Tips for traveling overseas for work

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Prepare a well-planned itineraryKnow what your company hopes to accomplish through

this trip and make sure you have planned to do so.

Plan all appointments ahead of time and make sure you

have enough time in between in case you need to travel

to a different location or if a meeting runs late.

Research the country you're traveling to

Learn about the culture, the protocol and etiquette practices.

Study up on the history, know what their cultural feelings

towards being tardy, gift-giving are, and the proper use of

names and titles. Having this knowledge can help you avoid

uncomfortable situations and will certainly impress your hosts.

Learn the native languageYou don't need to be fluent in the language but even if you just

learn a few words your business associates will definitely

appreciate any sincere attempt. If you don't speak the same

language as your business associates hire a translator.

Check travel advisories

Before your trip be sure to check the governmental travel

advisories. These warning are constantly updated based on

current trends including terrorism, natural disasters, political

unrest, wars, health emergencies,and outbreaks of violent

crimes against tourists.