If you have guests staying over this holiday, planning ahead will make your guests feel at home. Here are a few helpful tips to help you prepare for your overnight guests.

 

Here are a few things you should have ready before your overnight guests arrive:

• Comfy bed
• Pillows and bedding
• Extra blanket
• Lamp
• Clock
• Wifi password
• Water carafe or bottle
• Hangers or hooks
• Toiletries
• Slippers or fuzzy socks
• Reading materials
• Clean towels
• Snacks
• Tea and coffee
• Candle and/or fresh flowers

 

Extras:

  1. Keep a basket of crayons, coloring books, games, and family-friendly MOVIES available for kids.
  2. Make your house pet-friendly with dog bed, bowl, leash, and pet waste bags.
  3. Keep a few board games and playing cards ready for family fun.
  4. Include guests in holiday traditions such as trimming the tree or making cookies.
  5. Allow guests to use your laundry room during their visit.
  6. Have a few activities planned, but also allow for down time so no one gets stressed.
  7. Prepare for outdoor play; if the weather is cold, have a sled, mittens, and hot cocoa ready.
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