Your destination this vacation also happens to be the place where your friends reside. You are excited as you are invited to stay over at their place which is good, as you not only save money and catch up with old times but will also feel ‘at home’ in a place away from home.
Being excited about meeting old chums is just not enough, it’s important to remember being a great guest so that you get invited again. Let’s check out some thumb rules that’ll make the stay pleasant and memorable to both, you and your host.
Rule 1: Bring a gift - Thanking your hosts in advance for inviting you with a gift is always a good idea. But, make sure that you choose your gifts keeping in mind, the host’s tastes and preferences. The idea is not to embarrass your host by giving something contradictory (a bottle of vintage wine for the host who is a teetotaler, for example).
Rule 2: Schedule - It’s good to let your hosts know in advance when you are arriving and leaving and stick to your schedule before they start giving you those questionable looks.
Rule3: Bring your personal stuff - You shouldn’t expect your host to provide you the luxuries of a hotel. Remember to bring your own toiletries, medications and any other personal belongings like camera, chargers, etc.
Rule 4: Follow the house rules - If you want to feel ‘at home’, it’s desirable to respect and follow the ‘house rules’ like any other member of the family. Check with them if smoking and drinking are a taboo; if things are always in order, follow the suit by putting back the things you have used in the same place. When in doubt, always ask!
Rule 5: Housekeeping - Remember there is no such service called ‘Housekeeping’ and make sure that you make your bed, fold the blankets, clear your desk, do your laundry, and wash your dishes.
Rule 6: Make your hosts feel special - Show your hosts that YOU CARE. Take them out for a nice dinner or even better; cook up a special dessert for them. Bring home a bunch of flowers, a box of chocolates or a souvenir from your visit.
Rule 7: Be considerate - You are on a vacation and not your hosts. Be considerate to your hosts by avoiding morning hour rush in the bathrooms and avoid late night chatters.
So much for the rules, follow this and you can be assured of getting invited again. Bon Voyage!
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