Dear Jacquelyn,

As I prepare for the upcoming holidays and plan to host company from out of town, I would like to make sure my guest room is as comfortable as possible. What are some essential items I should be sure to have in my guest room?

Dear Reader,

With the holidays around the corner, now is the perfect time to begin getting your home ready and making sure that your guest room is as comfortable as possible. The right guest room essentials help create a home away from home for your visiting loved ones.

To ensure your guests feel welcome and enjoy their stay it’s important your guest room includes a beautifully made-up bed with fresh sheets and extra blankets. Offer a few basic toiletries in the guest room and bathroom for guests to enjoy. Extra shampoo, toothbrushes, tissues and hand cream is a good place to start.

Another item on your list of must-haves for guests is a charging station for devices. They will likely have their own charging cords, but providing a USB charging cube is a nice touch. Also, be sure to share your Wi-Fi password.

You’ll want to leave room in the closet for visitors to hang their clothes. Be sure to add a few spare hangers. Hooks are one of the easiest ways to help guests stay organized, making it easy for them to hang clothing, bath towels and other items. If there is a dresser in the room, allot at least one or two empty drawers for guests.

Lastly, having a few general-interest magazines and books on a small bookshelf is a welcome addition to any guest room. A guest room essential that will come in handy, visitor guides for your area and local history books, may be of particular interest, as well.

These thoughtful details will make sure your guests feel welcome and right at home.

Respectfully Yours,

Jacquelyn

Have a question? Email: jacquelyn@ptd.net. Jacquelyn Youst is owner of the Pennsylvania Academy of Protocol, specializing in etiquette training. She is on the board of directors of the National Civility Foundation.

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