How to Write a Thank-You Note After Being a Houseguest
Sincerity and a personal touch are the keys to a good thank-you note.
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Instructions
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Write your note within a week after your visit - no excuses.
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Use your own engraved stationery, a thank-you card or something informal, instead of your regular professional letterhead, for that all-important personal touch.
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Write your note by hand. Remember, unless the visit really was a networking situation, the intimacy of a house visit can only be communicated via a handwritten note.
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Reminisce. Sure, it was only a week ago, but spell out what was truly special: picking peas in the garden, that squally boat trip, charades....
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Thank your hosts for any extra effort on their part. Did they make your special vegan diet, oust their twins from the bedroom, quarantine the dog?
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Consider extending a reciprocating offer to your hosts, such as inviting them to your home for a weekend.
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Tips & Warnings
A handwritten note is the only acceptable way to truly thank someone.
Keep in mind that while a telephone call is easy, a note is something they can keep, especially if you include a few "Wasn't that fun?" photos.
Think about sending flowers or a potted plant if you didn't arrive armed with a gift for your hosts.
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Comments
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Dec 09, 2005
I'll often purchase a postcard after I've been dropped off at the airport and write a little thank you note while I'm waiting for my flight. It ensures that I don't forget to send a note, and it is a fun way to acknowledge their hospitality. -
Dec 09, 2005
I'll often purchase a postcard after I've been dropped off at the airport and write a little thank you note while I'm waiting for my flight. It ensures that I don't forget to send a note, and it is a fun way to acknowledge their hospitality.
