Thanks to the internet, you can discover ways to enhance your travel experiences, making them more convenient, budget-friendly, and less stressful. Those who frequently journey for business have mastered the art of adapting to new environments without sacrificing their creature comforts. We’ve compiled a selection of valuable tips that are sure to come in handy during your next hotel stay.
If security in a hotel is a questionable issue, hang a glass on the doorknob before you go to sleep. If someone tries to open the door, you’ll wake up, and the intruder will be frightened by the sound.
Place a soap bar on the to-go coffee cup lid so it can dry.
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Many rooms have a hair dryer. This is useful if you need to dry your wet shoes.
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You can “iron” your clothes in the shower. Just hang your clothes on hangers and turn on the hot water for 5-10 minutes.
You can wash a soiled item in the sink by plugging the drain with a piece of toilet paper in a bag. You can also use softened soap.
If the curtains fit together loosely, and you are obstructed by light from the street, use a hanger with clothes pins to secure the halves together.
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The ironing board can be easily converted into a workstation. It can also be used as a changing table, or you can put suitcases on it.
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If you have nowhere to put your toothbrush, stick it in the bottom of a cardboard cup.
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If in doubt about the quality of the ice, do not put the cubes in your drink. Instead, place the glass or cup in a container of ice.
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The TV remote control in a hotel is a dirty item. To avoid soiling your hands, wrap it in a shower cap or a disposable slipper bag.
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Roll up a towel and place it under the door. This will make the room quieter and darker.
If you forgot makeup remover, hair conditioner can serve as an alternative.
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