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Elizabeth's Bed & Breakfasts Blog May 2008 Archive

By Elizabeth Arneson, About.com Guide to Bed & Breakfasts since 1997

Jackson House Bed and Breakfast - Railroad, Pennsylvania

Saturday May 31, 2008
Jackson House Bed and Breakfast in Railroad, Pennsylvania, was built as a hotel in 1859 to serve a railroad company. Today, innkeepers Jean and George Becker welcome visitors to their ... Read More

200-Year-Old Inns - Free Email Series

Thursday May 29, 2008
Some of the most fascinating bed and breakfasts are the oldest, inns rich with history. In this free email newsletter, we take a look at some truly historic bed and ... Read More

Are Higher Gas Prices Cutting Into Your Plans?

Tuesday May 27, 2008
With gas (and food, for that matter) prices going up, money is tighter for everyone. Because of the impact fuel prices are having on the cost of air travel, my ... Read More

Caribbean Bed and Breakfasts

Sunday May 25, 2008
The Caribbean -- which includes the Bahamas, the Virgin Islands, the Cayman Islands, Jamaica, Aruba and other terrific getaways -- is a wonderfully romantic destination. If you head to the ... Read More

Best Resources for Bed and Breakfast Newbies

Friday May 23, 2008
If you've never stayed at a bed and breakfast, it might seem a little intimidating. But I've found that B&Bs can provide the absolute best accommodations for a relaxing or ... Read More

Why You Need a Written Confirmation

Wednesday May 21, 2008
A recent post in the About.com Bed and Breakfasts Forum shows why it is important to always get a written (or email) confirmation from a B&B you plan to stay ... Read More

Romantic New England Bed and Breakfasts

Monday May 19, 2008
The New England states are home to some of the most romantic bed and breakfasts in the world. Whether you're planning a romantic escape or just dreaming, this photo gallery ... Read More

Writing a B&B Business Plan

Saturday May 17, 2008
A thorough business plan will help you prepare for the life of an innkeeper, hopefully making it an enjoyable and profitable life. Since everyone in your family will have to live ... Read More

Bed and Breakfasts for Sale - Best Listings

Thursday May 15, 2008
There are numerous web sites that feature B&Bs listed for sale, many of which are barely worth visiting because they have so few actual listings. Here are my picks for ... Read More

Lighthouse Bed and Breakfasts

Tuesday May 13, 2008
Lighthouses conjure a certain romantic era, the comforting feeling of a time gone by when life was simpler and more peaceful. The lighthouses listed here are open to the public ... Read More

Bed and Breakfasts in Little Rock, Arkansas

Sunday May 11, 2008
Arkansas, the Razorback State, has been called "a state which should be better known," according to the World Almanac of the U.S.A. With a population of more than 183,000, Little ... Read More

Bed and Breakfasts in the Falkland Islands

Friday May 9, 2008
The Falkland Islands, about 300 miles east of the coast of Argentina, are one of the most remote destinations on earth. Found in the South Atlantic Ocean near the southernmost ... Read More

Inn at Richmond - More Than 200 Years Old

Wednesday May 7, 2008
Part of the Berkshires, sometimes referred to as "America's premier cultural resort," Richmond, Massachusetts, is not far from a lot of things. And if you're interested in historic accommodations, the ... Read More

Best B&Bs for Guests with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity

Monday May 5, 2008
The cause of multiple chemical sensitivity is not known, but it's a problem that affects a growing number of people. Symptoms like headache, fatigue, dizziness, and nausea are usually are ... Read More

Thomas Shepherd Inn - Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Saturday May 3, 2008
Thomas Shepherd Inn in Shepherdstown, West Virginia, was originally designed to be a parsonage in 1868. Over time, it became a doctor's residence and office and then in 1983 it ... Read More

Bed and Breakfasts in Manhattan

Thursday May 1, 2008
If you're traveling to New York City, consider staying at a bed and breakfast. Although many people don't realize it, Manhattan is full of wonderful inns, some tucked away in ... Read More
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