Once you\u2019ve chosen a location for your next holiday, there are a number of options available to the savvy traveller. Hotels used to be the most common option and are still hugely popular. AirBnbs and standard BnBs are often excellent choices for the price-conscious. For something truly unique,you should consider staying with a Freebird Club host.<\/p>\n
This treads the line between visiting a friend and being a hotel-guest, often meaning you get the best of both worlds! Your host will make an effort for you, and it is good manners to reciprocate with good house guest etiquette.<\/p>\n
Essentially it\u2019s easy – be courteous to your host and behave as you\u2019d want someone to act if they stayed with you (and maybe they will!) – but if you\u2019re a bit rusty, or unsure about some of the specifics, we\u2019re here to help.<\/p>\n
To see where our hosts are located, <\/em>sign up and search for free now.<\/ins><\/em><\/a><\/p>\n Staying at someone\u2019s house is enriching. You receive a more personal experience and can build a rapport with your host. You\u2019ll be able to get a better understanding of the area you\u2019re visiting and can make your stay less formal or removed than staying in a hotel. <\/p>\n Here are some points to make sure you have a great time, and ensure you\u2019re showing appreciation as a guest.<\/p>\n Ahead of your arrival you\u2019ll speak to your host to confirm details such as arrival and departure date, method of transport from the airport. Make sure you reply promptly and communicate any dietary requirements or room requests ahead of time, be open to small talk online too, you can find out a bit more about your host and their interests and set yourselves up for better bonding when you meet in person.<\/p>\n They say you should never arrive empty-handed and that remains true regardless of the house. A small token of appreciation such as a bottle of wine, a copy of your favourite book<\/ins><\/a> or even a local delicacy from your hometown are all good ideas.<\/p>\n Your host will have made an effort to make things look nice and prepared the house for your visit. Make sure to drop in a compliment or two to reassure them it was worth it .<\/p>\n It can be daunting at first striking up a conversation with a stranger away from home but fear not! If you\u2019ve been getting on while chatting ahead of your visit enough for you to stay with them, chances are you\u2019ll get on ok during your time there. Take the time to ask them questions about themselves and the area, and it\u2019s pretty certain you\u2019ll learn a few new things – and maybe even make a friend along the way. <\/p>\n You don\u2019t have to do this, but it is a nice touch to offer to make a hot drink at least once during your visit. It can help put your host at ease and is a small way of saying thanks.<\/p>\n This should go without saying, but don\u2019t leave a trail of detritus in your wake. If you do use crockery or cutlery, wash it up or offer to help tidy after meals. <\/p>\n When it comes to leaving, make sure you take everything with you. Leave the place as you found it. Perhaps use our checklist<\/ins><\/a> to tick everything off as you pack it!<\/p>\n If there is a guest book, make sure to leave your comments and thanks in it. Aside from the pleasant read it makes for your host – it informs future visitors and can be enjoyable to flick through for you!<\/p>\n If you\u2019ve enjoyed your experience staying in a home and are interested in hosting yourself next time, why not sign up and give it a go in through the Freebird Club? If you\u2019re wondering how we support hosts, have a look at our article here,<\/ins><\/a><\/p>\n Being hosted by a welcoming and like-minded host can provide you with a vibrant and engaging stay on your next trip. From understanding the area in greater detail to a tailored visit, it provides a wonderful alternative to other accommodation options. Once you\u2019ve chosen a location for your next holiday, there are a number of options available to the savvy traveller. […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":137,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-45","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-friendship"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/freebirdclub.com\/article\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/freebirdclub.com\/article\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/freebirdclub.com\/article\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/freebirdclub.com\/article\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/freebirdclub.com\/article\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=45"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/freebirdclub.com\/article\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":111,"href":"https:\/\/freebirdclub.com\/article\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/45\/revisions\/111"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/freebirdclub.com\/article\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/137"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/freebirdclub.com\/article\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=45"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/freebirdclub.com\/article\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=45"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/freebirdclub.com\/article\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=45"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}Things to do when staying at someone’s house<\/h2>\n
Good pre-communication<\/h4>\n
Show up with a gift<\/h4>\n
Be complimentary about the house<\/h4>\n
Spend a bit of time chatting with your host<\/h4>\n
(Offer to) make some tea\/coffee<\/h4>\n
Clean up after yourself<\/h4>\n
Pack everything<\/h4>\n
Sign the guest book<\/h4>\n
Sign up to host, yourself<\/h4>\n
Summary
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Explore the world through other people\u2019s eyes and experience a different way of travelling. Sign up for Freebird Club today.<\/ins><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"