I’ve traveled internationally for the purpose of conferences and partner meetings. But this last time, the purpose was for sales meetings and it required formal business attire. I was really excited as I’ve been working to upgrade my entire wardrobe including the purchase of tailored suits. I was looking for the perfect excuse to get some new things.

Having traveled to Europe before I remember seeing everyone wearing suits – the suit is the mandatory everyday attire for European business culture – it’s just simply expected. Casual Fridays and Dockers are the sole creation of Silicon Valley and progressive US businesses. I was so jazzed…

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As Vincent Vega said “it’s the little things” …

Like what’s the deal with freeze-dried coffee? In every hotel in Europe you get extensive tea choices but the only coffee you get are those little packets of coffee that look like sugar? 

C’mon! Give me some REAL COFFEE! I’m working with massive jet lag here! The irony is that most locals drink coffee more than tea – at least from what I’ve observed. So ditch the electric kettle (which is a staple in every European home and office) and get me a Senseo or something!