A bed bug infestation can be a huge problem for any person.  The simple fact is that it does not matter where you live, or how much money you make, bed bugs go where people go.  Some people think that bed bugs are just a problem for New Yorkers, but recent surveys have shown that bed bugs are now in all 50 states.  As such, nobody is immune to the bite of these nocturnal nibblers.

When traveling, you must be very careful about picking up bed bugs and bringing them home with you.  Five star hotels and flea bag motels, and everything in between are all hot spots for bed bug activity because of the constant turn-around of guests.  You should always be diligent and look for bed bugs once you check into any hotel or motel. 

Bed bugs can be found around the seams of the mattresses, in dressers, behind mirrors or picture frames, in night stands, under or in box springs, around or behind baseboards, in electrical outlets, and even in telephones, televisions, and alarm clocks.  Because humans are only 30% accurate at identifying and locating bed bug infestations, it is wise to take other precautions when you are traveling.

Hefty has invented a great product to help protect your belongings while you travel.  The Hefty Sealed Big Bags are 24 x 32 inches and are perfect for use in hotel or motel rooms.  These giant bags allow you to safely store all of your belongings in strong plastic bags.  With Hefty’s patented one zip feature, you can easily zip your personal items inside the bag so that bed bugs cannot climb inside.  Use these fantastic bags and you will never need to touch the inside of the dresser or floor again; thereby eliminating the risk of bringing bed bugs home with you.  These huge zippered bags also work great when you have an infestation and are in the tedious clean up process.

You will find that it may take a little bit of effort to safeguard yourself against bed bugs while you travel.  The end result of not bringing blood sucking bed bugs home with you is definitely worth the extra time spent as it will save you money and the mental anguish of having a bed bug infestation.