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Author Archives: Chef Forfeng
We Have Moved!
We have moved over to the “real” version of WordPress, and now we officially have our website connected to our blog 🙂 Our archives will remain here but any new posts can be found at http://forfengdesigns.com/chef-forfengs-blog/. Thank you everyone who has … Continue reading
B&B Web Hosting Information and Choosing a Web Hosting Service Checklist
One of the questions I get quite a bit from new innkeepers is “How do we get information about web hosting and who do we use? There is so much information out there, but much of it is paid reviews or … Continue reading
Posted in B&B, Hospitality News, How tos, Observations
Tagged Hosting, Web Hosting, Website Hosting
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Spa Package Ideas for Bed and Breakfasts
Thinking of adding to your specials and packages repertoire? Consider adding some spa packages. Spa packages can be cost effective add-ons for your B&B, and give you the ability to customize offerings to appeal to a variety of guest interests. … Continue reading
Posted in B&B, How tos, marketing
Tagged Packages, Spa, Spa Packages, Special Diets, Specials and Packages
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How to Write a Social Media Strategic Plan for Bed and Breakfasts
For many businesses, including B&Bs, writing a strategic plan for their business is not high on their priority list, but it should be! Writing a strategic plan for social media in this digital age is now an absolute must! If … Continue reading
Posted in B&B, Blogging, Facebook, Hospitality News, How tos, Lodging, marketing, Observations, SEO, Social Media
Tagged Social Media, Social Media Plans, Social Media Strategic Plans
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Chocolate Covered Strawberries: Going beyond the basics
Chocolate Dipped Strawberries, the most utilized add on package, and staple for romantic packages at a B&B. Here are a few tips and tricks (and variations) for getting those strawberries lathered in chocolate absolutely perfect. A few variations on top … Continue reading
Questions for Interviewing an Innkeeper
A common question I get asked is, “We need to hire an innkeeper or assistant innkeeper, is there a list of frequently asked questions that we can use for interviewing people?” This is a general list of questions. We would … Continue reading
Posted in B&B, Hospitality News, How tos, Inns, Interviews, Lodging
Tagged Innkeepers, Innkeeping, Interviewing, Interviewing an innkeeper
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Innkeepers, Thinking of running a social media contest?
Thinking of running a social media contest? Before you do make sure you check out contest guidelines, and make sure that what you want to do is legal in your state. Each social media platform has different rules and regulations … Continue reading