11/22/2021
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My Tips for Hotel Safety (Save and Share!)
If you're active on Twitter you might've heard of a developing story surrounding hotel safety at a certain hotel in DC (check my IG Story for details). I'm so glad that this person was safe, and I wanted to create a quick visual for you all to have when . Please share this with all of your loved ones, and adhere to these tips when traveling.
⭐️ Carry a doorstop for every trip! I got my doorstop via Amazon, it will make noise if someone tries to get in from the outside. You can also get a doorstop from any Walmart/Target/Dollar Store etc. If you happen to forget your doorstop, simply place 2 glass cups on the door handle at night, if the glass breaks you know someone was trying to get in.
⭐️ Always share your location with a trusted person, and let them know when you reach your hotel. I also share my itinerary using the so they know my whereabouts during the trip. If you're staying at a hotel, share your room number, and if it is an Airbnb they should know the address/unit # as well.
⭐️ Do not post anything about where you are staying until you leave! You guys know, I don't share any room tours until I've left the area. People can search hashtags and locations and can find where you are. Also, people can use the EXIF data in your photo to find the exact geolocation of where the photo was taken. Be vigilant!
⭐️ Whenever I check into a hotel, I ask the staff to write down my room number and ask them not to say it out loud. Someone could be hanging around the lobby and listening in. I also get 2 keycards and put another name on the room so they won't know I'm there solo.
BONUS TIP
Watch out for package deals especially when traveling abroad. Sometimes Airbnb hosts will offer to set up your rental car, excursions, airport transfers, and more. I don't recommend this because they have too much control over your schedule, they could potentially try and rob you when you're away. Use your better judgment.
