AboutAmanda Gamble Expertise I will answer any etiquette question you`d care to ask!
I will be happy to give friendly non-judgmental advice on any situation.
If your question is rude,incoherent or demands I confirm your "victim" story,
I reserve the right to refuse to answer. Life is too short.
Certain cultures and customs are not part of my personal
experience,but I will research to get the needed answer.
Experience I have been writing a daily etiquette advice column for 6 years.
I have taught as well as given lectures on the subject.
I have a tiny efficiency apartment in New York and my parents want to visit for a few days. When I suggested that a hotel might be easier for everyone, they seemed offended. They said they didn't mind staying on my pullout couch, that it would be expensive for them to stay in a hotel, and so (in effect) that it would be unreasonable/uncaring to expect them to stay in a hotel. My questions are: Was it rude for my parents to expect to be able to stay in my apartment? Was I rude for suggesting that they stay in a hotel? What is the proper etiquette in this situation. I would appreciate any advice. Thank you. --Bruno
Answer Dear Bruno,
No it was not wrong to suggest that they stay in a hotel. You
do it saying "No,I won't hear of you staying here,it just would
be miserable for you and Dad. An efficiency in New York makes a
hamster cage look spacious. The Hotel Montblanc is two blocks from
me and you will be so much happier..."
Just have a ready answer/solution for any objections that you
may get.
