One of the best ways to promote your property is to attract media and consumer attention with inviting seasonal promotions. And the easiest place to publicize them is on our Special Deals page. Here's how:

Here's the free deal for Silver members and up:

• Log in with your property ID and password, then click the "specials" link on the left-hand side of the page.
• Under "Special Summary," click the theme of your choice (see below) and combine a promotional rate with whatever tempting treats or special event tickets your guests might enjoy--it's up to you.
• Remember that creative offerings are more likely to attract media attention -- they make a better story.
• To see the specials that have already been posted by your fellow innkeepers, visit our Specials page and click the drop down box marked "Select Special."

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Train Lovers are Special

Railfans of the world unite! If your inn is near a historic train route, a railroading museum, a rails-to-trails path, or has a history that railfans would enjoy, we encourage you to post a Train Lovers are Special package. Remember that these special packages can be value-added, not discount packages, and may be as simple as including the cost of two dinner-train tickets in the package price (although it doesn't hurt to get a little creative).

Fantastic Fly Fishing

Is there a rushing mountain stream, stocked pond, or other body of water near your property that would attract fishermen? If you are a fishing guide, or have a buddy who is, post some fishing specials under the Fantastic Fly Fishing heading. We’re looking to add specials to attract travel writers who had it with the frilly frou-frou circuit! In addition to posting your special on our website, please email details to InnkeeperNews@BedandBreakfast.com.

Planning Ahead for Fall

Magazines have long lead times, and it’s not too early to start planning for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas holiday promotions. (Scary thought, we know, but be strong!) Post some of your best recipes on BedandBreakfast.com soon, so we can start preparing the PR campaigns. Please keep in mind that food editors usually look for easy-to-prepare recipes made from fresh, healthy ingredients. When posting a recipe, please proofread carefully, and capitalize only proper names.

Welcome Marti!

We are delighted to announce that Marti Mayne, of Maynely Marketing will now be handling publicity and media relations for BedandBreakfast.com. As many of you know, Marti combines her in-depth knowledge of the bed and breakfast industry with great media contacts and familiarity with the field of vacation travel. Marti’s assignment is to help spread the word about BedandBreakfast.com and its member inns, and we’re confident that she’ll be doing a great job for all of us.

Recent Publicity

As described below, several major newspapers recently ran articles on B&Bs catering to business travelers. If your B&B welcomes road warriors (click here for a list of criteria), send a press release to your area media outlets describing what your property does to make business travelers comfortable.

The New York Times published an article entitled Home on the Road: B & B's Lure Business Travelers, explaining that “B & B's have reinvented themselves to compete more directly with the hotel chains for business travelers.” In addition to BedandBreakfast.com, the following member B&Bs were mentioned: Thurston House, Maitland, FL; Churchtown Inn, Churchtown, PA; and Dupont at the Circle, Washington, DC. May, 2002. Read the article

The Detroit News ran a similar article, and quoting Sandy Soule and recommending www.BedandBreakfast.com. May, 2002. Read the article

USAToday.com ran a lengthy piece called “Bed and breakfasts mix business with pleasure” which included interviews with Sandy Soule, and these BedandBreakfast.com members: Copper Penny Inn, Poughkeepsie, NY; The Inn at Woodhaven, Louisville, KY: Gryphon House, Boston, MA; and Walnut Street Inn, Springfield, MO. June, 2002. Read the article

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