These days, business travel doesn’t have to be all work and no play. Increasingly, professionals are adding their personal interests to their professional trips as they join a few days of meetings with time to explore and relax.
This trend of connecting business with leisure—known in the industry as “bleisure”—has become more than a perk, it’s a smarter way to get the most out of every trip. The newfound value placed on work-life balance and the rise of remote work has made bleisure travel even more appealing. Ubiquitous WiFi keeps you connected to your team, whether from a boardroom, a hotel rooftop bar, or a coffee shop by the water. Many travelers report feeling more refreshed and inspired when they balance work obligations with time to explore and relax. The result? Better productivity, richer experiences, and memories that go beyond the breakout session.
Convenience is the first and most important ingredient in making bleisure travel work. Gerald R. Ford International Airport is your easy launch point to more than 35 nonstop destinations, allowing you to choose cities where professional opportunities and personal enjoyment go hand in hand. Whether you’re sealing a deal in Nashville then taking in the music scene, or flying to Boston for a presentation and staying for the historic sites, you can make the most of your time away from home.
Looking for ideas on how to pack more adventure into a business trip? Most cities offer a nice mix of work and play, but here are a few of our nonstop favorites in three of the top 10 U.S. meeting destinations, according to a recent survey by Cvent:
New York City: Money and memories are made in Manhattan. Fill your day with client visits across the Financial District, then get your fill at a world-class dinner followed by a Broadway show in the Theater District.
Orlando: This central Florida destination boasts some of the top convention centers in the country just steps from the thrills and chills of world-renown amusement parks, making it easy to go from conference to castle or workshop to Wizarding World.
Washington D.C.: Does your next meeting have you visiting the National Mall? Secure your business futures, then explore the past at 17 Smithsonian museums and countless iconic landmarks while in our nation’s capital.
When business calls, you should always answer. But when adventure whispers, you should listen, too. With a convenient location, accessible parking, and concourses filled with one-of-a-kind amenities, flying from Gerald R. Ford International Airport makes your next journey more than just a business trip—it can be the perfect blend of work and wonder. Learn more and book your business trip at FlyFord.org.
