249 articles tagged with business travel
There's something profoundly moving about standing at the crossroads of history and modernity, particularly in places where that transition happened within living memory. Kuwait represents one such remarkable transformation—a nation that, within a single lifetime, evolved from a modest pearl-diving...
Standing at the Metro Bus station with my ##AFFILIATE##Osprey Farpoint 40|Osprey Farpoint 40 Travel Backpack##/AFFILIATE## slung over my shoulder, I watched the two cities pulse with energy. Rawalpindi with its colonial architecture and bustling bazaars; Islamabad with its clean grid...
As someone who frequently toggles between research conferences and family adventures, I've developed a keen eye for cities that efficiently serve the business traveler while still offering authentic local experiences. Cleveland—a city that's shed its industrial rust for a polished...
Indianapolis has long been typecast as merely a convention hub and racing capital, but after five academic conferences here over the past decade, I've discovered a city with surprising cultural depth and understated charm. The compact downtown layout makes it...
There's something almost mystical about the energy in Silicon Valley—a palpable current of innovation that flows beneath the surface of this tech mecca. As someone who's navigated the dual worlds of corporate demands and spiritual fulfillment, I've discovered that San...
When my editor assigned me to cover the African Basketball League's expansion into Cape Verde, I expected another standard sports reporting trip. What I discovered instead was Praia – a vibrant capital city positioned at the crossroads of African, European,...
When my production line equipment supplier invited me to Vancouver for a weekend conference, my first thought wasn't about manufacturing specs or supply chain logistics—it was about those magnificent mountains framing the city skyline. As someone who's mastered the art...
The rhythmic clacking of train wheels across continents has always represented more than mere transportation to me—it's the percussion soundtrack to cross-cultural innovation. When my consulting firm assigned me a month-long project comparing tech ecosystems from Texas to Central Asia,...
When I first landed in Ubud three years ago, seeking respite from my corporate burnout, I had no idea this island would eventually become my go-to digital nomad haven. What began as a healing journey evolved into a sustainable work-travel...
When my former academic colleague Maria asked for advice on planning her tech company's quarterly retreat, I was delighted to recommend Charlotte. Having visited the Queen City numerous times while researching colonial trade routes along the eastern seaboard, I've witnessed...
There's something captivating about cities in transition—places where centuries of tradition collide with ambitious innovation. Poznan embodies this duality perfectly. While most business travelers flock to Warsaw or Krakow, I've found myself repeatedly drawn to this under-appreciated Polish gem during...
Oklahoma City has transformed dramatically since my first business trip here nearly a decade ago. What once felt like a sleepy cowtown has blossomed into a vibrant metropolitan hub with distinct neighborhoods, each offering its own architectural character and spatial...
When my academic conference in Delhi concluded last month, I extended my stay in India to explore Hyderabad's burgeoning tech corridor—a decision that proved intellectually stimulating and surprisingly restorative. As someone who frequently navigates the dual demands of professional obligations...
After decades of global adventures with my now-grown kids, I've become somewhat of an expert at finding those perfect accommodation sweet spots—places that give you access to major attractions without the major price tags. On a recent trip to attend...
Gonaïves isn't exactly on the typical tourist trail, and that's grand by me. This city - the cradle of Haitian independence - has a raw, unfiltered energy that reminds me of the industrial estates back in Limerick, minus the lashing...
