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Thanks to our travel tips, your business trip will be far more enjoyable!

Day trips or working away for long periods; Travelling for work is no easy feat. The nights away from home can be a tiring upheaval, but that is not how others perceive it. Most people assume that work travel is exciting and enjoyable. If only they knew how stressful it can be attending meeting upon meeting and the exhaustion that comes with it. We are aware of the difficulties you face and as Turkish Airlines, we are here to make it as enjoyable as possible. We hope that our suggestions will ensure you a relaxing trip, that is less time-consuming and tiring, and that you put aside time from work to treat yourself.

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With this account, managed by our writer team, we welcome all who love travel and exploration to enjoy these blog posts. And we gently remind our readers of the delight to be found in 'hitting the road'. As Tolstoy said: โ€œAll great literature is one of two stories; a man goes on a journey or a stranger comes to town.โ€

1. Be advantageous

Purchasing a ticket within your budget is a must when planning a business trip. Follow campaigns to keep up to date with the latest, and fly across the globe at great prices. Be thrifty, by pocketing the money you save on discounted flights and spend it on your trip instead.


2. Plan each step

Black wheeled suitcase with its handle extended beside a bed in a bright hotel room, with a white bed, sofa, and curtained window in the background
Black wheeled suitcase with its handle extended beside a bed in a bright hotel room, with a white bed, sofa, and curtained window in the background

The right plan is essential for a good trip. Book a hotel after you purchase a flight ticket. Booking hotels close to the place you will be attending meetings is both time-saving and less tiring. Rent a car to transport from the airport to the hotel and meeting places.


3. Opt for cabin baggage

A passenger places a carry-on bag in an open overhead bin inside an aircraft cabin
A passenger places a carry-on bag in an open overhead bin inside an aircraft cabin

If your plane ticket is ready, start packing the cabin baggage that you will be taking on board. When you are packing be highly selective about the clothes and items you intend to pack. Make sure to pack functional, smart-casual clothes, both suitable for everyday wear and business. Comfortable shoes, trousers that do not crease, shirts and blouses are ideal.
Make sure that your cosmetic products, such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, and shampoo, are travel-size. Keep in mind that you can only carry liquid products in bottles of up to 100 ml in your cabin baggage. These bottles can be kept in a transparent plastic transparent zip-lock bag with a maximum of 1 lt transparent zip-lock bag. Pack such items and keep them all in a suitcase. You are ready to go with no time wasted. Make sure to check the weather forecast before you pack.


4. Check-in via our website, the mobile app or mobile site

Hands of a person in a dark jacket and metal watch typing on a laptop keyboard at a table
Hands of a person in a dark jacket and metal watch typing on a laptop keyboard at a table

You are all packed and ready. Check-in 24 hours before the flight via the mobile app or our website. That way at the airport all thatโ€™s left is getting a boarding pass and you are on your way. If you are unsure about how much your cabin baggage weighs, we have a baggage calculator.


5. Check your documents and equipment

A hand holds a burgundy passport marked โ€œPASSPORTโ€ beside an open red suitcase containing striped clothing, a camera, and sunglasses, with a smartphone and straw hat nearby
A hand holds a burgundy passport marked โ€œPASSPORTโ€ beside an open red suitcase containing striped clothing, a camera, and sunglasses, with a smartphone and straw hat nearby

Make sure to pack all the necessary documents, from passports to identity cards, that you will need on your trip in an easy-to-reach front compartment of your bag. Donโ€™t forget your business cards on your business trip, you never know when an opportunity to network will arise. Double-check that you have packed your laptop, charger, and adaptors with multiple sockets.


6. Confirm meeting details

Two people seated at a table in a bright office review documents, with one pointing at a page with a pen; a tablet and a glass of water sit on the table
Two people seated at a table in a bright office review documents, with one pointing at a page with a pen; a tablet and a glass of water sit on the table

If you are setting off on a business trip to a new destination, be prepared for unplanned complications, by learning all the ins and outs, times, dates and locations. Act accordingly by clarifying your work-related plans before you embark on your business trip. Plan in advance by remembering the specific times you will need to set off and how you plan on getting to your meetings. This will allow for punctual and stress-free meetings.


