265 articles tagged with business travel
When my accounting firm sent me to Carmel, Indiana for a quarterly audit three years ago, I expected the typical American suburban experience. What I discovered instead was a sophisticated small city with surprising international flair, impressive amenities for business...
As someone who's spent years helping travelers connect with local cultures, I've learned that business trips don't have to be all fluorescent lighting and conference rooms. On a recent consulting gig in Kansas City, I discovered how this vibrant Midwest...
There's something rather magnificent about conducting business against the backdrop of the Red Sea's crystalline waters. Eilat—Israel's southernmost city—has quietly evolved from a mere holiday destination into a sophisticated business hub where corporate efficiency meets resort luxury. Having visited quarterly...
As someone who has traversed the globe balancing professional obligations with personal exploration, I've developed a particular appreciation for cities that offer more than just conference rooms. Arlington, Texas—often overshadowed by its neighbors Dallas and Fort Worth—surprised me with its...
As an electrical engineer who frequently travels between continents for infrastructure projects, I've developed a particular appreciation for cities that seamlessly blend cutting-edge technical innovation with livability. Norway's business hubs of Oslo and Bergen represent this balance perfectly, offering world-class...
Rochester, Minnesota presents a fascinating dichotomy that I've come to appreciate through my numerous visits over the past decade. This modest Midwestern city simultaneously houses world-class medical facilities while maintaining its unpretentious prairie roots. As someone who frequently consults on...
As someone who's mastered the art of turning business trips into educational adventures for my kids, I've developed a keen eye for destinations that offer both professional opportunities and meaningful experiences. Arlington, Texas might not initially register on your radar...
After three decades navigating corporate America, I've discovered that business travel offers unique opportunities to understand urban centers from both economic and cultural perspectives. Francistown—Botswana's oldest town and second-largest city—presents a fascinating case study in post-colonial urban development. Having recently...
Landing in Koh Samui for an extended layover after a consulting project in Bangkok last winter was one of those fortuitous business travel decisions that completely transformed my itinerary. What began as a quick tropical escape evolved into a full...
As someone who's spent countless hours leading tours through America's natural treasures, I've developed a keen eye for those overlooked spots that deserve more attention. Aurora, Colorado fits that bill perfectly. Often dismissed as just Denver's airport neighbor, this dynamic...
After decades of corporate travel across five continents, I've developed a particular appreciation for cities that balance business functionality with authentic character. Baltimore – with its revitalized harbor, distinct neighborhoods, and surprisingly accessible natural escapes – offers precisely this combination....
As I stepped off the plane at Viru Viru International Airport, the humid tropical air of Santa Cruz immediately embraced me – a stark contrast to the Andean chill many associate with Bolivia. This lowland metropolis, often overlooked by travelers...
Shanghai exists in perpetual motion—a symphony of ancient tradition and cutting-edge innovation playing out across a skyline that seems to reinvent itself with each visit. As someone who's navigated both corporate boardrooms and wilderness rapids, I've found unexpected parallels between...
As someone who has spent over three decades navigating business travel across continents, I've developed a particular appreciation for destinations that offer respite from corporate routines. Chesapeake, Virginia presents that rare blend of professional accessibility and genuine leisure potential. During...
Milan stands as Italy's sleek, sophisticated business center—a city where Renaissance masterpieces share streets with cutting-edge design houses and Michelin-starred restaurants. During my years documenting therapeutic travel experiences, I've developed a particular appreciation for Milan's dual identity: relentlessly forward-looking yet...
