Learn the value of a durable suitcase and a portable steamer. If you are on the road for any duration of time, your suitcase is going to take a beating. Additionally, unless you are a seasoned packer, what’s inside the case may not be “ready to wear,” when it’s time to hit the ground running. Of course if you’re lucky, the nicer hotels may do your ironing for you at no charge, but it pays to be prepared for the worst.
Make sure you take advantage of all the frequent flier programs. An insider secret is that while outside parties usually make the arrangements and pay for the bodyguards travel, in most cases the actual traveler gets the mileage credit. A worldwide tour (provided your not flying private) could easily mean a few free roundtrip tickets when you finally do get some downtime.
Be careful what you eat, especially in a foreign country. The exotic dishes shown on the food channel might look...