Whether you’re a guest or the host, don’t make these common mistakes at your next holiday party, including showing up ...

Hosting guests doesn’t have to be stressful! In this video, we share 7 simple and practical tips to ensure your overnight or weekend visitors feel comfortable, welcome, and at home. From setting up ...

It's the morning after Turkey Day. The bird's bones are picked clean, the arguments with overbearing relatives have (mostly) cooled off, and everyone in the house is slowly crawling out of ...

The holidays are here, which means questions about etiquette around everything from what to bring to how to accommodate a guest’s dietary restrictions. Expert Elaine Swann, the author of “Elaine Swann ...

Tessa Cooper is a writer who specializes in home decor and lifestyle content. She lives in Missouri in an 1886 Victorian home that she and her husband restored. Her work has appeared in House ...

Housekeepers from top hotels shared the small gestures guests can make to make cleaning services more efficient. Some pointers include hanging up damp towels, organizing personal items, communicating ...

Don't be afraid to delegate dishes and tasks to family, friends and guests (but be sure to gauge their capabilities in advance). If you're hosting a Friendsgiving, make it a pot-luck affair so that ...

Nov. 24, 2025 — From Thanksgiving to New Year’s, holiday togetherness comes with a catch: a spike in the viruses that thrive when we all gather inside. The latest U.S. wastewater data suggests that ...

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Whether you have a small space, don’t have a spare bedroom, or just want to switch up sleeping arrangements when you’re entertaining, hosting overnight guests doesn’t have to be a hassle. A typical ...

Several cruise lines are increasing the number of overnight and late-night port stays in response to guest demand. Overnight stops allow passengers more time for leisurely meals, in-depth sightseeing, ...