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Handling Business Travel: Tips To Make You More At Home When In A New City

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Business travel can be a great opportunity to further your career. Landing a huge deal on a business trip can turn you into the point person on a specific account. Building rapport with clients can make you the person that is sent to maintain relationships that could be struggling for one reason or another. Business travel can however lead to you becoming very mentally tired if you do not manage your trips appropriately. The following are ways that you can turn a city into one you consider home when traveling for business

Get Into The Habit Of Exercising

Exercise can be tough to come by when you are traveling for business. Putting on weight during business travel is common as you might indulge in great meals to entertain clients. There are a number of chain gyms that allow members to exercise at any location in the country. Even hotels have gyms, but these can differ in quality depending on the establishment. Other cities have great parks where you can hike or even rent a bike for a ride. 

Find A Restaurant You Truly Love 

You might visit a place where finding a great seafood restaurant can be a challenge. The city you are visiting could have many options for you to enjoy certain cuisine. Being able to look forward to a lunch or dinner can be very important. The best thing about today’s world is that nearly all restaurants have delivery options even if delivery menus are a bit limited. 

Schedule Time To Relax Alone 

Traveling for business does not mean that your employer owns every single minute of your trip. You should set certain hours where you can do whatever you’d like. Catching up on some sleep can be tough, especially when sleeping in a new environment. An ideal night might look like ordering food and then watching a movie while getting quality sleep. On other nights you might want to explore as you find social situations and allow yourself to relax. 

Find Cultural Hubs In A City

Going to a cultural hub of a city can be a very enlightening experience. There are places in larger cities that are cultural hubs like that of China Town in New York City or San Francisco. Enjoying yourself on every single business trip will be up to you being proactive and going out to do something. Shopping in a certain city could be far more affordable due to outlet stores of certain brands. Take the time to research any city you will be visiting for a few days so you get the most out of the trip both professionally and personally. You might even find that you have quite a bit of interest in moving to a city due to all it has to offer culturally. 

Traveling for business has been limited due to the pandemic and the adoption of virtual meetings. Making yourself at home in cities that you visit frequently is very important. You want to feel comfortable traversing the city and get to know the city well for conversation with clients.

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Elevate Your Summer In America’s Best Mountain Towns

When you’re looking for where to go for your next vacation give the beach a break and head to one of the best mountain towns the United States has to offer.

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Mountain towns aren’t just for winter fans anymore. In fact, they make for some of the best summer outdoor activities out there. If you enjoy kayaking, rafting, hiking, mountain bike riding or even horseback riding then these mountain towns are for you.

Too often mountain towns are just associated with winter fun, and while they obviously are a great deal of fun in the winter, they are loads of fun in the summer as well.

So when you’re looking for where to go for your next vacation give the beach a break and head to one of the best mountain towns the United States has to offer.

 

 

Jacksonville, Oregon

Located along the Rogue River, Jacksonville is a charming town that has been preserved since the 1850s. This town features a unique, classic history that dates back to the gold rush because it houses Oregon’s very first Chinatown. Come visit this town that has been declared a National Historic Landmark and really get a feel for what the gold rush was like. The Rogue River obviously means that you can spend your time here fishing, rafting or kayaking. If you’re not a huge water fan, though, you can also ride horses, bikes or ride your own two feet as you walk along majestic local trails. After you spend your day adventuring try relaxing in one of the 18 local wineries that offer delectable wines that are sure to excite your taste buds.

 

Ellijay, Georgia

Ellijay is a beautiful remote town that is sure to delight anyone who is lucky enough to visit. If you look around this town, and you don’t have to look that hard, you will find mountains, rivers, vineyards, and orchards. In fact, the orchards are so prominent around here that Ellijay is home to the Georgia Apple Festival every October. Just in case you thought Georgia was all peaches, now you know they make some pretty delectable apples here too. Jimmy Carter knows about their apple prowess. He has a log cabin in Ellijay that he refers to as his second home. You will love your time in Ellijay when you spend it tubing down the Cartecay river or mountain biking and hiking. Whatever your outdoor pleasure may be, Ellijay offers it in spades.

 

Truckee, California

Truckee is Lake Tahoe’s chill younger brother. This town is breathtakingly beautiful and has a charm so undeniable that it will be nearly impossible to leave once you set foot there. Truckee, oddly enough, runs right along the Truckee River which runs straight into Lake Tahoe. Actually, that’s not odd at all, that makes perfect sense. This mountain town still offers high-class food and drinks so you won’t feel like you’re slumming it, and the fun activities abound all year round. Visit Truckee if you want to see the wondrous mountain life that California has to offer.

 

This is just a small sampling of our top three favorite mountain towns, but they exist all over the United States. A good rule of thumb to follow is wherever there are mountains, there are mountain towns. So go climb some elevation and start living that mountain life.

 

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5 Steps to Take If You Get Hurt While Traveling

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5 Steps to Take If You Get Hurt While Traveling

Travelling can be a lot of fun, but there’s always the risk that you might get hurt.

You could end up in a car accident, get food poisoning, slip and fall, or get injured while playing a sport.

In short, accidents happen.

That’s why it’s best to be prepared. If you get hurt abroad, here’s what you need to do:

1. Seek medical attention

The very first thing you should do when you get hurt while traveling is get proper medical attention.

In some cases, you may only need first aid. If you don’t have a first aid kit with you, however, ask around to see if the property owner or someone nearby does.

