Ok, so obviously it isn't cool to answer the phone during appointments (or usually even have it on), and I assume that rule applies regardless of the length of the booking.
But at some point on a long booking, is it appropriate to take some time for returning calls/texts/emails? How often? Twice a day is reasonable, yes? What's the best way to excuse myself
Just let your client know you need an hour or so to return some emails or make a few call. During an extended visit it is understood that you do need to run a business at some point during time together. I can think of plenty of things to keep me busy or just watch TV while your taking care of what you need to. Twice a day is reasonable a man does need a break even if he's Italian!
Besides there is such a thing as "too much togetherness" I don't think, or at least I would hope that even the clingiest of guys would want a least a little time to themselves as well.
I think there is nothing wrong with being honest, but without being too specific, you don't have to tell him the calls, emails etc that you have to return are from other clients. Some guys really want the fantasy that you are "all theirs" and telling them that you have to talk to other clients during "your time together" might put a little cold water on that fantasy. Sometimes a little white lie or two is a good thing, especially for those clingy type clients.
One "I don't mind."
One "Do it but be slightly discreet."
One "If I find out it's over."
Aaaaaaaargh! I'm going with 1. See if I have alone time anyway 2. White Lie.
Personally, I don't mind it a bit if the woman is "taking care of business" if I am paying her for her company, there is no delusion/illusion that this is "real" on my part in the first place, and if I am not paying, then I should be flattered that I am getting for free what other guys are having to pay for, so I still don't mind her taking care of her business.
Of course, that's just me. Some other guys are a LOT more sensitive about matters like this. DuckingHorn's reply is proof positive of this fact.
and I certainly hope you have some "alone time" on a date that lasts several days. There definitely is such a thing as "too much togetherness" anyone who doubts me should go on a long cruise with only their BF/GF as company. After a week, you will kill to be alone for an hour or two. lol
to shower, refresh, re makeup and handle your emails and such is fair but keeping it to that general "I need to refresh and deal with a few personal things for the next hour" should work but do make sure your site and gifting reflect that. Many guys understand this but if he is paying a premium for that hour I can completely understand his wanting your time on him and not your email or another guest. Towel dry and get the steam out then use your phone to do your stuff while reapplying your makeup and skin care routine.
On an overnight really you can handle your stuff during the day and leave the eve and morning for your guest. There really is no need in the eve to deal with that on a 1/2day event happening mostly at night.
Checking your phone(for emails/text) visibly in front of your guest or taking calls unless they are in fact from maybe your kid or kids sitter is generally considered incredibly bad manners but then you knew that already. The exception only would be if you are having an OTC meal out or something. If it is your time you can do with it as you please, when it is theirs because they paid for it then it is no longer yours to do with as you please
You're running a business and are the CEO, Treasurer, head of the PR department, head of the Art Department, and also the creative talent whose time and skills are in demand.
Extended times, I think, come with an implied agreement that you will need some time to keep the business running. Otherwise, how could I have ever met you in the first place? If I demanded full time attention then it would be abundantly clear in my communications - but that's just me. Would have no issues with our email exchange pointing out the weeknight sleepover rate, and then offering for an upcharge (however fanciful) to completely shut out your own work needs during that time.
For just a few hours there's an expectation you will focus on the client, but if the client's focus sometimes wanders then it's acceptable for yours too. More than a few hours and some alone time for each of you is likely to increase the enjoyment of the overall experience. As GaGambler says, there's such a thing as TOO much togetherness, and the cruise was a great example!
For the sleepover I want to be the last thing in your arms at night, and the first thing you hold in the morning. Anyone who demands to be the only thing you hold for 24 hours is too damn clingy
If I were you, Marie, I would just include the requirement for some time alone as part of the package. The overnight rate you list on your web page seems very generous compared to your 1-hour rate, so I would think that it would be unlikely that a client would complain about this. But, you should make it clear that your breaks are part of the deal ahead of time. I'd suggest that you not be specific about what you need to do during your breaks, although you might want to say something about why the client should be out of earshot. Maybe just say that you might need to make a phone call or two.
Because it tends to be attractive to businessmen who like some company as much as some action- which I actually enjoy. I don't need to return calls overnight.
This was for a three day weekend, which... is now. Lol. He had some work so it's turned out just fine. 
Cheeky, but honestly I mean that a bit seriously. My general rule of thumb is that on trips of 2 days or less, I will not crack open my electronics unless my gentlemen friend does. I check before and after, not during. When it's longer than a week, I will request my own room anyway to stay recharged, and I typically check in every other day or so. Forty-eight hours is a normal response time for me either way, and one I've found acceptable with my gentleman friends (it's often their norm, too), so most of the time no one even knows I'm gone.
And on the traveling together end, I noticed a number of gentlemen on this thread poo-pooing the idea of sticking together 24/7. I'm really curious how many of them have actually spent longer than a day with a known and valued lady companion. For me, if it's a known and well loved gentleman friend, I really find long, close runs of 1-on-1 time to flow plenty smooth and delightful.
Posted By: MissMarieM
Ok, so obviously it isn't cool to answer the phone during appointments (or usually even have it on), and I assume that rule applies regardless of the length of the booking.
But at some point on a long booking, is it appropriate to take some time for returning calls/texts/emails? How often? Twice a day is reasonable, yes? What's the best way to excuse myself?
