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Simply put, a Staycation is the act of "vacationing close to home or in your local area." The trend began during the high gas prices of 2008/9 and continues today,
due to the tough economic times. However, for hoteliers, this is an opportunity to capture travelers from your local area and "in
your backyard."

Here is an example of a staycation package 03/05/10-05/27/10 | | Discover Your Backyard | | Rates from $69 per night | | | | Stay for 69.00 per night. Relax and enjoy our crisp and clean bedding collection, while
waking up to our HOT Breakfast with cinnamon rolls and waffles. You'll enjoy the outdoor pool, free hard-wired HSIA,
complimentary USA Today newspaper and fresh baked cookies every afternoon in the lobby. Conveniently located within walking
distance of the Turtle Creek shopping mall, Bass Pro Shop, Hard Rock Cafe, and Golden Eagle Movie Theater. Just
1.5 blocks to the University of Southern Mississippi. Take advantage of this special offer by calling ***-***-*** and ask
for the Discover Your Backyard Promotion. PROMO CODE: DYB | | | | Disclaimer: $69.00 rate for standard two queen
room with double occupancy. Excludes holiday weekends. Based on Availability. Hotel may cancel offer at any time. |


Provide a welcome bag upon check-in. Include collateral of local businesses
and attractions (i.e. complimentary drink tickets, buy one get one free coupons, discount vouchers, etc.) as well as
a merchants map. These items are typically available (FREE) at your local Chamber of Commerce or area welcome center.
Some hotels also provide a bounce back coupon, to the hotel, encouraging the guests to book another stay.
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