These are some of my favorite hotel hacks that I have been doing for years both with and without my kids that made traveling easier and less stressful and no one wants to be stressed on vacation or a business trip. Hope you like them!
OMG!!! First-time commenter here! I have watched MANY travel videos (probably too many 😂), and some of these are tips I have never heard! Great hacks! The only hack missing is to check for cameras in the room - unfortunately needed in this day.
Hi @nicolem1397 ! I totally agree about hunting down cameras in your room, but so far I must be a really bad spy, since I haven't been able to find one to date (or I'm really lucky) but you are right! Thank you for commenting and watching!
Put the painter's tape on the door over the peephole for more privacy. Combined with the towel blocking the door bottom means no one can see room lights to know if the room is occupied.
I use detergent sheets for travel laundry. They’re “dry” and therefore don’t count as a liquid, but also pack away small. I cut one sheet into 4 little squares. One is enough to use for a pair of socks and undies or just a t-shirt or leggings. I use 2 for a pair of pjs, or a lightweight sweater or dress.
Have same collapsible kettle. But I found the silicone cups get too hot. I pack a thermal coffee mug. Laundry I bring an inch square of bar laundry soap.
Hi @jant4741! What kind of laundry bar do you use? I have not found one I really like yet. As for the cup, of course a mug is better, but we don't always have the room.
Just wow! I haven’t even thought about most of these. This will be very useful when we do our trip to Europe next year. I would carry washer, softener and dryer sheets rather than liquid or powder, take up no room whatsoever
Hi @selinasnowdon2834 ! You know I never considered them before, since I have always been able to find laundry supplies anywhere I went, but I think I will next time, since it's a good fail-safe. Thanks so much for watching!!
I’ve slept in too many hotel rooms (and friends/family guest rooms) that have inadequate curtains and/or blinking lights, so I bring my sleep mask. Also, that valet tray that you have is also great for playing games with dice - even at home! It keeps the dice from rolling off the side of your table.
Great tips. I am a fanatic about sanitizing. I do the things you did but also sanitize all the drawer pull handles, microwave and fridge handle. The sink counter and faucet knobs, toilet seat,lid,flusher and the top of tank in case I need to sit any towels or something when showering. Also wipe the bottom of tub. Don’t want any athletes foot. I have a zippered case for my toothbrush that has a loop on it. I bring a suction cup and attach to the mirror with toothbrush, toothpaste,floss and mouthwash tabs.
HI @cathylingo9521, now I will add all those items to my list of wipe-downs!!! Sheer Genious about what you do with your toothbrush and other dental needs with the suction cup. I'll be adding that to my list! Thank you!
Omg, I live on Long Island and have been to Oheka Castle a few times. I got to see it before its extensive renovations. Got to see some of those rooms in its original state. Trivia: Parts of the movie Citizen Kane was filmed there. The great lawn off to the side and some interior spots. Did you get to visit any other Gold Coast homes? I also love the Vanderbilt home. Others. 🤗
Hi @Beacon631 Oheka is just amazing! I've been to Sands Point Preserve which has both Hempstead House and Falaise. I've also been to the Vanderbilt Estate out in Huntington and I've stayed at The Mansion at Glen Cove, where "Sabrina" was filmed. There are so many mansions to see between Long Island, the Hudson River and Newport, RI that you could stay busy for such a long time. I didn't know that Citizen Kane was filmed at Oheka. All I can say is "Rosebud", LOL!
@ LoL, yes. It’s also fun to visit Teddy Roosevelt’s house up in the same area as the others. Make note of it for next time in case you ever get to visit Long Island again. 😁
Great tips. First thing I do when staying in a hotel is checking that there is no one hiding in the room. Check closets, under bed, behind shower curtain and balcony.
Awesome tips. I add my room number, hotel name address, and the country’s emergency number in my notes app. It’s easier to locate than searching through my photos. I will definitely start using your tip for the shoes pointed to stairs. Love that one . Metal utensils is not advisable, as my on my last trip to London, my backpack was pulled out by TSA agent for extra screening because I had a camping folding metal fork. My family will not let me forget it.
I’m so glad you found the video helpful! It’s always a good idea to keep emergency numbers handy. Wow, I go all the time through Heathrow and that has never happened, although they were very interested in my Miralax, LOL! Thanks for the heads up!
Great video, Perrie! I have been traveling for blah-blah many years, too and thought I knew all the tips, but you had some new ones that I didn't know.
Hi @vickietobias7941, that device comes off very easily, but that is why I showed another choice of the door wedge with the alarm. I believe people should have choices.
@@SbMathis-c4y I've done solo travel, and it makes you a bit uneasy, so I am glad you are taking the same precautions I do.If you have any more to share, please do!
