Expert traveller shares three things to avoid doing at hotels
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Staying in a hotel can be a luxurious experience. Of course, even if we aren't staying in a five-star hotel, we all want to ensure we're safe, and our possessions are unharmed.
Because of this, we here at the Seniors Discount Club are always interested to learn more about unique security and safety tips from experienced travellers.
Max, popularly known as Max Miles Points on social media, is a seasoned traveller and self-confessed 'germaphobe' who recently shared the three things he never does at a hotel.
According to Max, these tips apply no matter the accommodation—whether it's a luxury stay or a budget-friendly motel. So, if you're planning a holiday or a short stay with the family, take a minute to learn how this travel expert keeps his and his possessions safe.
At the top of Max's list of things to avoid in a hotel is using the integrated USB ports on the wall.
Certainly, it may save you from packing an extra adapter in your bag, but these USB ports could also contain malicious software that might steal your personal data and passwords. According to him, you could fall victim to 'juice jacking', another cyber theft tactic.
Malware installed through a corrupted USB port can lock your device or directly export personal data and passwords to the perpetrator. Criminals can then use this information to access online accounts or sell it to others.
To stay safe, charging your phone using your charger cable and adapter is best.
Next, Max steered clear of hotel coffee machines.
'They might look clean and shiny on the outside, but you don't know how often they're cleaned on the inside,' he said. Whether the hotel offers a complimentary coffee machine or you need a morning pick-me-up, Max urged travellers to avoid using them.
According to a hotel expert, the coffee machine is the one item that you should check to see how clean a hotel bedroom is.
Harrison Jacobs, who once spent 300 nights at hotels and Airbnb in one year, revealed that the kettle gives away the state of cleanliness of a hotel.
'When I get to a new hotel room, I pop open the top to the appliance,' he said.
'If I see mould or rust, which happens often, I ask for a new room or shorten my stay to one night and move on to a different place.'
Max never walks barefoot on the hotel carpet. In fact, he travels with a pair of thongs, just in case. He said: 'You never know how clean these carpets are; they just get vacuumed in between guests.'
We don't know about you folks, but this certainly has given us pause for thought!
Max's safety tips certainly put our minds at ease. By following his advice, not only can we have a more enjoyable holiday, but we can also look after our personal data and health in the process.
Members, what do you think about these tips? Do you have your tips and tricks on staying safe and secure when booking a hotel stay? Let us know in the comments below!
Because of this, we here at the Seniors Discount Club are always interested to learn more about unique security and safety tips from experienced travellers.
Max, popularly known as Max Miles Points on social media, is a seasoned traveller and self-confessed 'germaphobe' who recently shared the three things he never does at a hotel.
According to Max, these tips apply no matter the accommodation—whether it's a luxury stay or a budget-friendly motel. So, if you're planning a holiday or a short stay with the family, take a minute to learn how this travel expert keeps his and his possessions safe.
A seasoned traveller shared the things he'll never do at a hotel. Credit: Pexels/Pixabay,
At the top of Max's list of things to avoid in a hotel is using the integrated USB ports on the wall.
Certainly, it may save you from packing an extra adapter in your bag, but these USB ports could also contain malicious software that might steal your personal data and passwords. According to him, you could fall victim to 'juice jacking', another cyber theft tactic.
Malware installed through a corrupted USB port can lock your device or directly export personal data and passwords to the perpetrator. Criminals can then use this information to access online accounts or sell it to others.
To stay safe, charging your phone using your charger cable and adapter is best.
Next, Max steered clear of hotel coffee machines.
'They might look clean and shiny on the outside, but you don't know how often they're cleaned on the inside,' he said. Whether the hotel offers a complimentary coffee machine or you need a morning pick-me-up, Max urged travellers to avoid using them.
According to a hotel expert, the coffee machine is the one item that you should check to see how clean a hotel bedroom is.
Harrison Jacobs, who once spent 300 nights at hotels and Airbnb in one year, revealed that the kettle gives away the state of cleanliness of a hotel.
'When I get to a new hotel room, I pop open the top to the appliance,' he said.
'If I see mould or rust, which happens often, I ask for a new room or shorten my stay to one night and move on to a different place.'
Max never walks barefoot on the hotel carpet. In fact, he travels with a pair of thongs, just in case. He said: 'You never know how clean these carpets are; they just get vacuumed in between guests.'
We don't know about you folks, but this certainly has given us pause for thought!
Max's safety tips certainly put our minds at ease. By following his advice, not only can we have a more enjoyable holiday, but we can also look after our personal data and health in the process.
Members, what do you think about these tips? Do you have your tips and tricks on staying safe and secure when booking a hotel stay? Let us know in the comments below!
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