Business Travel | Weight Watcher

It used to be that only high level executives in large Fortune 500 companies traveled frequently by air. Now, even despite marked improvements in information technology and telecommunications, those employed by smaller businesses find themselves called upon to travel to meetings, conventions, and other events in various parts of the world. The following tips are intended to assist the business traveler in avoiding the stress and fatigue that often seems to accompany frequent business travel. Some of these tips may even have the added benefit of causing the frequent business traveler to relax and enjoy the trip.

Perhaps one of the most frustrating travel problems that a business traveler can experience is lost luggage. While a beachgoer can drop by the hotel gift shop and purchase a replacement bathing suit, it is far more difficult for a business traveler to replace an expensive suit, dress shirt, tie, dress shoes and socks. The best way to combat this problem is to make certain that everything needed for your business trip is contained in your carry on luggage.

With such an arrangement, you will avoid wasted trips. You should also keep things simple by packing only what you need for a particular trip. Besides saving you time while packing, this will also save you money in case your luggage goes missing.

To pack just the right amount for your business trip, it is best to travel with only two pair of shoes ? one business, and one casual. And, in packing your clothing, select only those items needed to carry you through the meetings and other functions you are to attend during your trip. Finally, pack the toiletries that you require, along with any work-related documents or materials that you need.

One tip that will enable you to travel with a smaller piece of luggage is to roll your clothing items, rather than folding them. Doing so takes up less space in the bag and also results in less wrinkled items when they are unpacked. Finally, it is a good idea to pack dark colored, rather than light colored, clothing, because a dark colored item will not show a stain and may not need to be laundered mid-trip in the event of a spill.

Personal wet wipes can be a lifesaver when it comes to travel since if you are delayed and have to rush to a meeting before being able to shower you can always use a wet wipe to freshen-up. Another thing to consider is the battery life of your personal electronics. Be sure to prepare for your journey by charging your cell phone, and perhaps bringing your portable charger.

Whenever possible you should try to work as you travel. This will save you some time, which you can use for relaxing or even site seeing. This way you will find your business trips turning out to be more exciting. All you need is proper planning so that you can be ready for any travel be it a short or long trip. With proper planning, you also reduce any chance of stresses associated with business travel.

Graham McKenzie is the content syndication coordinator for a leading South African Flight Comparison portal, to book a flight, simply visit our website at: http://www.saflights.co.za

Source: http://www.weight-watchers-uk.com/2011/10/business-travel/

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