Oct 272009
Hey NFP friends, I’m going to a conference in the Twin Cities this weekend (arrive Thursday evening), and my accommodation with friends fell through! (Thanks swine flu and strep. Boo.) Since I’m in between jobs and trying to start this non-profit, my funds are limited (i.e., hotels are nearly out, unless St. Joseph writes me a check!).
Does anyone have any ideas for a place to crash/ rent a guest room, especially on short notice? Prayers, please. Thanks!
Update: Found a place with some new friends! Thanks everyone for the prayers and suggestions.
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Hi,
This may sound like an odd suggestion, but have you checked out http://www.couchsurfing.org/? My husband and I do a bit of traveling in odd places, and love this method of staying somewhere. It’s the best way to be able to get really immersed in a culture, or to get to know the ins and out of the local cities. It’s been very safe, and you can look at the reviews for areas. The name’s a bit of a misnomer — most hosts have a bed to offer, not just a couch. And, it’s free! I don’t know if this is an option you’ll want to look at, but it might be something.
Hope you enjoy your stay!
Michelle Bell.
Thanks, Michelle, for the reminder. Some friends of mine had a good experience with it, and that was going to be my last resort if I didn’t hear from friends….I’ll take a peek tonight!
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You could try crashpadder.com – it’s like couchsurfing but a bit more professional. The downside is most of the hosts charge, but you do get a big double bed!