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Travel
Light but Right (Part 1)
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*A
monthly column devoted to helping women and men
be their best and most confident in any situation.
Topics include dress, body language, attitude and
etiquette.
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Victoria Seitz, PhD
Image Expert |
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Traveling
for business or pleasure can be challenging. Especially
when traveling for business you don't know what's in store
outside of the meeting that the trip is for. Moreover,
if you are the type of traveler who takes everything,
including the kitchen sink, what kind of impression are
you leaving for the welcoming party as you wait for your
five bags for a weekend stay?
For business-minded individuals, such as sale representatives,
buyers, and consultants, traveling is part of the job
description. Whether you're attending an association
conference, servicing a client, or meeting with a prospective
client, dressing appropriately is a must. You will often
be required to attend social gatherings such as banquets
and tours, in addition to the business agenda. Already
prepared to take a steamer trunk for that three day business
trip? Keep it in the attic, with a little planning you
can probably carry it all in a 21" Pullman or garment
bag and still look your best.
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General
Tips
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Look for versatility in your travel wardrobe since your trip
will include a variety of activities that go from day into
evening. |
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To accommodate uncertain weather conditions invest in an all-weather
coat with a zip-in liner. Burberry, London Fog and Misty Harbor
have excellent choices. |
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Purchase sundries such as lotions, deodorant, aspirin and
perfume in trial sizes to minimize bulk. Most hotels have
the basics already in the room if you run out. Moreover, you
can purchase more when you get there. |
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If traveling overseas, such as Europe, be sure that your electrical
appliances, can adjust to their voltage which is 220. Many
travel dryers have this feature already. Also you will need
to have the plug adapters to accommodate different outlets
in different countries. |
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Consider garments that predominately natural fibers such as
wool, silk and cotton. When these items wrinkle they easily
fall out with the steam from your bath. |
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If not staying in a hotel, bring a portable alarm clock or
wear a watch that has the feature. |
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Have your toiletry bag already packed ready to go at all times.
This means have two of everything, one for the bag and one
for home. |
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If you're an exercise buff, learn about the facilities where
you're staying and bring the appropriate clothing. |
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Victoria
Seitz, PhD is a professor of Marketing at California State
University, San Bernardino and is author of Your Executive
Image, AdamsMedia, Inc, 2000 and Power Dressing, DonJon
Publishing, 1991. In addition to teaching, Dr. Seitz was a fashion
coordinator for Burdines, Florida and in retail management for
Saks Fifth Avenue, Phoenix, AZ. Clients of Dr. Seitz have included
Abbott Laboratories, Northern Telecom, Texas Instruments, Yellow
Freight Systems, Sally Beauty Company, the United States Armed
Forces, Travellife magazine, YWCA and Accountants Overload, in
addition to law firms, hotels, newspapers, universities, banks,
credit unions, national and local community and professional organizations
nationwide.
To learn more about Dr. Seitz please visit her website at www.cbpa.csusb.edu/vseitz.
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