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    Getting off on the wrong foot

    I had that happen recently. When I asked if they had any food issues she (one of three women) said she didn't like mean people. I said I didn't usually serve them for breakfast. They didn't crack a smile. They stayed for two really long days. Left 4 candles burning without candle holders...
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    WiFi problem

    We have WiFi but many guests report that they can't connect. We have a cord they can plug into their laptop but not all laptops can accommodate it. Does anyone have experience with WiFi boosters that help with this problem?
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    Has anyone used buuteeq?

    Has anyone tried this company? I find it a hassle to change my website, do Facebook, etc. They are expensive but here is what they promise: Premium rich website, built on best-practice research, fully SEO optimized Mobile optimized website Enhanced Facebook presence: room info...
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    Darn it - I got super snippy with guests last night

    The one time I made a remark to guests who arrived at 10:30pm without calling, they gave us our only bad review on Tripadvisor. They made stuff up to get back at me. Now if they arrive really late my husband greets them; I'm not a good actress so find it hard to be pleasant that late. Some...
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    B&B in Hawaii?

    My B&B is Art & Orchids, on the Hilo side of the Big Island. Our B&B association is the Hawaii Bed and Breakfast Association (HIBBA). The Web site is www.stayhawaii.com. We are all legal, have insurance, and are inspected regularly. Have a great time here!
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    crazy person wanted to stay here

    A woman called a number of times to get directions. She said she wanted to check us out. When she finally got here I realized she walked. There is no public transportation in this area. We are several miles from a major road. She had no suitcase. She looked at the one room available and said she...
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    Looking for B&B in TN and Hawaii

    In Hawaii you should go to the Website of the Hawaii Island Bed and Breakfast Association. We are all legal, get inspected regularly, have insurance, etc. The Website is www.stayhawaii.com. My B&B is Art & Orchids, near Hilo and we have three rooms, a large common area, pool with waterfall, and...
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    CC Merchant Services ??

    Their rates are cheaper - initially. But then the machine breaks down and the nightmare begins. I won't go into detail but don't go there. It was a LOT more expensive in the long run.
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    Amtrak vacation

    As a former Amtrak employee, all I can say is the sleeper rooms are very crowded, food is getting worse (check to see if the train you are going to be on has only microwave food or an actual diner with cooks), and trains are often late, at least on the west coast. Don't do it if you are in a...
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    What is the silliest thing a guest has ever done at your inn?

    Guest: What time is checkout? Me: 11:00 Guest: Is it ok if I leave earlier? I have to be somewhere before then.
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    Does anyone have a good homemade Granola recipe?

    I couldn't figure out how to add a recipe so here's mine. I mix the dry ingredients together in baggies and put them in the freezer. Then I just need to take out a baggie & mix it with the honey and oil. If you don't have time to roast the nuts separately it still turns out good. Art & Orchids...
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    Booking through the "big" guys

    We used to be on the Bedandbreakfast.com program with Expedia and it was a nightmare. Honeymooners showed up late with reservation in hand which we had no prior knowledge of. Since we couldn't reach anyone, we found them a place to stay with a neighbor who has an extra cottage for rent. I'm sure...
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    Webervations problem

    I haven't been able to get on Webervations for several hours. Is anyone else having this problem?
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    brown bag breakfast

    I use to-go containers and put in a hard-boiled egg, ham, fruit salad, my homemade granola in a zip-lock bag, various breads and muffins, and butter & jam wrapped up. I also add a container of juice.
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    Interesting idea for Jacuzzi tubs or tubs in general...

    Even if jacuzzi tubs have a shower which of course gets cleaned, bacteria can get into the jets so you need to fill the tub to the top of the jets, pour in chlorine or hydrogen peroxide and turn the jets on for a while.
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    Burning the candle at both ends

    We have motion detector lights so when someone drives up at night the light comes on. I'm lucky as my husband is an electrician!
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    Happy Birthday, Hawaii!!!!!

    I will only comment on the Big Island since I live here but If they give you a choice of excursions, go to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park. It's the only World Heritage Site in Hawaii and well worth the trip. I think it is the most interesting site in all of the Hawaiian Islands. If you were...
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    Who decides?

    We have extra beds that you plug in and turn on and they fill with air; they work great for extra guests. I don't understand why you want to be rude to telemarketers. Of course I hate getting the calls but I just say I'm on the do not call list and hang up. The economy is terrible and many...
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    Guests using multiple bathrooms

    Rather than leaving hallway lights on all the time, why not have a motion detector light? It saves a lot on electricity.
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