Standing in a restaurant in Texas with two friends, I was introduced with the inevitable, “She’s visiting from Alaska!” line. Soon, staff and owners came close enough to reveal their desire to visit and see the beauty. Carrying my iPad, … Continue reading
A recent survey sponsored by the Professional Association of Innkeepers showed that B&Bs throughout the United States contribute to these statistics: · Occupancy Rate 43.7% · Average Daily Rate $150 · Revenue per Available Room $58 Alaska’s cost of living is … Continue reading
Jim & Judy of Judy’s Touch of Class B&B If you were not in the Egan Center this last Thursday, you missed a fabulous event hosted by Visit Anchorage, formerly known as the ACVB. Kari Sellars of Visit Anchorage led a … Continue reading
Lucas, resident canine at Jarvi Homestay B&B A recent blog by member innkeeper Mary at Jarvi Homestay examines the issue of traveling with pets (mainly dogs) while in Alaska. As a dog lover herself, she accepts canines when they are … Continue reading
See a show, stay a night…get more at a B&B! With the recent sell-out of “Beauty and the Beast” presented by the Anchorage Concert Association (ACA) at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts (otherwise known as … Continue reading
Many inn-keepers wear multiple hats in Alaska. Their jobs are varied and interesting. Every so often, one story catches the attention of all in Alaska, as does this tale of tragedy, service, and caring– Dr. Karen Lea French, known to … Continue reading
“Yum, is that sourdough I smell cooking?” asks a guest as he comes into my kitchen (At Anchorage Walkabout Town B&B, Alaska). “Yes it is and you’re having it in waffles with rhubarb sauce this morning”, I reply. And with … Continue reading
What makes a visit memorable? Over the past several weeks, the discussion among B&B hosts has centered on the little extras, touches individuals B&Bs add to their services. Inn keepers find that small things result in guests commenting on feeling … Continue reading
Translator software bridges the language gap One of the fascinating aspects of the mix of guests is the various languages and dialects we find sitting around the breakfast table. The conversation is often stimulating, and constantly taking unexpected turns as … Continue reading
It is a lonely place, this Bed and Breakfast. Or at least it is this afternoon. We just said goodbye to a young couple with their playful baby, Colby. Colby is well loved, eating the finest quality of foods for … Continue reading
