San Jose, CA

San Jose: Take a Moment for Yourself

Business trips can be disheartening when you have no time for anything other than a meeting or conference. When a leisure trips seems out of reach, and you only seem to take business trips, why not try to mix the two? That’s what many business travelers are doing now. These so called “Bleisure” trips are becoming wildly popular and they are a great way to get away from the hustle and bustle of the daily grind.

San Jose, California is a sort of boom town for the Bleisure traveler. The city is full of things to do and the folks who frequent the city know that. The Los Gatos Creek Trail is great for the hiking enthusiast; novice or expert. For the more daring adventurer (and those with a little more time), there are lots of shuttle trips to Yosemite National Park. Here, the Earth is truly alive. With Ol’ Faithful geyser, and Grizzly Giant, The Fallen Monarch and Yosemite Falls, there are all kinds of wonders to explore. Inspiration point gives you a breathtaking view of the entire valley and lives up to its name. Look down from the top of the world and witness the new directions your life will take.

Back in the city, there are plenty of fun things to see and do. At the Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum you can step into the ancient world of the Pharaohs and look inside tombs, examine sarcophagi, and take in the splendor of the Egypt we see in the movies. For the technology lover, there is The Tech Museum of Innovation, which holds new and upcoming projects as well as old treasures.

For the shopper, Santana Row is the place to be. Shops, movie theaters, and a giant chess set; this shopping metropolis is perfect! Shake out the stiffness and get a new business suit or dress. The California Theater is nearby with a small, intimate setting, but beautiful décor and amazing acoustics. Take in a symphony or an opera and relax.

Making a business trip more leisurely is easy in San Jose. Try a drop-in Yoga class at Downtown Yoga Shala. Wind down and enter a state of bliss at Pairin Thai Massage, or if you need a more immersive experience, there is Burke Williams, which offers all day spa packages. Never pass up the chance for revitalization during a business trip.

The Happy Hollow Park and Zoo is the best place to inspire your inner child (or your real children). Part Animalpalooza, part amusement park, this venue is great for getting a bit of adventure in for the shorter stay.

Whatever your flavor, San Jose has just about everything from soup to nuts. Make your next business trip a Bleisurely experience. Don’t be afraid to try something new!