OUT OF TOWN GUESTS

Every time I go to a hotel --- no matter where it is -- I see guest bags piled, dropped off by brides for their out of town guests.

While making your guests feel welcome is important, there are better ways then giving them a bag with candy, snacks and water!

I have listed some alternatives to guest bags.

• A hospitality room on the night most of your guests will be arriving with sandwiches, soda, water, cookies etc -- They will appreciate something to eat after a long day.
• Free Breakfast - If your hotel does not offer a free breakfast, you can provide them with one even if it is only a continental breakfast.
• A bud vase with one red rose in their room.
• A fruit basket in their room
• A bottle of wine with 2 glass you can purchase from the Dollar Store or The Christmas Tree Store in their room with a personalized wine opener.

Also, you should always make sure that your guests are provided with a folder including a map of the city, special attractions, names and numbers of spas and some post cards. Most of these items can be obtained at your local chamber of commerce.

Be creative --- your guests will love it!