Vancouver hotel responding to drinking and driving laws
Posted Nov 17, 2010 12:12:59 PM.
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VANCOUVER (NEWS1130) – Company Christmas parties will be more of a challenge with new drinking and driving rules in BC this year.
At least one local hotel is asking you to “Trade your car keys for room keys.” Basically, those enjoying themselves a little too much can get a room at a discounted rate, and Mitchell Fawcett with the Westin Bayshore says they will also donate five dollars to Mothers Against Drunk Driving.
He says, “[It’s] always a big concern of the hotel to make sure everyone stays safe and sound. But it’s definitely in response to the amount of clients who have been especially requesting something. Everyone is wanting to make sure everyone gets home safe… and with the new laws in place, it is definitely a lot more strict.”
Fawcett believes alcohol consumption is something the industry will have to be extra careful with this year. He says servers can also try to persuade folks to grab a cab as well.
