Wedding Style

Make Out of Town Wedding Guests Feel at Home

Weddings are a big occasion not only for the bride and groom, but for their friends and families as well. It is a great chance for people who don't see each other as often as they would like to reconnect.

Of course, the ceremony is the main focus, and the reason that everyone is gathered. But for out of town guests, spending time together at their hotel is another opportunity to visit and catch up.

Include hotel information along with the wedding invitation so it's easy for out-of-towners to find a place to stay. It's also a great way to let those attending the wedding know where other guests will be staying. Many hotels will give large groups a discount on rooms, so brides and grooms can ensure that their guests get the best rate as well.

Out of town guests will appreciate hotel recommendations that keep their needs in mind.

* The hotel should be located near the site of the wedding or the reception. This means once guests are at the hotel, they should have an easy time finding their way to the big event.

* Keep guests' finances in mind. It is a gesture of fondness for guests to travel to the wedding, but it can get expensive. Transportation, hotel and dining expenses add up quickly. And then there's the wedding gift. Choose a hotel like AmericInn that offers much-appreciated complimentary amenities, such as a free hot breakfast and free Internet access.

* Give guests a place to unwind. Visiting is great, but when large groups are involved, sometimes people need some time to themselves. A quiet hotel room to go back to is a great refuge from all the wedding activities. AmericInn makes a quiet hotel its priority by using masonry block with sound-deadening foam and thick drywall between every room.  This unique construction system called AmericInn SoundGuard reduces sounds and vibrations so guests are assured of a quiet, restful night.

* Make sure the kids are entertained. Look for a hotel that has a pool for the kids. They can swim while the adults mingle. AmericInn features oversize indoor pools, whirlpools and a game area. Many also have a fitness area and sauna - after all, why should the kids have all the fun?

With over 200 hotels in 23 states, AmericInn hotels are conveniently located across the country. For more information, visit www.americinn.com/ara.

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