Traveling is a major part of many people’s jobs. For people who’s jobs do not take them on the road this may seem exciting and like a great adventure, but for those who spend days, weeks and in some cases even months on the road away from home it is important for them to be able to create a home away from home while traveling. Here are a few small things you can do to help create a familiar environment during your time away from home.

When you are looking at booking your business trip the first step to making your home away from home feel comfortable and familiar is selecting a nice hotel. You don’t have to spend thousands of dollars a night but spending a little extra will ensure you are comfortable and get a good night sleep. Some hotel chains have rewards programs that cater to business travelers while others have amenities that will make your stay more comfortable. If you are having trouble deciding between two different hotels ask what the hotel lobby is like or if the hotel has a sitting area that you can relax in after your day of work. Features like fireplaces or small sports bars located in or near the hotel lobby can offer an alternative place to unwind after work instead of being confined to your room.

When the planning stage is over and it is time to hit the road check in and settle in. Many travelers never take advantage of the closets and dressers provided in hotel rooms. Utilizing these will help make you feel more at home. Also, setting out your shampoo and other personal items in the bath room will create a sense of familiarity.

Bring along items from home. If you listen to music often at home while you get ready for work or unwind when you get home bring it with you on your trip. Many hotels offer ipod docs or other media options that make it easy to bring your home entertainment with you. Other small personal items that remind you of home can go a long way toward helping you settle in.

When you are on the road for business it is hard to break away from the feeling you are on vacation. Sometimes traveling can interrupt your sleep and leave you tired for the work ahead of you. If you try to stick with your normal routine even when you are on the road you will find you do not feel as disconnected from home. If you are someone who gets up, reads the paper, and watches coffee at home doing that on the road will keep you focused and feeling comfortable. Most hotels can arrange for a copy of any paper you want to be delivered to your door. Requesting your normal reading material will help you stick to your routine.

Technology is always providing us with new ways to stay in touch with our loved ones. Try skypeing your family during dinner to keep you in on the evening dinner table chat. Also, bring along a picture of your family or pets to keep on the nightstand by your bed. This small personal touch will keep you feeling connected to home.

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