7. Look up the destination you are headed to

A well-planned trip will increase your travel satisfaction tenfold. A good plan will bring you contentment, gain you time and earn you profit, ultimately transforming your business trip into a pleasant adventure. Research the destination you are headed to and explore the city in your spare time. Check our city guide and set aside time to treat yourself.


8. Turn a transfer into an opportunity

Maidenโ€™s Tower on the Bosphorus, with choppy blue water and flying seagulls in front of Istanbulโ€™s skyline of domes and minarets
Maidenโ€™s Tower on the Bosphorus, with choppy blue water and flying seagulls in front of Istanbulโ€™s skyline of domes and minarets

Transfers are another way to turn your business trip into a touristic trip. You can evaluate the time interval between your connected flights and utilize that time to explore the city. Passengers flying with us that have a stay in Istanbul for over 24 hours between flights can Stopover. Those with a waiting time of 6-24 hours can benefit from our Touristanbul services. While you are exploring Istanbul, you can entrust your baggage to Miniport.


9. Rest at the airport

Man looking at his phone while reclining on a black leather chaise lounge in a wood-paneled airport lounge, with the brightly lit terminal visible through a glass partition
Man looking at his phone while reclining on a black leather chaise lounge in a wood-paneled airport lounge, with the brightly lit terminal visible through a glass partition

The lounges are there for you to rest and restore while waiting for a flight. Take a nap, try the delicious food on offer or rest on the comfortable seats. Discover the Istanbul Airport Turkish Airlines Lounge experience and allow us to host you before your Istanbul flights.


10. Upgrade for extra comfort

Bearded passenger wearing headphones reclines with his eyes closed in a spacious airplane seat, with glasses and a drink on the table beside him
Bearded passenger wearing headphones reclines with his eyes closed in a spacious airplane seat, with glasses and a drink on the table beside him

Now, if all is well, let’s get to the flight. The flight is usually the time to relax on a business trip. No matter how many hours your flight is by getting a cabin upgrade, you will feel privileged and enjoy a comfortable and enjoyable journey. Detailed information for cabin upgrades can be found here. Also, take a look at Business Class benefits you can enjoy on your Turkish Airlines flights.


11. Flight enjoyment

Hands holding a wired black handheld entertainment controller displaying the options โ€œWATCH,โ€ โ€œLISTEN,โ€ and โ€œPLAY,โ€ with a blurred screen in the background
Hands holding a wired black handheld entertainment controller displaying the options โ€œWATCH,โ€ โ€œLISTEN,โ€ and โ€œPLAY,โ€ with a blurred screen in the background

If you would rather not sleep on the flight, then make use of the in-flight entertainment system; We have a great selection of movies and music options that you can choose from.


12. Make a meal selection wisely

In the wide-seat section of an aircraft cabin, a chef in a white uniform serves a seated woman a tray of food and drinks, with another passenger visible in the background
In the wide-seat section of an aircraft cabin, a chef in a white uniform serves a seated woman a tray of food and drinks, with another passenger visible in the background

A meal selection is important in creating an optimal and comfortable flight experience. We wouldnโ€™t want you to be affected by the food, thatโ€™s why we recommend that you state any allergies you may have before your flight. If you have any particular health problem, particularly allergies, be sure to check dining on board meals and refreshments offered by the airline. Donโ€™t forget to drink plenty of refreshments along with your meal.


13. Wear glasses

On long flights, those of you wearing lenses may experience eye dryness as a result of air circulation in the cabin. Wear glasses to prevent this and try not to use lenses throughout your business trip.


14. Do exercise

Try small exercises in your seat to improve the journey. You can reduce the strenuous effect of the trip with a few stretches to shake off the stiffness. If you wish, you can also walk on the plane at the appropriate times.

*The date of this blog post may have been updated due to additional content. Please be aware that information on fees and transportation is subject to change. The content of this post reflects the author's opinion and views.

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