It’s a rather good business ploy to utilise all available space. If it’s there, and the business owner needs to pay rent on the space, then why not use it to squeeze in a few more customers? This is perhaps why so many hotels and clubs have converted their rooftops into gorgeous bars with sensational views.
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They just need to invest in a barrier of some description so that patrons don’t tumble off the edge after enjoying a few too many beers and gyrating to whatever Read more [...] Top 5 Rooftop Bars in the World
It’s a rather good business ploy to utilise all available space. If it’s there, and the business owner needs to pay rent on the space, then why not use it to squeeze in a few more customers? This is perhaps why so many hotels and clubs have converted their rooftops into gorgeous bars with sensational views.
Photo: Stewart White
They just need to invest in a barrier of some description so that patrons don’t tumble off the edge after enjoying a few too many beers and gyrating to whatever Read more [...] 007 of Bond’s Best Destinations
He may not look it, but James Bond turns 50 this year, or at least the character celebrates half a century on the big screen. Ian Flemming’s classic British spy has grown into an international phenomenon that has taken his 007 status around the globe. Live the lifestyle with a visit to these seven best destinations from the Bond movies.
1. Jamaica
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Jamaica is thick with Bond history. Ian Flemming wrote several of the Bond books while staying on the island and Read more [...] Top 10 Tips for Finding Wi-Fi When You Travel
For many business travellers a trip away equates to nothing more exciting than staring at the wall of your hotel room or the cubicle of a satellite office. However, as the world-wide-web spreads its network via Wi-Fi, it’s possible to unplug and work from a broader range of locations, taking in a greater slice of the local culture or squeeze in extra activities as you do so. Here are 10 tips for escaping your hotel room and finding Wi-Fi when you travel.
1. Check out fast food chains
Photo: Tony Read more [...] The Eurostar: Sit Back, Relax… You’re There
Flitting back and forth from city to city, or country to country, can take its toll on any keen travelling businessman. While you might enjoy being in a different city every day, odds are the novelty of travelling every day (much like the excitement of your first commute on the London Underground) will quickly wear off.
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All too soon, business travellers will seek the easiest, cheapest and most comfortable option. But often you need to compromise... the bus is cheap, but it isn't Read more [...] 5 Reasons Why You Should Take a Holiday
Somewhere over the last few decades we have morphed into a 24/7 business world, ever connected and stretched to the maximum and with many companies applying a ‘use it or lose it’ approach to annual leave, taking a time away from the office and detached from emails is a luxury that many of us never fully indulge. But taking a break is more than an indulgence. Here are five reasons why you should take a holiday. And, no, this isn't about business trips abroad - this is about having a hard earned Read more [...] Top 5 Best Rooftop Bars in New York
A business trip doesn’t have to be all work and no play. When the day’s meetings are over, multitask by taking in the sights of Manhattan’s iconic skyline while relaxing over your favourite tipple at one of these rooftop bars.
1. Bookmarks Lounge, Library Hotel
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Bookmark’s Lounge isn’t your standard rooftop bar. Situated on the 14th floor of the Library Hotel, the outdoor terrace, Writer’s Den and Poetry Garden have a distinctly Read more [...] Packing a Travel Office
Travel isn’t always for pleasure with many people travelling for business purposes. Fortunately, technology innovations mean that you no longer need to take the equivalent of your work cubicle with you. With this checklist it is possible to turn a small, well-packed laptop bag into a portable office.
Working on the go is more achievable thanks to technology innovations.
Essential hardware
There are some items that are vital for working away from the office and this hardware should be at Read more [...]