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\n Unlock the art of business travel with insights from top executives. Learn how to inject leisure into your trips, making them more enriching without extra cost.\n

The Walking Advantage

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In 2022, the U.S. saw approximately 430 million business trips, highlighting the prevalence of work-related travel. While these journeys are often packed

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with strategic meetings and presentations, executives emphasize that personal enjoyment is not only possible but highly beneficial. A recurring theme among experienced business travelers is the simple act of walking. Arash Azarbarzin, CEO, shares that a deliberate, hour-long walk on his first morning in a new city helps him combat jet lag and attune to the local environment, acting as a form of walking meditation. This practice grounds him and fosters a connection with his surroundings, whether he's navigating Amsterdam's canals or London's Hyde Park. Julian Kheel, founder and CEO, echoes this sentiment, advocating for walking as a preferred mode of transport to actively see the city, clear one's mind, and gain a richer experience compared to being confined to a vehicle.

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Family & Fitness Goals

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Integrating family into business trips can transform them into memorable experiences, as noted by Dmytro Kononov, co-founder and CMO. Despite the added logistical challenges of traveling with a toddler and a stroller, he finds immense value in the precious moments created, such as enjoying mornings on the beach with his son. Beyond family integration, setting personal fitness goals can also enhance business travel. Celebrity chef and Food Network star, who strives to achieve 10,000 steps daily, uses walking as a consistent routine that also allows for deeper exploration of a destination. This commitment to movement not only keeps her active but also serves as a natural opportunity for spontaneous culinary discoveries, like sampling local cafe treats or street food, providing delightful breaks between professional commitments and a way to experience the local culture.

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Local Immersion Insights

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Edward Newell, founder of a Healdsburg, California-based establishment, offers a unique approach to integrating local flavor into business trips by visiting farmers' markets. He views these markets as vital cultural hubs that reveal a place's essence – from seasonal produce to community interactions and local sustenance practices. Newell has applied this method globally, visiting markets in diverse locations like Bali and Brazil, and even in bustling cities such as Paris. He finds these excursions to be a potent creative stimulus, bringing back valuable lessons and a renewed sense of connection to his own travels. This practice of seeking out authentic local experiences ensures he remains grounded and connected, irrespective of his global itinerary, making each trip more enriching.

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Embrace the Enjoyment

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Ultimately, the prevailing advice from these executives is to embrace and actively seek out moments of enjoyment during business trips without any sense of guilt. Arash Azarbarzin emphasizes that travel, even for work, is fundamentally about pleasure. He makes a conscious effort to explore local cuisines and discover new points of interest. These small, personal discoveries transform what could be a routine work assignment into something that feels more like a personal getaway. The key takeaway is that by intentionally integrating these simple, free activities like walking and exploring local markets, business travelers can significantly enhance their overall experience, leading to greater satisfaction and a more balanced professional journey.

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Transform Business Trips: Executives Share Secrets to Effortless Leisure & Exploration

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