June 25, 2024
Traveling for business during the summer months can be both rewarding and challenging. As the temperatures rise, so do the number of leisure travelers. Summer vacation travelers can lead to crowded airports and hotels for business travelers.
Below are some corporate travel tips to help you navigate the busy summer season:
- Corporate Networking Opportunities: Summer conferences, group travel, inventive travel, and industry events abound. Use these gatherings to network, collaborate, and build professional relationships.
- Fast-Track Security: Programs like TSA Pre and Global Entry can save you time at security checkpoints. Combine them with CLEAR for a seamless experience. Many companies will reimburse you for membership as part of your business travel expenses.
- Morning Business Flights: Select early morning flights to avoid cascading delays caused by bad weather and avoid the rush of leisure travelers. Taking morning flights will also ensure that you arrive to your business meetings on time.
- Non-Stop Flights: Minimize risk by booking non-stop flights for business travel. Connecting flights may seem cheaper, but delays can cost you and your company time and money.
- Be Prepared for Summer Weather: Summer weather can be unpredictable. Pack lightweight clothing for warm destinations, but also bring layers for cooler evenings or air-conditioned conference rooms.
- Summer Bleisure: The concept of “bleisure” – combining business travel and leisure travel is an excellent add-on for your summer business trips. Consider bringing your spouse or visiting family in the city where you have business meetings.
- Stay Hydrated: Corporate air travel and hot weather can dehydrate you. Carry a reusable water bottle and refill it at airports or during meetings. You need to be hydrated to perform your best during business meetings.
Successful corporate travel during the summer involves keeping a positive mindset. Our expert corporate travel agents have made Teplis Travel a top corporate travel agency for over 50 years, no matter what the season. Let our corporate travel planners help you navigate the challenges of your corporate travel booking during the summer. With a little bit of advanced planning, your summer business travel can be both productive, enjoyable, and smooth. Safe travels!
This blog was reviewed for accuracy by
Ted Petty, CIO/CTO Teplis Travel
Ted is a seasoned expert in the corporate travel industry, currently serving as the Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) at the Teplis Travel Agency in Atlanta, Georgia. With over three decades of travel industry experience, Ted has consistently demonstrated his prowess in optimizing travel solutions for businesses, leveraging innovative travel technologies, and enhance the traveler’s omni channel experience. His dynamic leadership and commitment to staying at the forefront of travel industry trends make him an invaluable asset in the world of corporate travel booking and leisure travel planning.