Hi @michellestaneart6570 ! LOL true for most of Europe, but they are adapting as of late.You can even buy ice now! When my kids were younger, I used to carry these very thin ice packs, and most hotels were kind enough to put them in the freezer for me, but that is when we used to check luggage.
HI @carolynknierim6848, and that is a very fair question. What I would say, is if you are uncomfortable use the metal latch, at least the wedge door alarm. The worst that will happen is that you might annoy a nearby room.
OMG you put the clean towel on the floor, placed the clean and wet shirt on the towel, then rolled the part of the towel touching the bathroom floor onto the newly contaminated shirt! Ew ew ew ew!!!!
HI @colleenmarin8907 So what I do is wipe down the floor with my Clorox wipes before I do that, just FYI. I should have said that in the video. Good catch though!
These are some of my favorite hotel hacks that I have been doing for years both with and without my kids that made traveling easier and less stressful and no one wants to be stressed on vacation or a business trip. Hope you like them!
OMG!!! First-time commenter here! I have watched MANY travel videos (probably too many 😂), and some of these are tips I have never heard! Great hacks! The only hack missing is to check for cameras in the room - unfortunately needed in this day.
Hi @nicolem1397 ! I totally agree about hunting down cameras in your room, but so far I must be a really bad spy, since I haven't been able to find one to date (or I'm really lucky) but you are right! Thank you for commenting and watching!
Put the painter's tape on the door over the peephole for more privacy. Combined with the towel blocking the door bottom means no one can see room lights to know if the room is occupied.
Hi @pedalparadise4096, That's an excellent idea. I'm going to do that next time! Thanks for sharing!
I use detergent sheets for travel laundry. They’re “dry” and therefore don’t count as a liquid, but also pack away small. I cut one sheet into 4 little squares. One is enough to use for a pair of socks and undies or just a t-shirt or leggings. I use 2 for a pair of pjs, or a lightweight sweater or dress.
Hi @tanyas6643 I’ve never thought of cutting the detergent sheets into smaller pieces! That's a great hack!
@ the full sheets are really sized for a small load (maybe a few days worth) in a washer.
@@tanyas6643 Thanks for the info. I'll be sure to give them a try.
Have same collapsible kettle. But I found the silicone cups get too hot. I pack a thermal coffee mug. Laundry I bring an inch square of bar laundry soap.
Hi @jant4741! What kind of laundry bar do you use? I have not found one I really like yet. As for the cup, of course a mug is better, but we don't always have the room.
fels naphtha, for under wear & spot washing. I travel very light- carry on.
@@jant4741 Thank you so much. I have never used it, but I will give it a try!
Just wow! I haven’t even thought about most of these. This will be very useful when we do our trip to Europe next year. I would carry washer, softener and dryer sheets rather than liquid or powder, take up no room whatsoever
Hi @selinasnowdon2834 ! You know I never considered them before, since I have always been able to find laundry supplies anywhere I went, but I think I will next time, since it's a good fail-safe. Thanks so much for watching!!
I’ve slept in too many hotel rooms (and friends/family guest rooms) that have inadequate curtains and/or blinking lights, so I bring my sleep mask. Also, that valet tray that you have is also great for playing games with dice - even at home! It keeps the dice from rolling off the side of your table.
Hi @auntlynnie Those are both great ideas... I love the dice one. We love to play games! Thanks for the suggestions!!
Carrying tape w/you on an old CC or store card is genius. Thanks!
Hi @itllbesuzanarchy ! Thanks! Glad you found something useful in the vid!
Great tips. I am a fanatic about sanitizing. I do the things you did but also sanitize all the drawer pull handles, microwave and fridge handle. The sink counter and faucet knobs, toilet seat,lid,flusher and the top of tank in case I need to sit any towels or something when showering. Also wipe the bottom of tub. Don’t want any athletes foot. I have a zippered case for my toothbrush that has a loop on it. I bring a suction cup and attach to the mirror with toothbrush, toothpaste,floss and mouthwash tabs.
HI @cathylingo9521, now I will add all those items to my list of wipe-downs!!! Sheer Genious about what you do with your toothbrush and other dental needs with the suction cup. I'll be adding that to my list! Thank you!
Forgot to say thank you
@selinasnowdon2834 ❤❤
Omg, I live on Long Island and have been to Oheka Castle a few times. I got to see it before its extensive renovations. Got to see some of those rooms in its original state. Trivia: Parts of the movie Citizen Kane was filmed there. The great lawn off to the side and some interior spots. Did you get to visit any other Gold Coast homes? I also love the Vanderbilt home. Others. 🤗
Hi @Beacon631 Oheka is just amazing! I've been to Sands Point Preserve which has both Hempstead House and Falaise. I've also been to the Vanderbilt Estate out in Huntington and I've stayed at The Mansion at Glen Cove, where "Sabrina" was filmed. There are so many mansions to see between Long Island, the Hudson River and Newport, RI that you could stay busy for such a long time. I didn't know that Citizen Kane was filmed at Oheka. All I can say is "Rosebud", LOL!
