Start & Run a Bed & Breakfast [With CDROM]

It takes more than just dreams and a spare bedroom to run a successful B&B. Start & Run a Bed & Breakfast shows entrepreneurs how they can open their homes to visitors and make a profit. Written by two successful B&B owners, this book is essential for anyone who already runs a B&B and for those who are just dreaming of it. It will help them to create business and marketing plans to ensure their success.The clearly written text, along with dozens of easy-to-follow worksheets and explanatory samples, shows readers how to plan everything from renovations to record keeping and how to keep their businesses running trouble free through its early years.This practical guide answers questions such as: . Would I be a good B&B host?. Who are the customers I should cater to?. How do I promote my B&B on the Internet?. How do I plan my workday?. What kind of food services should I offer?. Why should I do financial forecasting?