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Orlando Hotels
August 30, 2005 | Permalink | Comments (1)
Now there are even more reasons to visit Orlando. Two more reasons, to be exact. This is because Extended Stay Hotels has added two new Orlando properties to its hotel fleet. These properties were formerly part of Sierra Suites Hotels and now will be offering the service and accommodations that ExtendedStayHotels customers have come to expect and enjoy. In fact, both these properties will be Extended Stay Deluxe brands, so they will offer the added amenities of the Deluxe name.
The new properties consist of a 137-room convention center at 6451 Westwood Blvd and a 125-room hotel near Lake Buena Vista at 8100 Palm Parkway. So whether you're traveling on business or recreation, if Orlando is your destination, Extended Stay has got you covered. Stay for a night, a week or longer. No matter how long your stay, you will feel at home and relaxed at these Extended Stay Deluxe destination.
This is another investment into the expansion of Extended Stay Deluxe, the newest brand from Extended Stay Hotels. Look here for updates as more locations are made available and your traveling becomes even easier with ESH destinations wherever you happen to be headed. Orlando can be lots of fun but also full of crowds, so be sure to have your own space away from the hustle and bustle at these two new Extended Stay Deluxe hotels.
Business Travel Season
August 23, 2005 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack
As August winds down and children start to hear the ring of the school bell, business travelers breathe a sigh of relief. There will be fewer vacationers and hotels will belong to the road warriors once more. As we continue the third quarter, fall brings a renewed emphasis in business. This fall, business travel may be on the upswing. In a recent article, Forbes is announcing that "business travel has finally rebounded." So be ready to hit the roads and be prepared to have more company than usual on your travels.
As August comes to an end, this fall will continue to bring business traffic out onto the road. As long ago as early last year, late 2005 was already predicted to have a spike in business travel so that increase is likely to be felt in the coming months. This could mean more lines and more people, but it also means that more people are taking notice of how important travel is to the expansion of business. So road warriors finally get the appreciation they deserve.
With increased business travel in fall, there may be higher hotel prices; meaning that it is becoming even more beneficial than ever to stay at more moderately priced hotels, such as Extended Stay Hotels. So keep an eye out for deals as you travel alongside road warrior comrades this fall and remember, at least it's no longer summer vacation traffic.
Information in Transit
August 23, 2005 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack
Presentations are getting more and more complex and take up a lot of memory. In addition, it's cumbersome to carry around stacks of papers, so documents are easier to transport when saved in a digital format. But saving vital information right on a laptop can be difficult to share and can be disastrous if your computer was ever to have technical errors. It is because of these restrictions and complications that memory cards have become so useful. They can transfer information between devices, are easily transportable and store a good deal of information, making them an ideal method of transporting and backing up your important documents and presentations.
There are a number of different memory storage devices on the market. One option is the USB flash drive which is convenient because it can plug right into a USB port, which most computers have. An added bonus is that it usually does not require additional software, so transferring can be completed quickly. These flash drives are durable and come in all sorts of dual function devices such as Swiss army knives and pens. Memory sticks are also a popular information transfer method and quite a few computers now have direct ports for them as well. These have varying sizes and all sorts of different types of files can be stored on them, however, they may require more work to hook them up to different computers. Other memory cards are also valid ways of carrying info, though with varying forms of portability.
The presentations and documents you are bringing with you are important and the device you use to transport them should be reliable. For the road warrior, you need a memory card that is as road worthy as yourself. Therefore, look for choices that are durable and can carry all the information you need it to hold.
Which memory card should you choose? Here's some more information on the latest memory-storing gadgets:
http://www.pcmag.com/article2/0,1895,1789824,00.asp
Public Transportation Guide
August 9, 2005 | Permalink | Comments (0)
When getting around a metro area, using your own wheels or renting a car isn't always the most efficient. When you have to factor in extra time to find your destination, find parking and fight traffic, it might not be as convenient as it at first appears. The easiest way to get around is to flag down a taxi, yet with frequent travel, transportation by taxi can become expensive. This leaves public transportation as a means of city navigation. So when do you know to take public transportation and how do you figure it out in a city you haven't been to before?
First, note how many people are going to be traveling with you. If there are a few people who will be splitting the taxi cost, then it is often more reasonable to spring for the cab than paying individually for the bus or metro. However, if you are traveling on your own or with one other person, public transport may be the better choice since it is more economical. That all depends on how convenient it is and how easily you can navigate the system. After all, it's far better to spend a little more and get to your destination on time. But if you can fit your transportation into your budget and still stay on schedule, why not? Then you know where you're going to explore in your off-time, too.
Don't get stuck waiting in a station or terminal when you should be at a meeting. If you plan to take public transport, take the time to learn some basic information about the system where you will be. What are the routes? How often does it run? How much is it and how are tickets purchased?
The more you have mapped out, the more confidently you can utilize transit options. Know your options, schedules, and regional advice before you get there. Many of them are available online:
So do your homework and reap the benefits when navigating metro regions using public transportation to get around.
Space Efficient Living
August 2, 2005 | Permalink | Comments (0)
When it comes to business travel, small and portable wins the race. And with gadgets getting smaller and lighter, the industry is catering nicely to employees on the go where size and weight make a big difference.
When getting everything into a bag, be sure that frequently accessed items are in carry-on pieces or outside pockets. When you check into your hotel, if you're staying for a few days, be sure to empty your bag and settle in. Living out of a suitcase means that clothes will tend to get wrinkled and disorganized. You will also feel less like you're living out of your suitcase if you technically aren't, even if it's only for a few days.
Make use of the areas you have. Even though space is limited, be sure you work in a different location than the bed and have a separate place to eat, even when you're eating in. This makes a small space seem bigger and is one of the benefits of long term hotel accommodations such as Extended Stay Hotels.
Pack smart and then live well while on the road. Pack what you need as compactly as possible and take the additional room to put in something you want. The trick to space efficient living is knowing what you need and keeping everything in order. Don't continually search through your bag if you know you brought something with you. Instead, take that little extra time in the beginning to know where it is and use the space you have available. This is sure to come in handy and be worth the time. Space efficiency is all about packing small, but you don't have to live small as well. Make sure you have space to spread out.
Space efficient travel tips:
http://www.luggageonline.com/packing_bags.cfm
http://www.office-organiser.com.au/Newsletters/newsletter70.html
