A well-planned itinerary enables a traveler to make the best possible use of time abroad. Although travel time is expensive, care must be taken not to overload the schedule. Two or three definite appointments, confirmed well in advance and spaced comfortably throughout one day, are more productive and enjoyable than a crowded agenda that forces the business person to rush from one meeting to the next before business is really concluded. See here for more on booking a Top Hotel or a table at one of the Top Restaurants. The itinerary always goes on top with the information listed below, followed by ...
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Business Travel Etiquette Tips
The impressions you make as a visiting business can be the deciding factor in whether or not the business relationship will thrive. A few simple etiquette tips can help make your business trip not only easier, but also more effective. When you go abroad you’re going to experience new cultures, people, food, music and probably a new language. All of the newness combined with the lack of things and people that you are familiar with might cause you to have some anxiety. This type of anxiety is called cultural shock. Expect to experience some degree of cultural shock. Click ...
May 9, 2014 | Comments Off on Business Travel Etiquette Tips
Tips for Simplifying Your Business Trip
Typically, when you are asked to go on business trips you are given opportunities to further some important company business relationships. Being sent on business trips also reflects the growing confidence your managers have in your abilities. Click here if you need advice on booking with top hotels when planning a trip. Before You Leave Write down everything you’ll need to bring, including clothes, toiletries, and anything from the office you’ll need for work. You don’t want to arrive at your important meeting and realize that the file you need is 500 miles away. Review your company’s reimbursement and ...
May 8, 2014 | 1 Comment on Tips for Simplifying Your Business Trip
How and When To Use Private Planes To Make The Most of Business Travel
How and when to use private planes to make the most of business travel Private planes are known for being the height of luxury travel. With your own personal airspace and spacious cabin, the comfort and personability of private air travel is unmatched. But is it only for the wealthy and bigger businesses? With business travel there is an element of pushing to get the best for less, like getting free upgrades to first class, while ensuring that staff are in the best shape when they arrive at their destination. Is your personal comfort worth it for business travel? ...
Jan 19, 2014 | Comments Off on How and When To Use Private Planes To Make The Most of Business Travel
Great Tools for Business Travellers
During the planning phase, and while in the midst of taking time off, you can rely on a number of excellent apps, websites, and services that can help put your mind at ease about your holiday. Click through to find out how to improve concentration. Here are the 20 best travel apps and services. For more advice about organising your travel, see http://pa-prive.com/best-apps-for-travel-theyre-free/ Hotel Tonight This is an app that helps you find the best day-of deals on a hotel room in top cities around the world. It works by showing you hotels that are offering last-minute deals on ...
Oct 18, 2013 | 3 Comments on Great Tools for Business Travellers
Tips for negotiating a Lower Corporate Hotel Rate
Hotel rates are constantly increasing. However, just because a hotel is quoting a certain rate doesn’t mean you have to pay it. Most hotels would rather rent empty rooms at a lower rate then leave them idle making no money at all. Be prepared to negotiate. Call the first hotel on your list and ask to speak to someone in guest relations. If there is no guest relations person, ask for the hotel manager. Be sure to ask the receptionist for the name of the person to whom you are about to be connected. Jot the name down on ...
Choosing the Right Business Accommodation
Business people are very important clients for hotels as they generally choose the most expensive rooms to make sure that they have all the comfort they need to get ready for a business meeting or a conference. If you’re a businessman or woman looking for an accommodation for your next meeting then here are some tips that should help you choose the best accommodation for your business trips. According to a new study by Travel Leaders, the top five selections were: Location – near business meeting (82.8%), Rewards program – frequent guest points (54.4%), Free Wi Fi (31.4%), Location ...
Sep 9, 2013 | Comments Off on Choosing the Right Business Accommodation
Common Business Travel Problems and Solutions
So what’s the worst that could happen on a business trip? Let our statistics be your guide. Cancelled or Delayed Flights Have a private jet ready? Otherwise, spend your time waiting for the next flight wisely. Start making phone calls to your company, the people you’re flying to meet, and to your travel agent to figure out a new schedule. Get booked on the next flight out and try to reschedule important meetings if you’ll be late. If it’s an option time-wise, try another form of transportation: cars, trains, buses, etc. Always try to fly out the day before ...
Aug 16, 2013 | 1 Comment on Common Business Travel Problems and Solutions
Business Travel Tips for Smart Women
Here are some practical tips to make business travel run more smoothly Sleep smart. Dark circles under your eyes aren’t good for business. Many road warriors know that you can only use a certain amount of concealer to cover bags under your eyes to mask jetlag or poor sleep nights. Carry eye masks and earplugs. Get elite status. Nothing beats having being an elite member of an airline insofar as travel goes as the perks are just great: Faster lines, free upgrades, first class upgrades, the ability to use their lounge in the airport, etc. how do you get that ...
Jul 16, 2013 | Comments Off on Business Travel Tips for Smart Women