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Lawana Esch
Lawana Esch is the manager at Holiday Inn Express in Miami, OK and Pittsburg KS. For more information please call 918-542-7424 or 877-863-4780.
Business
2012-01-26 15:28:36
Expert travel tips
A: Absolutely! No matter how frequently you travel, you will find that there is always room for learning additional travel tips. A great trip begins in the planning stages. Most people plan trips while looking at glossy brochures or impressive websites on the destination. While doing that is an important and fun part of the travel planning, it can only get you so far. Remember, marketing mediums are created to be impressive. They do not always provide all the information you actually need to know to make your particular trip successful. When choosing a hotel, consider your options as if you are in charge of booking the perfect hotel for your boss. Anticipate your needs and walk through your expected itinerary. Here are some points to consider: • Proximity to meeting places • Access to transportation • Nearby dining and points of interest • Amenities • Availability of business work spaces • Availability of wireless connection • Price point • Frequent visitor discounts If you will be traveling to the same places for repeat visits, develop a relationship with local hotels and restaurants. Loyalty has its rewards. Next, know your destination well. Whether you are traveling domestically or internationally, there will important things you need to know to help guide your trip. Look up local laws and customs to avoid any travel faux pas. Know the location of your hotel and the distance from your intended meeting places, as well as the cost and availability of transportation. Many travelers will choose the cheapest accommodations available (which are generally out of the city center) and find out much later that another hotel would have been cheaper including the price of local taxis. Lastly, pack well, and smart, but do not pack everything. Extra bags always translate to extra work, hassle, lost items and increased cost. Know your destination and pack specifically for that destination. For example, do not bother packing your favorite pair of jeans if you are going to the tropics; once they are wet, they will not dry and you not only add more weight to your luggage, the clothes end up moldy and damaged. Pack what you really need and make items do double duty. Finally, eat and sleep well. Traveling is exhausting and if you want to be at your best for business, you will need to follow a plan for optimum health. Think of it as your game plan— sleep on the airplane, eat vitamin rich foods, skip the late night party, work out in the morning. Take those simple steps and you will come to the table prepared for anything, or at least look like you are!
 
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