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For most people airport security checks, long layovers and hotel stays may not be that comfortable. Therefore, anything that makes life better for the business traveler is worth a try. Some business hacks that can make your travel much better.
Pack Carry On Wisely
If you ever had a bag misplaced by an airline, you would have probably tried to fit anything important into a carry-on. Smart business travelers will try to get all the important stuff into their hand baggage and avoid check-in.
Adding Up Frequent Flyer Miles
By sticking to one or two airlines of your choice you can build up frequent flyer miles and score useful perks and upgrades given to loyal customers. Therefore, instead of buying a cheaper ticket from another airline why not use the frequent flyer miles to get your upgrades.
Buy Lounge Membership
Joining a lounge can make the experience of waiting at the airports better. The regular airports can become quite wearing if you have to spend a long time at the airport.
(Read 5 Ways To Score Airport Lounge Access )
During long layovers, a wonderful lounge can make all the difference. Some of the important benefits you get from a lounge club membership are free WI-FI, snacks and power outlets. Some lounge clubs do have showers to distress yourself during the waiting period.
Get Pro At Hotel Stays
The loyalty scheme is also available at the hotels. If you visit a particular hotel many times a year you are most likely to get suit upgrades, buffet lunches, and much more personalized services. These rewards can make your hotel stays much better.
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Update Passport
One of the most important things is to keep your passport updated. Keeping the passport updated can help you to focus on other aspects of the trip.
Wear Natural Clothing
Going on a business trip doesn’t mean you wear business suits all the time. Wearing clothes like a t-shirt and cotton pants can make you feel more comfortable.
Get Some Snacks
Often time’s travelers do not take any snacks. However, having a decent amount of food can keep your tummy from grumbling. Healthy energy bars, granola bars, and high fiber snacks can keep energized.
On-Time Arrival Records Matter
Missing a connecting flight, late flights or canceled flights can be stressful. Therefore, try to book a flight that has a great on-time arrival rate and less cancellation rate.
Arrive An Hour Early
Often times we arrive at the airport just in time. What if there is a traffic jam due to uncertain weather conditions. Therefore, it is advised to arrive an hour early. If the normal time to reach the airport is 2 hours start 3 hours before.
Get a Corporate Credit Card
Many credit card companies will allow you to collect points while not spending your own money. Thus the miles and points earned through the credit cards will help a lot in making travel better.