Avoiding Painful Travel

November 14, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack

Saying that pain should be avoided is pretty obvious.  Figuring out the best ways to accomplish this, however, takes a little help, so Road Warrior went to an expert at WebMD’s Back Pain Health Center for a little advice.  As with any Internet advice, including Road Warrior, always check with your doctor or other professional before undertaking any changes in routine. 

Here are some of the ideas our WebMD friends provided.  First and foremost, stay relaxed and do things that are comfortable.  You won’t get rid of backache by doing a bunch of painful exercises in a tiny hotel room.  A large, comfortable room at one of our Extended Stay Hotels will help to reduce the stress of business travel that can keep that backache going. 

Second, do gentle stretching and strengthening exercises in your most comfortable position.  If sitting feels good, stretch with your hips bent.  If standing is better, think about walking or other straight hip exercise.  Remember, keep it comfortable.

If you must spend a lot of time in your car, take regular breaks to stretch and walk around.  Don’t wait until you feel you need to stop; build in some rest time along the way.  Drivers with seat heaters can deliver soothing warmth to lower back muscles by applying heat from time to time. 

Daily stretching exercises, especially when traveling, can mean the difference between a great trip and a miserable time.  WebMD has some helpful ideas and even provides pictures so you get the most from your effort.  Click here to visit their site, and then click on “How do I exercise to reduce low back pain?”  Road Warrior learned a few new tricks; you may as well. 

As always, you should seek the advice of your physician with any concerns you have regarding a medical condition, as this content is not intended to be a substitute for professional health or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Travel Shouldn’t be a Pain

November 13, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack

Ever reached for your suitcase in the airport and felt that sharp back pain?  If you have, you might expect an uncomfortable few days on the road.  Road Warrior has some ideas that might make your business travel a little more comfortable. 

For most back pain sufferers, applying heat or cold helps relieve the pain.  If heat is your preference, here are some ideas.  Put a damp hand towel in the microwave for 30 seconds, adding more time if necessary.  Place the warm towel in a plastic bag and apply to the appropriate area for 15 to 20 minutes, rewarming the towel as needed.

If cold is your preferred treatment, stop by the corner grocery and pick up a couple of bags of frozen peas.  Because they confirm to almost any shape, they deliver plenty of cold to just the right places.  If you don’t want to head to the store, put a damp hand towel in a plastic bag in a freezer for 15 minutes.  Then apply the bag to the painful spot. 

Hopefully you are staying at an Extended Stay Hotel since all of our hotel rooms have both a microwave and a freezer.  After all, making you as comfortable as possible is what Extended Stay Hotels are all about.   

As always, you should seek the advice of your physician with any concerns you have regarding a medical condition, as this content is not intended to be a substitute for professional health or medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Road Warrior has more ideas to help keep your business and pleasure travel painless, so come back again soon. 

Mother's Day Hotel

May 7, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack

If you don't know what to get Mom for Mother's Day, your perfect gift may be just a click away. Whisk your mother away on a trip to a fun destination. Spend the weekend exploring the city or treat her to a day at a nearby spa. And these great deals can make a weekend vacation even more tempting. This year, make Mother's Day memorable.

* Birmingham, AL
* Phoenix, AZ
* Orlando, FL
* Boston, MA
* Seattle, WA

To get all the details on these great deals and more, view all savings today. We look forward to your stay with us and providing you SuiteSavings rates every weekend!

Temporary Housing

March 19, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack

Most of us will need temporary housing at some point in our life.  On account of such events as job relocation, purchasing a new home, and extended family visits, the need to be away from home or between homes is not uncommon.  There are several options for temporary housing in such circumstances,and one option in particular, staying at an Extended Stay Hotels suite, may be more reasonable than you think.

For a limited time, Extended Stay Hotels is offering a promotion of $200 off the bill for anyone staying in one of its suites for over 30 days.  You don’t need to scour Craigslist for a sublet or pay by the night for a tiny hotel room.  And Extended Stay Hotels is designed with you in mind.  Enjoy a furnished suite with kitchen and laundry facilities on-site, saving you the expense and time of eating out and lugging clothes to the laundromat.  In addition, all Extended Stay Hotels suites feature WiFi Internet access, free personalized voicemail, and expanded cable.  At a couple hundred dollars less than the already affordable rate, now is the time to investigate the Extended Stay Hotels temporary housing option.

Visit Suite Savings for more information on this first time ever $200 off promotion.

