Bed Bug Prevention For Travelers

Bed Bug Prevention For Travelers starts with simple preparation and mindful habits before, during and after your trip. Learn how to reduce the risk of bringing bed bugs home, inspect sleeping areas and handle luggage and clothing with care so you can focus on enjoying your travels and getting better zzz's.

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Bed bug prevention for travelers starts before you leave home. Pack clothing in sealable plastic bags or packing cubes, keep luggage off the floor and avoid overpacking so you can inspect your belongings easily. Before settling into a hotel room, place your suitcase in the bathroom or on a hard surface while you examine the mattress, box spring, headboard and nearby furniture. Look for live bed bugs, tiny dark stains, pale shed skins, rust-colored spots or small white eggs, especially along mattress seams, piping, tags and crevices. A clean-looking hotel room is not necessarily bed bug-free, so a careful hotel room inspection is one of the most effective ways to reduce your risk of bringing bed bugs home. Protect your luggage during and after your trip by keeping it closed, elevated on a luggage rack and away from beds, upholstered chairs and walls. After returning home, unpack outside or in a laundry area instead of placing suitcases on your bed, and wash and dry clothing using the hottest settings appropriate for each fabric. High heat in a dryer can help kill bed bugs and their eggs, while items that cannot be laundered may need careful inspection, heat treatment or professional advice. Vacuum luggage seams and pockets, inspect shoes and personal belongings, then store suitcases in sealed bags or containers away from bedrooms. If you notice bed bugs or signs of an infestation, avoid moving items between rooms and contact a licensed pest professional promptly.

What should travelers look for when checking a hotel room for bed bugs? + -

Before unpacking, inspect the mattress seams, box spring, headboard and upholstered furniture for small dark spots, shed skins or live bugs. Use a flashlight to check seams and crevices, and keep luggage off the bed during the inspection.

Where should I keep my luggage in a hotel room? + -

Keep luggage on a metal luggage rack away from the bed and walls. Avoid placing bags, clothing or personal items on upholstered furniture or the floor.

How can travelers organize clothing to help prevent bed bugs from coming home? + -

Pack clothing in sealed bags or packing cubes and keep worn clothing separate from clean items. When you return home, unpack in a designated area instead of placing luggage on your bed or upholstered furniture.

What should I do with my luggage after a trip? + -

Inspect luggage seams, pockets and wheels before storing it. Vacuum the interior and exterior, then keep the bag in a dry storage area away from bedrooms and upholstered furniture.

How should I handle clothing after traveling? + -

Place travel clothing in a sealed bag until it can be laundered. Follow each item's care instructions, and store clean clothing in a sealed container or drawer after washing and drying.