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Friday, December 4, 2009

  • How to be a good houseguest

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    By Woman's Day, on Tue Jul 7, 2009 7:21am PDT

    By Kimberly Fusaro

    Staying with a friend or family member is a great way to save some money when you travel. But if you’d like to get invited back, it’s best to brush up on your houseguest etiquette before packing your bags. Here, Lizzie Post—great-great-granddaughter of Emily Post, author of How Do You Work This Life Thing? and one of the bloggers behind Etiquette Daily—shares her tips for being a top-notch guest.

    1. Nail down the dates of the visit before you go—and stick to them. When your hostess doesn’t provide specific dates (and, trust us, she doesn’t really want you to stay as long as you like) it’s up to you to pick them. Listen for subtle clues (“Well, I’ll be super-busy at work starting August 8”) and be respectful. If you would like to visit for a week but suspect your hostess can only handle a three-day visit, stay with someone else for the second half of your trip.

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