Have Guests this holiday season? Make it more luxe!

Yes, it’s beginning to look?a lot like … (insert your fave holiday name here)!?

Online, in-person, in-store, and in conversations — our #attention is now turning to #holiday travel, plans to see loved ones, gift-giving, and social obligations.

Our social media feeds are filled with the perfect holiday table, outfits to wear, gift guides, tree-decorating inspiration, and even movies to see!

Sharing a few ideas for setting up your guest room to feel more #luxe is fun!

Be warned — what you may not know about me is that I LOVE LOVE LOVE to host and entertain. Having people stay in my home is one of my greatest joys!

My friends will tell you I am a bit ‘extra’, and I say I might as well own it!

So when it comes time to create a space my friends can enjoy, I turn to my exhaustive list (and yes, I have all these things in my guest room and guest bathroom), but if you don’t have space (or time!) for that, choose one or two things to add, and I bet your guests will love it!

You might be staying home and hosting others; if so, you can make it feel like a #luxury experience, a home away from home, by adding a few simple touches.

A few of these ideas will inspire you.

I added a link for every recommendation so you can just ‘add to cart’ if you want anything but if you are absolutely overwhelmed, ignore this list, bookmark it for later, stock up your champagne (or wine) fridge, and just enjoy the company of those you love!

Remember that traveling allows us to?have moments?—?to?remove ourselves from our everyday lives and recharge. It’s about connection and creating experiences and moments.

Matthew Upchurch , CEO Virtuoso Travel calls this ‘Return on Life’ — a mantra I wholeheartedly support!

Paying attention to how we invest our time and resources to create experiences for people who matter to us is a beautiful reason to travel, and creating a cozy and chic space for them in your home is a wonderful gift.

The Luxury Guest Room Mindset?

Mum taught me that?luxury is a mindset. Luxury is not always about things (though, believe me, I love high-thread-count sheets and white robes in hotels)—it is about experiences —taking the time to create memories with those you love.

If you want a few ideas for creating?a luxury guest room in your home, try these:

Travel Touches

• When your guests first arrive, they will be looking for somewhere to place their suitcase; a?simple luggage rack?is a great addition.
• Hooks for coats and bags installed behind the door make arriving convenient.
• Place a small frame on a shelf with wifi instructions?so they don’t need to ask, or this?fun little sign.
• Invest in a few?white robes,?and it will feel like they are staying in a hotel.
• Add an Amazon?Alexa device?so they can play music while?they stay with you.

Stash of Supplies?

• Think of everything you could need (that you might forget) and place extra baskets in the bathroom and guest room.
• Think of things you love but your guests might have forgotten i.e.?sneaker wipes,?sunscreen, and?body lotion.
• A mini coffee/tea supply tray can be fun with a mini espresso machine, their?fave teas, a small jar of honey, and sweet supplies.
• A jar of treats is a lovely touch with chocolates or nuts (or both) so they can satisfy their sweet tooth when they arrive.

Bedside Tables?

• Place?multi-device chargers?on each side beside the lamps.?Adding an?extension cord?will be helpful so they don’t have to unplug anything in the room.
• A?water bottle?is a lovely addition to a?fun dish (like this one)?to make them smile.
• A?pillow spray?or sleep aid can be a great option to make their stay even more fun.
• These?satin pillowcases?and?silk eye masks?from?Blissy?add to the luxe feel for your guests.
• Add a special?candle?and some fresh flowers they might enjoy.

Bedding Basics?

• Bamboo sheets?feel luxe and easy to wash.
• A variety of pillow options is helpful to cater to all types of sleepers.
• Adding a soft throw to the bed (for extra warmth) or even to make the room look cozier is a nice touch too
• Spritz the room with a?lovely spray like this one?to stimulate their senses.

Bathroom Additions?

• Baskets could include toothbrushes, toothpaste, shaving items, bath products, loofahs, cotton tips, tissues,?face masks, and personal items.
• Consider creating a mini medical supply basket with?first-aid kit,?vitamins, headache tablets, bandaids, lip balm, cough lozenges, and breath mints.
• Set up a basket of fresh towels, and face washers and add a?shower cap?and?make-up face washer?for extra touches.
• Add?these eye patches?in their basket for a bit of glam and to handle those tired eyes from travel.
• Consider adding?disposable slippers?to the room —?we give every guest these?cute washable slippers?(more environmentally friendly and a lovely gift for them to take home and keep in their travel bag)!

Fabulous Fitness?

• Add a?yoga mat, and?yoga blocks?with a yoga strap to their guest closet.
• We have?this Jennifer Jacobs ?JMethod Travel Kit?in our guest room, too and?the recovery ball after long flights is bliss!

Local Loves?

• Could you add a few local magazines to the room so they can learn more about your area?
• Include a few treats from local businesses that guests can enjoy while they stay.
• We have a Google Doc we share with guests that includes local spots, dining recommendations, house codes, and even how to use the remotes and?our coffee machine!

Extra Extras?

• Include?a clothes?steamer?so they can look and feel together —?if you have space, add an iron and ironing board to the guest room closet
• Buy a?Guest book?for them to sign and leave you a 5-star review!
• A few?motion sensor lights?will help guests navigate your home in the dark. They are great for the guest room, hallway, and bathroom.

What do you do that makes your guests feel welcome when they visit you? What are the tips you would add?

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