words of wisdom were as follows:
Avoid carrying around heavy books by loading up your phone or tablet with all of your favorite reading material.
You can fit a lot more if you roll everything. All you have to do is iron when you get to your destination.
Get into your shoes by stuffing your underpants and socks inside. Each shoe need to have enough room for four pairs of socks!
Socks and underwear may be easily stashed in a hotel room drawer if you put them in a plastic bag before a long trip.
Enjoy Your Work-Related Travels!
Whenever I am required to travel for business, I have found that letting loose a little makes the experience much more bearable. You will not benefit by complaining because business travel is something you dislike. Stop moaning and start finding ways to appreciate where you are. Whether it’s treating yourself to a massage, going out to dinner with coworkers, renting a corny movie from the room’s entertainment system, reading a trashy novel, or even just smiling instead of grimacing, do something, and be thankful for the opportunity that others would beg for.
I hope you have found this massive page on business travel advice useful. Enjoy your business trip! If you know of any more fantastic travel ideas, please share them with me in the comments!
