Country Inns and Suites by Carlson is a highly successful international mid-tier lodging chain with more than 480 locations worldwide. Founded in 1987, their innovative lodging concept has locations in North America, Europe, Latin America, and India. The lodging chain has continued to steadily grow its portfolio for more than 20 years in the United States, Canada, Latin America, and South Asia, The brand continues to please guests and owners alike with its ability to adapt to different markets, remain flexiable with individual developers, achieve consistently high standards in building design and décor, and provide franchise support excellence. Country Inns’ friendly staff invites one to be their guest to a wide array of amenities and services designed to make one feel right at home. Country Inns invites their guests to borrow a bestseller from their in-hotel landing library and relax by the warm lobby fireplace. Country Inns offer complimentary breakfast, weekday morning newspaper and free high-speed internet access. They also offer workout facilities and access to their pool. The website is divided by six main categories. The categories are tabbed and labeled: Home, Reservations, Specials and Packages, Destinations and Activities, Groups and Meetings, and goldpoints plus. The website also allows the visitor to create an account in order to make booking and reserving easier. The website is offered in four languages: English, Spanish, French, and Dutch.