Where's Jeff Probst when you need him?

Here is my survival guide to navigating your way through the deserted island that is the Interstate (or International) Business Trip:

KNITTING

Preferably something difficult - will keep your mind off loved ones at home.



SHOPPING

Especially easy when you are in the shopping capital of Australia, and you find goodies such as this.



$120 for a vintage calf length leather coat. Can we say BARGAIN?

WEBCAM

Very useful to see who you are missing at home and chat to them face to face. Helps to have broadband and box of tissues nearby when your son tries to hug you through the monitor.

MORE KNITTING

Well, one can never have enough. And can be combined with...

CHOCOLATE

Although both at the same time can be dangerous, if you prefer your yarn to not be sticky I advise to alternate between chocolate consumption and craft making.