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Save Gas On Summer Travel Courtesy of BnBFinder.com

As speculators and demand drive up gas prices, a lot of travelers are putting summer travel plans in park. But Mary White, founder of BnBFinder.com and author of Running a Bed & Breakfast for Dummies, has come up with some smart solutions to keep money in your pocket and more options for inns.

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Inns in the Heart of the City

Monday April 30, 2012
If you believe that inns are only found in the countryside, BedandBreakfast.com found ten that provided an inn experience in the heart of some of the world's major cities. If you're about to head to an urban environment but want to break a link in the chain, consider some of the inns they chose in the feature about the world's Top 10 Urban Inns 2011-2012.

Rising from the Ashes: Fran Ambroselli

Monday April 30, 2012
When Fran Ambroselli's Finger Lakes region B&B; burned down, it took a few years to collect her thoughts, collect insurance, and start again. But she shows that if you have a passion for innkeeping, not even a devastating fire can keep you away. You can read her story at Meet the Innkeeper: Fran Ambroselli.

B&B.com; Places the Best Breakfasts on the Table

Monday April 30, 2012
I think it's almost impossible to truly determine the best breakfasts at inns around the world, but the folks at BedandBreakfast.com have given it their all through a readers-selected review of great recipes. You'll find the whole story -- and links to inns and recipes -- at B&B.com; Names USA's Best Breakfasts.

Fuel Savings to Increase Occupancy?

Monday April 30, 2012
Courtesy of BnBFinder.com, there are a few ideas for innkeepers who may be looking for a new way to attract guests -- and for guests who are looking for ways to alleviate travel expenses... You can see the entire feature at Save Gas on Summertime Travel.

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