Government Discount Hotels

February 13, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack

Finding government or military base hotels that fit into the guidelines provided by FTR (Federal Military Travel) and JTR (Federal Civilian Travel) can be complicated. Avoid travel headaches by knowing the government’s hotel policies before you book a reservation. Check out some of these helpful government travel information portals:

State Department Travel and Business
GSA Travel Resources
Military Travel Rates

Remember, Extended Stay Hotels is registered with CCR (Center Contractor Registration) as a U.S. government contractor and all hotels are FEMA approved.  In addition, Extended Stay Hotels offers hundreds of locations with rates at or below per diem, so you can choose a hotel with confidence.

Government Travel

February 12, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack

Extended Stay Hotels provides the ideal accommodations for government travelers.  When there’s no space available in on-base housing or you’re looking for something a little more comfortable, Extended Stay Hotels suites are the perfect option. For a TDY (Temporary Duty Assignment) of a few weeks or longer, a hotel with a government and military rate that adjusts according to your length of stay always fits the bill.

Extended Stay Hotels is proud to offer special rates to government employees and contractors, as well as active and inactive duty military personnel. Booking hotel reservations at our special government and military rate is easy: just visit our Government and Military Travel Hotels page. It is specifically designed to help give information and assistance to government travelers looking for accommodations at Extended Stay Hotels.  There is also a link from this page to our Military Base directory, which lists hotel accommodations for Army, Navy, Marine, and other military personnel by nearest base.

Feel like you're at a home away from home with full kitchens, on-site laundry, and high-speed Wi-Fi Internet access in every suite.

Orlando Hotels and Travel Guide

January 30, 2008 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack

The new trend in business travel seems to be to choose destinations, for conferences or important company meetings, which are in warm and sunny locations. Orlando has greatly benefited from companies realizing that their employees want pleasant weather and a variety of extracurricular activities to choose from during their stay.

Getting Around:

  • Get around downtown Orlando for just $4.00 with a single day pass on the LYNX bus system.
  • Save money with a Go Orlando Card at about 50 of the best attractions, eliminating the need to purchase tickets in advance.

Seeing The Sights:

  • Aside from Orlando's famous theme parks such as Busch Gardens Africa, SeaWorld, and Disney's Epcot Center, there is plenty to keep you fully entertained. Check out some other exciting options like seeing the Florida Everglades, and possibly spotting a gator, on an airboat tour, or swimming with dolphins at Discovery Cove.
  • Indulge in a luxury shopping experience at the Mall at Millenia and spoil yourself.

Culture: 

Where To Stay:

  • If you are in town for a trade show or conference at the Orange Country Convention Center be sure to check Extended Stay Hotels’ convention center page for nearby accommodations. You can even come for work, but stay longer for fun. Extended Stay Hotels has 15 great Orlando locations, right where all the action is.

City Guides

October 19, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack

Travel is changing and people are taking shorter trips more frequently.  This means they want to make the most out of each day of their stay since time is limited. Taking a look at city guides before or during your trip is a great way to get acquainted with local culture, sites, and restaurants so that you can better plan your stay and see the best of what your destination has to offer.

Extended Stay Hotels understands the benefit of having such valuable information and conveniently makes it available where many travelers are going to do research on their trip; online.  With over 50 informative city guides and more on the way, Extended Stay Hotels has you covered. These city guides cover local treasures in popular urban destinations like Las Vegas, Miami, Salt Lake City, and Dallas. You can plan your trip easier and conveniently view fun activities and sites to see, all in one place.

Hotel Floor 13

March 13, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack

USA Today had an interesting bit of trivia a few days ago.  It looks like you might have a room on floor #13 for your next hotel stay.  For years, floors have been numbered without 13 due to the bad luck associated with the number, but that trend is being reversed.  New hotels are including this floor and most Americans in a survey noted that they were perfectly comfortable pressing button 13 in a hotel elevator.

Hotel Sleeping

February 28, 2007 | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack

Every so often, a news show or article will site a new study and expound upon the necessity of adequate sleep.  On average, adults need 8 full hours of sleep a night and any less than that on a regular can be detrimental.  But who has time for that?  Especially when you're traveling and have early morning meetings, conferences, and business dinners.

So even if you can't get a full 8 hours, what can you do to get the most rest while on the road?  One way is to stay away from bright electronics like the television before going to sleep.  Instead, consider taking some time to jot down some take-aways from that day and plans for the next.  Once you put down the pad of paper, put it out of your head until the morning.  This gives you some time to wind down and also can quiet your mind so you are not still planning while trying to get to sleep.

Also, if you lounge on the bed reading documents and eating take-out in the evening, it can then be difficult to delineate between that and the time to go to sleep.  Extended Stay Hotels has suites, so make use of the other areas of the room for things like working and eating.

Get a full night's sleep when you can, but if you can't, these tips can help you fall asleep faster and get more rest out of the hours before morning.