Business Class Etiquette by Jacqueline Whitmore

Top 10 Ways to Create a Cozy Atmosphere for Houseguests

  1. Place fine soap, mini shampoo, conditioner and bodywash in the guest’s bathroom.
  2. Use linen napkins and linen tableclothes instead of paper napkins.
  3. Vary your dinner dishes for each course instead of using matched sets.
  4. Have fresh flowers throughout your home.
  5. Place local magazines, bottled water, an alarm clock and fine chocolates on the night table beside your guest’s bed.
  6. Provide a choice of foam or feather pillows.
  7. Keep a bottle of red and white wine on hand.
  8. Keep regular and decaffeinated coffee and tea on hand.
  9. Place a clean bathrobe in the guest’s closet.
  10. Have music playing when your guests arrive.