@ LoL, yes. It’s also fun to visit Teddy Roosevelt’s house up in the same area as the others. Make note of it for next time in case you ever get to visit Long Island again. 😁
@@Beacon631 Thanks for the advice!! I love TR and Long Island is beautiful!
Great tips. First thing I do when staying in a hotel is checking that there is no one hiding in the room. Check closets, under bed, behind shower curtain and balcony.
Hi @ja_sweet_tart4539 ! Excellent advice! Thanks for sharing!
Great idea
Awesome tips. I add my room number, hotel name address, and the country’s emergency number in my notes app. It’s easier to locate than searching through my photos. I will definitely start using your tip for the shoes pointed to stairs. Love that one . Metal utensils is not advisable, as my on my last trip to London, my backpack was pulled out by TSA agent for extra screening because I had a camping folding metal fork. My family will not let me forget it.
I’m so glad you found the video helpful! It’s always a good idea to keep emergency numbers handy. Wow, I go all the time through Heathrow and that has never happened, although they were very interested in my Miralax, LOL! Thanks for the heads up!
Great tips and hacks. Thanks for sharing. 👍🏼
HI @noemimatias3729 Glad you found it informative!
Some really great tips, Perri. Thank you
Hi @nexusSix_237! Thanks so much and thanks for watching!!
Great video, Perrie! I have been traveling for blah-blah many years, too and thought I knew all the tips, but you had some new ones that I didn't know.
Hi @sherryschumacher1881 ! I'm glad that you found some tips that you didn't think know! If you have any of your own, please share!
Oh my gosh,I love the dish soap on the disposable cloths! Will be doing that! Great video Perrie❤️‼️
HI @deborahconkle6822 ! Glad you liked that one! Anything not to have more liquids!
Great tips! Thank you!!
Hi @KristaDoesLife Glad you found tips that are helpful to you!!
Thinking I mastered tricks of travel and organising , then came Perrie.
Thank you for your genius thoughts
Hi @marwabarrada6108 Thank you so much for your kind words! Glad I could help!
Great tips Perrie!
Hi@avocado3748 Thanks!!
I would be nervous about sealing the door incase of an emergency fire fighters could not break in. 🤷🏻♀️
Hi @vickietobias7941, that device comes off very easily, but that is why I showed another choice of the door wedge with the alarm. I believe people should have choices.
as always, you are the best.
@SbMathis-c4y You're too kind! Thanks for watching!
@ - As a solo traveler, many of your suggestions are my solution too.
@@SbMathis-c4y I've done solo travel, and it makes you a bit uneasy, so I am glad you are taking the same precautions I do.If you have any more to share, please do!
Hi Perrie!!🎉
Hi @SimplyKatieWalks !! Hi back at ya! Hope things are going well with the hubby!
@PerriesPassport he's doing ok. Another infusion on Monday. Im very hopeful. Thank you for asking!
I have yet to go to a European country that has ice readily available. Apparently they enjoy room temperature beverages. 😅
Hi @michellestaneart6570 ! LOL true for most of Europe, but they are adapting as of late.You can even buy ice now! When my kids were younger, I used to carry these very thin ice packs, and most hotels were kind enough to put them in the freezer for me, but that is when we used to check luggage.
I'm always concerned with the door security stuff... what if police, fire or em's need to get in?
HI @carolynknierim6848, and that is a very fair question. What I would say, is if you are uncomfortable use the metal latch, at least the wedge door alarm. The worst that will happen is that you might annoy a nearby room.
sink plug link please thanks
HI @normaskroch I had to hunt it down since originally I bought it at BBB, but I checked and it's an OXO. Amazon has it here: amzn.to/40NCVqf
OMG you put the clean towel on the floor, placed the clean and wet shirt on the towel, then rolled the part of the towel touching the bathroom floor onto the newly contaminated shirt! Ew ew ew ew!!!!
HI @colleenmarin8907 So what I do is wipe down the floor with my Clorox wipes before I do that, just FYI. I should have said that in the video. Good catch though!
Fabulous video as always! My husband and I are traveling to Australia next spring and I made notes to remember your tips. 😊
Hi @melanies.6139 ! I'm so glad that you found good info from the video! Makes my day!
Looking for the links to all your products you have suggested.
Hi @@lynnsalvadia9476 You can find them in the description box below the video. Hit the "more" button and you'll see it all.