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Business Travel In The European Union - What's Working

The open borders, once seen as a hallmark ofMost schools offer bilingual programs, and
true freedom and democracy (and the almostEnglish is the language of business, science
exclusive domain of the United States), hasand  technology.
become almost commonplace, as millions of
Europeans travel freely between countries toThere are some differences still, however.
work,  vacation  or  study  every  day.European workers receive longer vacations and
shorter workweeks than their counterparts in
It has simplified traveling in Europe forAmerica and Asia. In many cultures,
businesspeople from around the world, asbusinesses close their doors between 12 and 2
well. If you're planning a trip in the nearor 12 and 4, and business is conducted until
future, you should know that the Euro is used7  or  8  at  night.
by 12 of the 25 countries in the EU, which
means the expensive and time-consumingIn many countries, formality is considered
business of changing money at borders hasthe norm, and business acquaintances don't
become a thing of the past. Banks within thecall each other by first names, and some
EU no longer charge fees for cash withdrawalssubjects are considered rude -- such as
at ATM machines outside of the user's countrydiscussing money at the beginning of
of residence. (Of course, your bank may stillbusiness. Be aware that if you're invited to
tack on fees for international transactions).lunch or dinner, business is not usually
discussed until after the meal, which can
Economically, the common market andtake  two  hours  or  longer.
deregulation of state monopolies has brought
costs down for things like telephone serviceBe sure to take the usual precautions when
and utilities. Business travelers can nowtraveling, whether for business or pleasure.
find low-cost direct flights between citiesKeep your passport, money and other valuables
and countries that were once expensive andin a safe place. And pay attention to what is
required travelers to change planes orgoing on around you at all times. Pack an
airlines. Mobile phone users can use a singleextra set of clothing and any business
service from Portugal to the Polish/Ukrainianmaterials you're going to need for meetings
border,  with  no additional charges or fees.in your carry-on luggage, just in case your
suitcases end up visiting Rome while you're
Cross-cultural activities, events andin Switzerland -- because as much as some
exhibitions are being promoted like neverthings have changed, some things remain the
before, thanks to grants from the EU Union.same!



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