Planning a trip when traveling for work or business requires taking a different approach, especially in terms of ensuring convenience and efficiency. You choose accommodation not just for the rooms but also for the availability of conference rooms in Bangkok, for example. As much as possible, you want your choice of hotel to cater to both your leisure and business needs. But there’s one other reason to plan a business trip more meticulously: travel burnout. Travel for work may seem exciting after a couple of trips, but not so much when you do it more frequently.

What is travel burnout, and is it the same as travel fatigue?

  • Travel burnout happens when the excitement of exploring new places is replaced with exhaustion and stress.
  • Travel fatigue is often a result of jet lag, long-distance trips, and other forms of short-term stress.
  • Travel burnout is more complex than fatigue and can be caused by several factors, including a lack of routine and doing too many things at one time.
  • There are several signs and symptoms that point to a travel burnout, such as anxiety at the very thought of your next business trip, constant fatigue and low energy, having trouble sleeping or staying asleep, brain fog, and loss of motivation.

How can you prevent travel burnout?

Choose Accommodation Wisely

There are several benefits to booking a 5-star accommodation for business and travel, but one of the most important is that such properties can adjust to meet your specific needs.

  • Staff can suggest the easiest and most efficient way to reach your destination, avoid traffic, and arrange for transportation.
  • You can expect premium services that can make a huge difference to your experience.
  • Issues like poor Wi-Fi connectivity and lack of a power adapter can be quickly limited with just one focal to the front desk. 

Plan for Delays

Unexpected surprises can easily trip you off, causing unnecessary stress and anxiety. That flight delay you’re facing could derail your entire schedule and itinerary. If you already set up contingencies, however, everything will work out fine.

  • Make a list of possible issues that may arise before and during your trip. If you foresee possible flight delays, for example, put off scheduling a meeting the same day you arrive.
  • Consider flying in a day or two earlier, so you’ll have plenty of time to adjust for any eventualities.
  • Find ways to avert potential disasters. Booking a hotel close to the meeting place, for example, means you can reach your destination even when there’s traffic or issues with transportation.
  • Research what your destination has to offer in terms of convenience. Knowing what payment methods are available, for example, allows you to pack and plan accordingly.

Prioritise Your Health

Burnout is your body telling you that it’s been working too hard and needs to relax and recover. But because you have responsibilities, you have to keep going. This doesn’t mean sacrificing your health.

  • Exercise whenever possible. Take advantage of the hotel’s gym, even for half an hour, to stay active and regulate sleeping patterns.
  • Stay hydrated and stick to a balanced diet. Even when there’s a fraud, there are many ways to ensure you’re eating right.
  • Prioritise sleep because deprivation is a huge contributor to burnout. Waking up exhausted will make you less effective at your job, too.

It will also help if you don’t trouble your mind too much and keep decision-making to a minimum. On that note, book your stay at Valia where you can meet clients and associates in the best meeting venues.