Is it possible to sleep well on a work trip? Reader M asks…. I can’t be the only one with sleep problems on the road, can I? My go-to is usually a Benadryl or unisom (same ingredients) but I know other people take melatonin or use those patches. Would love a post about sleep issues…
Monthly Archives
Monthly Archives for January 2019.
Packing for a business trip during a snowstorm
In the Road Warriorette household, we are obsessed with weather. Every morning while the Mini Warrior is eating breakfast and getting ready for school we watch The Weather Channel. My six-year old can recite facts about storm clouds, hurricanes, and daytime heating like other kids talk about dinosaurs. These days TWC is talking about all…
Strategies for eating well on the road
Eating well on the road is always my goal. Alas, holidays don’t care about eating plans. But now that things are mostly back to normal, it’s time to recommit! And, since it’s January, it makes sense to just continue with the theme of healthy travel. Here are my strategies for eating well, plus some easy…
Travel Bag of the Week: Travelpro Platinum Elite Women’s Briefcase
It’s been a while since I’ve done a travel bag of the week, but when I saw the new Travelpro Women’s Briefcase I couldn’t resist. Y’all, this bag is designed for serious travelers and it’s just gorgeous. The interior has a padded pocket for a laptop or tablet, plus another zipper pocket. There is a…
Traveling During a Government Shutdown
The government shutdown has lasted over three weeks, and the effects are definitely being felt by travelers. TSA agents are among those affected by the shutdown, working without pay at airports across the country. As a result multiple airports have reported shutting down security lanes or even entire terminals for periods of time. This means…
10 Ways to Work Out on a Business Trip
Even though it’s not technically on my 2019 Plans list, like everyone else I want to recommit to regular activity in the new year. But the time! The effort! And on a work trip where you’re working, entertaining clients, flying, and driving for 20 hours straight, the idea of strapping on my sneakers and being…
5 Dry Skin Necessities for Winter Business Travel
Last spring my sister introduced me to Korean skin care. It basically involves ten (or more) steps including cleaning, toning, different serums for morning and night, targeting problem areas, and moisturizing. As a super busy woman who doesn’t always remember to wash her face before passing out in bed, the idea of ten steps was…