– Intro (Steampunk Girl by John Anealio)    Host Introduction; Gail Carriger and Piper J Drake Main Topics -> Hotel Living 2:02 Flow packing   - as soon as you arrive unpack your things to "zones"   - pack your suitcase a little bit each night after you're done 4:30 - How do you decide when to have house-keeping come in?   Tip: If you're a rewards member you can earn extra points by putting out your "do not disturb sign" 5:45 - Tip every day! (housekeeping staff rotates rapidly) 8:12 - Stealing from maid-carts => "Maid in Manhattan" 9:22 - Dealing with being in a "non-native" climate/altitude Hydrate! Ibuprofen is ok Be prepared for your food choices to deviate Altitude sickness can sap energy and focus; don't let it ruin your trip! Ramen is your friend Start the trip with a slow but kind of lengthy walk to acclimate (this can be combined with scouting out the hotel and conference area before the madness begins)  Local cuisine and "special things" 16:25 - How do you save your voice through a highly social event? tea is your friend honey pineapple juice (get it from the bartender and cut with seltzer) 20:04 – Gadgets!?   - Feet soaking (for tired feet)    - Pineapple juice    - Weather report (humidity is key to check!)    - Ballet flats   – – – 24:14 - Outro and thanks to: Producer Matt Special thanks to Dan Sawyer of Artistic Whisper for editing this episode! Thanks for listening; Travel smart and pack the snacks! - - -  Get your question featured on an episode by saying hi on social media:       Facebook.com/20minDelay      @20minDelay      @PiperJDrake      @GailCarriger Use the hashtag: #20mindelaypodcast