Why Experienced Travelers Roll a Water Bottle Under the Hotel Bed Before Sleeping

flashlight, or ask hotel staff for assistance.

It Can Also Help You See Difficult Areas

Hotel rooms can have surprisingly dark spaces.

Even with the lights on, the area underneath a bed may remain difficult to inspect. A bottle moving underneath can help reveal whether the floor is clear.

For an even better inspection, your phone’s flashlight is more useful than the bottle itself.

Simply crouch down near the side of the bed and illuminate the area before placing your belongings nearby.

Is This Really Something “Experienced Travelers” Do?

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