If the injury is more serious, you may need to go to the hospital or a clinic. Search online for the nearest ones. Depending on how badly you’ve been hurt, an urgent care might do.

If you can’t move or be transported, call 911 in the U.S. or an equivalent emergency number wherever you are to get an ambulance.

As a rule of thumb, it’s better to get your injury checked out even if you don’t think it’s that bad. Some injuries aren’t immediately visible (like concussions or internal bleeding), and getting proper medical attention could save your life.

Once you’re back home from your trip, you can always schedule a follow-up appointment with your primary care physician.

2. Report the injury to the proper authorities

Once you’ve addressed the injury itself, report it to the proper authorities. This could be the police, a property owner, a business manager, or an employee. It all depends on where the injury happens and who is there. Are you in a public space like a park or at a business like a restaurant or a hotel?

Wherever you are, notify the responsible authority about the injury so they are at least aware of it. They may also be able to help you file an accident or injury report.

3. Gather evidence

At this point, you should collect as much evidence of the injury and information about the accident as possible. This may include:

  • Getting the contact information of any witnesses to the injury or accident
  • Taking photos or videos of the injury and the accident scene
  • Making a detailed record of exactly what happened by writing it down or recording a voice memo
  • Keeping any medical bills, records, and receipts
  • Getting copies of any police or incident reports
  • Holding onto any other relevant information

All of this will come in handy later when it comes time to file your insurance claim or any lawsuits. Once you’ve returned home, getting ahold of this information will be much more difficult since you are no longer at the accident scene.

4. Notify your health insurance company

Call your health insurance provider and tell them exactly what happened.

Your insurance company will gather information from you and walk you through the process of filing a claim. The sooner you do, the better since many insurance companies have filing deadlines after which you’ll no longer qualify for compensation.

When you discuss the injury with your health insurer, be careful not to admit fault or assign blame. Doing so may work against you.

Instead, let the police work out who is at fault. Right now, all you need to do is explain to the insurance company how you were hurt.

5. Consult a personal injury attorney

Lastly, consult an experienced personal injury attorney.

They can help you navigate the personal injury legal system, which can be especially complex when the injury happens abroad.

Choose a personal injury attorney near where you live as opposed to where the accident happened. That way, you’re not working with someone who lives far away from you. If needed, they can always procure help from an attorney closer to the scene through a subcontracting arrangement.

Having a good personal injury attorney on your side can make all the difference in personal injury cases. They can provide you with the assurance and confidence you need to get through an otherwise stressful legal process.

Research local personal injury attorneys today so that you know who to call if and when the need ever arises.

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You Won’t Believe What These New Cruise Ships Are Offering

Cruise ships are offering some seriously interesting entertainment options to try and lure new customers onto the open waters.

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The future is here and its wonderful people… Cruise ships are offering some seriously interesting entertainment options to try and lure new customers onto the open waters. I remember a time when a pool, casino, and restaurants were all the amenities these goliath moving cities offered, but boy oh boy have times changed. Let’s take a look at the amazing entertainment options some of these cruise lines are adding to entice customers.

 

IMAX Movie Screen

OK, so maybe movie screens aren’t new to the cruise world but Carnival Vista is trying to add a little pizzazz to their entertainment lineup. The massive IMAX screen is literally three decks high and can seat 180 people. You won’t be seeing old movies here either, expect all new movies, just as they are released in the theatres.

  

Go-Kart Racing

Maybe speed is more your thing, so check out the exhilarating go-kart track on Norwegian Joy’s newest feature. Race along the track that sits on top of the cruise ship and enjoys unbeatable views of the open water. Who ever thought to put a go-kart track on a cruise ship is a mad genius and we love them.

 

Bumper Cars

Say what?!

Who doesn’t love bumper cars? The Carnival standby is now cruising the open seas on Royal Caribbean’s Quantum-class ships. Kids and adults alike can crash into their friends and family to their heart’s content all while on one of the most memorable vacations you’ll ever embark on.

Ice Bars

Maybe an exciting cocktail in a bar made entirely out of frozen ice is more your speed. If so, check out Norwegian Cruise Line’s epic ice sculpture garden turned ice bar on three of their ships. No need to pack a jacket or gloves, the bar provides those free of charge, but the booze is not free. The world may not be ready for bars kept below freezing, but cruise lines are.

 

Indoor Skydiving

Take your adrenaline level up a notch with some extreme indoor skydiving on Royal Caribbean’s Quantum-class. The new iFly skydiving simulators offer some intense high-flying action with almost zero risk. No need to fight your fear of height or airplanes, just suit up and feel the magic of flight.

 

Suspended Biking

Maybe the confines of a cruise ship are starting to get to you and you want to stretch those legs… try suspended biking. Yes, bikes suspended high above the top deck offer amazing views and a great workout. Carnival Vista’s SkyRide lets you cruise a recumbent bike in the sky while on an actual cruise… sounds real meta.

 

Robot Bars

OK, so maybe bartenders are not your thing, how about robot bartenders instead? Yes, I said robot bartenders who always make perfectly mixed drinks. Bionic Bars on the Royal Caribbean’s Quantum-class are regular bars serviced by two robotic bartenders. This is like stepping into the future. And I love it.

 

With these new entertainment options, the idea of being on a cruise ship is quickly becoming more and more enticing.  Pick your pleasure and enjoy your cruise.

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