(EMAILWIRE.COM, February 07, 2001 ) Is business going to keep you away from your sweetheart this Valentine's Day? Looking for simple, inexpensive ways to make being away not so tough? In honor of the launch of its new guest recognition and rewards program, Guest Ovations, Baymont Inns & Suites has partnered with the National Business Travel Association to offer these tried-and-true tips to business travelers to make "Staying Inn Touch" this Valentine's Day a little easier:
Stock up on prepaid phone cards so you can call home throughout the day.
Leave hidden notes for your spouse and children to find after you're gone. Leave "I love you" notes for your spouse to pack in the kids' lunch boxes while you're away.
Send a short postcard or letter home for delivery on Valentine's Day.
You can set up e-mail cards to be sent at the time you choose. Pre-send one so that it will arrive on Valentine's Day.
Use a digital camera to take pictures of where you are and what you see. E-mail them home.
Have a farewell meal before your trip and spend time together. Breakfast before you leave will help you feel more connected while on the road.
Give your family at home the number of your hotel - if you aren't sure of your schedule, they can call you.

Another option is to turn your business trip into a romantic getaway by taking your spouse with you. A recent online survey of business travelers* found that 66 percent of respondents would take their significant other with them on a business trip if given the option. Consider staying in a whirlpool suite such as those found at many Baymont Inns & Suites locations - their "Rest Easy Rates" at over 175 locations nationwide mean an excellent stay at a moderate price.

While staying at Baymont Inns & Suites this Valentine's Day, guests are reminded to enroll in Guest Ovations to begin earning points towards free stays and hundreds of other rewards options. Guests can tailor their membership to their specific needs with three currencies to choose from: Guest Ovations points, frequent flyer miles and Membership Rewards(r) bonus points from American Express(r).

Baymont Inns & Suites is owned, operated and franchised by the Milwaukee-based Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS). There are more than 175 Baymont Inns & Suites locations in 30 states, each delivering travelers an ideal combination of amenities, special extras and superior service, including a lobby breakfast, in-room coffee and tea service, a complimentary USA Today and guest voice mail.

To make reservations for any Baymont Inns & Suites location or to receive a directory of locations, call toll free 1-877-BAYMONT (1-877-229-6668) or visit www.baymontinns.com. Company news is available online at www.marcuscorp.com.

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