A: I need a room for a few days.

B: That won't be a problem. Could you please tell me your name?

A: John Sandals. That's S A N D A L S.

B: Sir, I'm Michelle, and I run the front desk. Please tell me the days you'll be here.

A: I'll be there in April: Friday through Monday, the 14th through the 17th.

B: We recently changed many things here, sir, including our prices. Do you mind, sir?

A: Possibly. What's the actual price?

B: The price will be $308 a night.

A: $308! That's not bad.

B: Very good. Now, Mr. Sandals, about the room, smoking or nonsmoking?

A: Nonsmoking, definitely!

B: Most of our clients prefer nonsmoking. Now, does a queen sound okay?

A: Yes, that'll be just fine.

B: One more second, sir. Your reservation is now verified, so all I need is your phone number.

A: It's 626-555-1739.

B: Let me repeat that: 626-555-1739. Okay, sir, we look forward to seeing you in April!