For most work trips, it'll be easy enough to get around, but what about those little extra things you need? Whether you're asking a colleague or the concierge at the hotel, here are some useful phrases for your next business trip.
Appearance
“I need a suit in a hurry! Do you know where I can get one?”
“Where can I get my shoes polished?”
“I need a pair of heels in a hurry, where can I get a pair?”
“Do you know where I could buy a tie?
“I have an event in the evening, is there a good hairdresser you'd recommend?”
“Could you recommend a good manicurist?”
Technology
“Do you have wifi?”
“We need help with connecting to the internet, could you send someone to help?”
“Will any of your conference rooms be available for a meeting tomorrow?”
“Will it be possible to set up a projector?”
“I broke my laptop, do you know if I can rent one?”
Others
“Where is your business center?”
“Could you arrange for a taxi to take us to the airport on Friday at 5pm?”
“I'll only be here for 2 days. What do you recommend we see in Paris?”
“May I have a receipt for that please?”
“Could you arrange for a taxi to take us to ABC Building every morning?”
“Could you help reserve a table for 4, for tonight at ABC restaurant?”
Can you think of situations where you were lost for words and had to gesture in
frustration?