Why Your Bathtub Could Be the Safest Spot for Your Bags

It happened to me once—I checked into a cozy hotel after a long day of traveling. I unpacked near the bed, arranging my clothes and essentials, and then decided to read some reviews.

That’s when my eyes landed on the dreaded word: bedbugs. My heart sank immediately. I couldn’t stop picturing tiny pests crawling into my suitcase and following me home. Panic set in, and I realized I needed a strategy to protect my belongings. That’s when I discovered a surprisingly simple yet effective trick: place your luggage in the hotel room’s bathtub.

At first, it sounded unusual, even a little silly. But the reasoning is solid. Bedbugs hide in mattresses, headboards, and curtains, and they are naturally drawn to fabric. This makes your suitcase an ideal hiding spot. The good news is that bedbugs avoid smooth,

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