Avoid overstaying your welcome.
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Theholidays can be a magical time, full of friends, family, and laughter.
One of the trickiest situations might just be houseguests that overstay their welcome.
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Here Gottsman lends her best tips for determining the appropriate amount of time to stay as anovernight guest.
Diane Gottsman is a national etiquette expert and owner ofThe Protocol School of Texas.
How Long Should Overnight Guests Say?
Gottsman believes a weekend is usually a sufficient amount of time for a nice visit.
However, several factors can influence the length of your stay, especially around holidays.
Consider the factors below, and ensure you’re in communication prior to the visit.
asking intrusive questions, disciplining the children, wanting to redecorate or give unwarranted advice, she says.
If a shorter visit will help keep the peace, dont be afraid to tailor your timeline accordingly.
