A flight attendant has shared a simple yet effective safety tip for travellers checking into hotel rooms. Esther, a cabin crew member with KLM, advises guests to roll a bottle of water under the bed upon entering a room to check for hidden intruders.
In a video, the Dutch air hostess explains that if the bottle emerges on the other side, the room is safe. However, if it doesn't come out, it may indicate someone is under the bed, prompting a call for assistance from staff or a fellow traveller.
Other flight attendants have also offered their own safety hacks. Demi Bonita from Spain suggests placing a 'do not disturb' card between the door and frame to detect if someone has entered the room while you're away. Another cabin crew member recommends checking behind doors, curtains, large cabinets, and under beds for potential hiding spots.
A hotel veteran, Halee, with 15 years of experience, warns British holidaymakers to switch off lights upon entering a room and use a phone flashlight to check for bed bugs, especially in corners and creases of bedding. She notes that bed bugs are nocturnal and more active in the dark.
