Question

Mr. White is planning a business trip to Tel Aviv in the next upcoming weeks. He wants to leave Toronto on Thursday, so he has Friday to recover from his long haul flight. On Saturday he will go to the National Bank to do business and return home Monday. What must the travel agent advise Mr. White?

Answer 1

The travel agent should advise Mr. White that the National Bank may be closed on Saturday due to Shabbat in Israel, schedule meetings for a weekday, arrange recovery time for jet lag, and consider any additional arrangements if visiting Niagara Falls.

Step-by-step explanation:

For Mr. White's business trip to Tel Aviv, the travel agent should consider several factors. Firstly, the travel agent should inform Mr. White that the National Bank may not operate on Saturday as it is Shabbat (Sabbath) in Israel, a day when many businesses, including banks, are closed. Therefore, conducting business on Saturday may not be possible. It would be advisable to schedule his business meeting for a weekday instead. Additionally, the travel agent should ensure Mr. White is aware of the time zone differences and jet lag considerations, and arrange flight bookings to allow for his recovery time on Friday. If Mr. White is considering visiting Niagara Falls on his return, the agent should account for any additional travel time or arrangements this side trip may require.

If Mr. White extends his stay, he should communicate his plans to those he is doing business with, and rearrange his travel and accommodation accordingly. The travel agent might also want to provide Mr. White with information on travel insurance, local customs, and currency exchange. Weather advisories and appropriate attire recommendations for both Tel Aviv and Niagara Falls can be a valuable addition to the travel planning.

Answer 2

The travel agent should book a Thursday flight for Mr. White from Toronto to Tel Aviv, ensure a rest day on Friday, and consider his Saturday business at the National Bank. They should also accommodate a possible detour to Niagara Falls in the travel arrangements.

Step-by-step explanation:

Mr. White is planning a business trip from Toronto to Tel Aviv. To ensure he has Friday to recover from his long haul flight, the travel agent should advise Mr. White to book a flight that leaves Toronto on Thursday, as he requested. Keeping in mind that he has business at the National Bank on Saturday, it's also important to ensure that the flights and accommodation allow for sufficient rest upon arrival. Furthermore, the travel agency should remind Mr. White of any visa requirements, travel insurances, and necessary vaccinations, as well as provide him with options for local transportation and perhaps suggestions for any cultural or business etiquette he should be aware of while in Israel.

If Mr. White is also considering a personal detour to Niagara Falls, the travel agent should accommodate this in the travel plans while making sure Mr. White can still meet his business obligations. The agent will need to arrange flights from Tel Aviv back to a Canadian airport close to Niagara Falls, and then subsequent travel back to Toronto for his return flight home. This itinerary adjustment should be made with careful attention to timing and Mr. White's need for rest or any potential schedule constraints.