How much do you like business trips? Or, is every vacation something you look forward to, and then you’re glad it’s over? I settle squarely in the center. Because my coworkers were so great, business trips weren’t a problem for me.
On the other side, I like to stay at home sometimes. Being at home with my loved ones is always my first choice.
Every time I travel for business, I search for new methods to make it easier, faster, and more fun. Here I will share a few of those pointers with you.
1. Conceale your wheels in a bag at all times.
This one keeps slipping my mind, why is that? I always tell myself, “Nah, she’ll be right!” whenever I have to travel for business. I will not need much since my trip is short (only a few of nights). After that, I curse Past Bec as I drag my overstuffed suitcase through the airport. No matter how adorable my sister’s white and black striped duffel bag is, I always feel bad about bringing it around.
Invest in a compact, wheeled carry-on with space for your laptop if you’re often on the go!
2. Define Your Scope
Are your coworkers interested in hitting the town after a long day at the office? Nobody will hold it against you if you want to keep on partying. But if you insist on ordering room service spaghetti bolognese and eating it while watching terrible reality TV, you should probably just do it.
Sleep is essential for optimal performance, so keep that in mind no matter what you pick. Sleep time should be a major consideration in your schedule. If you don’t change, you’ll hate spending your days at the workplace! (I have first-hand knowledge of this one…)
3 Make Time for Yourself
I adore a nice Pilates session while I am traveling for business, even if I am not a fitty-titty. My hotel room floor included it before I ever stepped foot in the workplace. I also always bring a bottle of water and sometimes make my own trail mix snacks. I should still take care of myself, even when I am away from home.
The same is true for you; so, you should include self-care in your trip itinerary. Stay at a hotel with a gym if you’re a total gym rat. Running shoes and workout attire should be in your bag. Before you leave, find out where the food locations are and what basic, healthful items you can acquire if you get stuck if you have particular eating needs or are on an eating plan.
4. Use the spare cash to get entry to the lounge.
My former supervisor, Matt, gave me this advice by telling me that the airport lounge is available to all passengers for a fair yearly cost (sometimes a few hundred dollars). I inquired, “What’s the big deal?” without any knowledge of lounge culture. According to Matt, every time you take a flight, you have to stop at the airport to get food, snacks, and coffee. This builds up, and paying for lounge access regularly might end up being more cost-effective than buying it on an as-needed basis, especially if you travel often. In addition to the apparent perk of being much more comfortable than in the main waiting room, you can buy your food and coffee in the lounge. This is a fantastic suggestion, and I want to look at it more.
Additionally, you may be eligible to deduct the cost of your lounge pass when you file your taxes, so it’s worth discussing with your accountant.
5.Keep a wide-mouthed water bottle on hand.
Friend Brooke of The Pursuit of Wellness really gave me this piece of advice as I was getting ready for my vacation. Brooke is a seasoned cruiser and provided me with a wealth of advice. However, this one is as great for business trips. Staying hydrated is something you probably think about a lot if you’re anything like me. Actually, I find that water provides some comfort. I am a bit anxious about when I will get my next dose if I don’t have a bottle of water close by. This may mount up rapidly when you consume bottled water, as you would expect.
I spent more over $40 on bottled water on my recent trip to Queensland, which lasted for two days. You can usually get potable water, or water that has been filtered, in most areas, notably in workplaces. Take advantage of the free water by bringing a wide-mouthed bottle. Which is really convenient and also saves a ton of money!
6. Investigate Your Transfer Choices
Candice, a close friend of mine, knows just how I enjoy to travel, so she gave me this idea. Thoroughly ready and with little fuss. Since Candice and I don’t want to rely on anybody else to ensure that we reach the airport on time, we both prefer to drive ourselves. Our desire to dictate our own fates is mutual.
From our home in Canberra, Australia, we can drive to the airport and save a ton of money on parking compared to taking a cab. However, you should consider all of your possibilities and choose the one that suits you best. Other viable choices include a well-developed public transportation infrastructure or a strong preference for Uber.
No. 7: Get to Know Local Drivers
A little more travel advice from Matt, who dropped back in. (Maybe he was afraid Candice might top him?) Building ties with local drivers might be helpful, he said, if you go to the same places often. According to Matt, he and his coworker used to have a designated driver who would pick them up whenever they wanted, at a prearranged location far from the crowds, on their frequent trips to Melbourne. A little amount of “you scratch my back, I’ll scratch yours” is being shown here. A driver may be ready to take private reservations for a standard rate from passengers who are well-behaved. Asking seems like a worthwhile endeavor, if nothing else!
8. Keep only little sums of money on hand.
Money does not sit well with me. My debit card is my go-to payment method. Having said that, I never travel for business without carrying a small amount of cash on hand. Maybe you’re wondering, “Just in case of what?” Have you ever been so engrossed in a meeting that you forgot to bring lunch with you? You may be able to persuade a coworker or acquaintance to quickly go to the nearby café and pick something up for you if you have some cash on hand.
You may not have enough time to locate a seller that accepts EFTPOS, or maybe you just don’t have it in you. Maybe you’re so thirsty that you can’t stand the thought of going without water and have to resort to stealing a bottle from a vending machine. The minimum amount for EFTPOS is $10, so maybe you should just buy a stick of gum. In your cab, the credit card machines are acting up, and you have to pay the fare. Grasping the object I am setting down? Naturally, it is impossible to anticipate every possible scenario. However, you may avoid certain uncomfortable or time-consuming scenarios if you had some cash on you.
9. Maximize Your Vacation Spot
I was contacted by La Tonya Roberts via Instagram to inform me that she has turned her passion of business travel into a full-time profession! That’s dedication! My greatest piece of advice from Latonya was to really immerse myself in the area by trying the local cuisine and participating in some of the local activities.
On this matter, I wholeheartedly agree with La Tonya. Now that I’m traveling more often, I’m trying to savor each destination. I haven’t done any sightseeing in Melbourne despite being there three times for business. What a squandering of resources!
10. Switch to Airplane Mode
In an email, the charming Johanna of Adventures of Jo shared a travel advice with me. She said that, in order to use your phone while in the air, you should switch it to airplane mode. Incredibly helpful advice. I feel completely lost without my phone; it’s like an extension of me. (Moving away from technology for a little while was challenging!).
In continuation of Jo’s suggestion, I suggest that you prepare for your flight by downloading some music or podcasts on your mobile device. After that, you’ll have a lot of music to listen to during your flight! This is also true for digital publications like periodicals and novels. Sure, why not do everything to escape the terrible (or nonexistent) in-flight entertainment?
