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Travel Learnings From Entrepreneurs How to travel like a boss!

By Amrit Mann

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After all, vacation is serious business! And what's better than getting tips about vacation from the best in business themselves. Here are some tips from entrepreneurs when they like to travel like a boss.

Choose Beautiful Locations

Be it the balmy sand of Seychelles, the green pastures of Bali or the picturesque mountains of Uttarakhand, a beautiful location is all we need when on a vacation. Nature helps in introspection, it is important to make the most of it. The right place, the right timing can relieve you of all that entrepreneurial pressure.

Invest in Your Holiday

Don't be a miser when it comes to your vacation. It's your fun time – so indulge. Remember all the hard work you have done to grab these few days of leisure. Have a plan and invest carefully in your stay and activities. Comfort is key, after all who wants stress while being on a vacation. Refrain from continuous
splurging, use your contacts if any and seal a deal like a boss. Have your tickets, stay and transfers sorted well before you embark on your journey. Well, do leave room for adventure!

Leave Your Worries Behind

Being an entrepreneur means, being neck-deep in work, round the clock meetings and being glued to your laptop. A good vacation can help you re-group, re-align your thoughts and give you the much needed break. Leave you worries behind, bond with family or friends and discover a different facet of life. A soothing vacation also means a free mind, sometimes helpful in de-cluttering old thoughts and adding in some perspective, which could actually help you as an entrepreneur.

Titillate Your Taste Buds

Nothing beats a good culinary experience. Trying an array of cuisines that you haven't eaten before, this could turn out to be a great stress buster. Remember to burn off the calories though.

A New Day, a New Experience

Let yourself loose and connect with your inner self. Conquering the world's highest night bungee jump in Macau can have the same soothing affect as long walks in stunning mountains or nature preserves. Detach yourself from worries and connect with your inner self. Gift yourself a new experience and let it flow.

Travel Smart

Technology is a travelling entrepreneur's friend. Carry your laptop, kindle, smartphone etc, however restrict their use. Do not work secretly! It's against the holiday spirit. Rather update pictures on social media websites and share your experiences.

Also Read:Travel Like A Boss

This article first appeared in the Indian edition of Entrepreneur magazine (June 2016 Issue).

Amrit Mann

Former Staff

Senior Corresspondent at Entrepreneur India
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