The holidays will be here before you know it which means it's time to start making plans for where you will stay while visiting family. It's easy to feel obligated to stay at a family member's home while visiting - but you don't have to! There are many reasons to take advantage of staying at a local hotel in St. Robert, Mo instead of staying with your family. Today, Fort Wood Hotels would like to share with you five reasons you should consider staying in a hotel versus staying with family and how to break the news lightly. #1 Personal Space  One of the biggest reasons to stay in a hotel is to have personal space. When you stay with family - especially when multiple families are staying in the same home, even a big house can feel small. Between awkward bathroom/shower conflictions to merging routines, you definitely lack personal space when you stay with family.  How to break the news to your family - "I'm an early riser/night owl, I'd hate t...

Holidays are here and now is the time to plan your workplace holiday party . Not sure where to start, we have you covered!  Fort Wood Hotels is the perfect place to hold your upcoming holiday event.  There is still time to plan and get the details worked out whether you have a small or large office. Our staff is available to help you plan the details. Check out these workplace holiday party ideas that are fun for everyone!  WORKPLACE HOLIDAY PARTY IDEAS Potluck Meal is sure to please everyone. Ask everyone to bring their favorite dessert or side dish, and the company will provide the meat. This is low stress and can keep cost down if you are a small office. Many people love the idea, and it makes the day festive. Gift Exchange . A great way to get into the holiday spirit is with presents. Have each person bring a gift. Make sure you set a price limit, and the gift should be gender neutral. Play a game where people can open, steal and ex...