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We’re all watching our travel expenses these days but that doesn’t mean that your next business trip has to lack for fun and interesting experiences.
If you are traveling in the U.S., try an old-fashioned diner for breakfast or lunch. You can find a great listing at Diner City. If you don’t find something convenient here, ask the hotel doorman (not the concierge) if there is a good coffee shop near your hotel — it’s probably where he or she gets her meals before and after a shift.
When it comes time for dinner, explore wines from less popular countries. Spain has some great bargains (try a Rueda if the meal calls for white; something from Penedes for a red) as do the South American countries. Here the sommelier can be of help: most are sympathetic to tight budgets and appreciate that you are dining out at all. Ask for a recommendation. And don’t be afraid to order the least expensive wine on the list — it’s often a great bargain.
Don’t forget that boutique hotels offer discounted rates, too. Just because they can’t afford ads on television doesn’t mean that bargains can’t be had. They want your business, too. Kimpton, always one of our favorites, offers good prices, interesting ambiance, and a complimentary wine tasting (at most of their hotels). There are many more.
Finally, try to incorporate public transportation into your trip. It’s always cheaper, often faster, shrinks your carbon footprint, and will definitely give you more local color than another cab or limo ride. Airport trains like Heathrow Express can be quite comfortable.
What are your tips for shaving costs without sacrificing style and comfort?
