""Pack light if you are visiting and treat your guest room as you would your own home," advised Diane Gottsman, an etiquette expert, the author of " Modern Etiquette for a Better Life " and the founder of The Protocol School of Texas. "Pick up wet towels. Don't put a glass on the nightstand without a coaster. And be respectful of electricity and water consumption.""
""Retire to your room for a nap, read a book or take a long walk," Gottsman suggested. "Even better, take the day to see the sights. Invite the host, but be sure to leave them the opportunity to decline: 'I am off to see the Statue of Liberty today. If you would like to join me, you are more than welcome, but please don't change your plans on account of me. I know how busy you are right now'.""
""Rent your own car or take an Uber," Gottsman said. "Don't expect your host to give you their car during your visit.""
Overnight guests should minimize their impact by packing light, keeping the guest room tidy, and conserving electricity and water. Guests should avoid taking up excessive space or disrupting household routines. Giving hosts private time by retiring to the room, taking walks, or sightseeing helps maintain balance and offers hosts flexibility. Guests should not assume access to a host's car and should arrange their own transportation when necessary. Small courtesies such as using coasters and picking up wet towels support household operations and increase the likelihood of being invited back.
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