Tips for Taking a Working Vacation
Easy Ways to Combine Work with Play
Use Handy Travel Supplies
Plan well in advance when considering a vacation, and buy handy travel supplies to make working on the road comfortable and trouble-free. Buy a sturdy clipboard for taking notes in the car when someone else is driving, and be sure to take a portable file to keep everything organized. Pack a bag with supplies especially for this type of vacation, and make sure they are supplies that will make the job easier than ever.
Work on the Road
If the vacation is going to be a road trip, consider working while someone else is driving. Some people cannot read or write while moving down the road because of travel sickness issues, but others do not have a problem. If possible, use this time to get as much work done as possible, and save free time for having fun with the family.
Spend Time Working Evenings
If the vacation has not been too tiring, spend time performing work duties in the evening after others have gone to bed. Spend an extra hour or two each night on work related items while taking a working vacation. If the work can be completed within an hour or two each night, chances are it will not really seem like a working vacation. The family will not even notice.
Set Specific Work Hours
Be sure to set aside specific hours for working while on vacation instead of randomly pulling out the laptop and notepad. Spend the rest of the time having fun with the family, and try to forget about work. This is an ideal way to separate work from play, and it will feel like a real vacation, even when performing work duties.
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10 Comments
Post a CommentGreat article =)
Since I don't get a paid vacation, I had to take my laptop along. I finished several articles, and I'm now in the process of checking keyword density before submitting. Freelance writers have many benefits, but they aren't all monetary. Insurance would be nice too, but that will never happen.
Working holidays can be fun. I took a working holiday while I was off for the summer after my second year at university. I went on an all expenses paid trip to Croatia where I helped on a construction project. I loved every minute of it!
Sophie
I'm with Charlotte; my idea of a vacation doesn't involve work! Good article.
I'm about ready to take a road trip with one of my sisters. I'm bringing my laptop, but I plan on enjoying myself too.
I especially like the set hours idea. It's easy to get carried away with work!
Good ideas!
Work and vacation don't go together for me. Ha!
i need a trip!
Very nice, thanks!