What’s the Most Memorable Way You’ve Gone the Extra Mile for a Guest?

[Kathy134]

One of the things I love about hosting is creating special moments for my guests. Sometimes, it’s the little unexpected touches that leave the biggest impact—whether it’s surprising a honeymoon couple with a small gift, helping a guest celebrate a birthday, or simply offering a local recommendation that turns into the highlight of their trip.

I try to go the extra mile when I can, whether by adding special kitchen staples, offering local insights, or being available for any extra requests since I live nearby. It’s always rewarding to see how small gestures can make a big difference.

I’d love to hear from other hosts—what’s the most memorable thing you’ve done (or seen another host do) to make a guest’s stay extra special?

[Sussy0]

@Alex El Salvador is the smallest country in Central America where you can go from the mountains to the ocean in less than 3 hours 🤗! If seafood is your favorite thing El Salvador has the best beaches and restaurants to visit! Surf? Surf city is the best place to go! Hiking? How about a VOLCANO 🌋! Coffee lover? We have lots of coffee crops where you can experience the best fresh coffee and see how it is processed! Do you like whale watching? We got it too! Have you tried Pupusas! You have to come to El Salvador 🇸🇻! 

[Dawn241]

Anniversaries get a card & bottle of champagne, birthday cards, welcome notes written on jumbo postcards of the area, repeat customers get a 20% discount, I ask everyone what their favorite Kcups are before arrival, everyone gets a bag of pretzels & other snacks, everyone gets toothbrushes, toothpaste, floss, hand sanitizer, lip balm. 

[Alex]

I absolutely love the selection of gifts you chose for your guests @Dawn241 ! I'm sure they appreciate them even more! What inspired you to put together such a thoughtful collection? I'd love to hear the story behind it!😄

Kinds regards, 

Alex

[Dawn241]

I also have local coupons- free fries, a free drink, free desert, free wine tasting. I also put together and constantly update a visitors guide. These are things that are low cost but I think they are things people really appreciate having on a weekend trip especially if the are traveling last minute or on a motorcycle they can pack light and everything they need is here when they arrive.