{"id":795,"date":"2020-08-12T07:03:20","date_gmt":"2020-08-12T07:03:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/?p=795"},"modified":"2020-08-12T07:48:14","modified_gmt":"2020-08-12T07:48:14","slug":"10-important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/10-important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Important Tips to Stay Safe in a Hotel"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>As we are approaching towards unlock phases now, businesses are beginning to reopen and many of us are tempted to go on vacations and work trips. Since the\u00a0COVID-19\u00a0pandemic seems to not end in the near future, we all have to adapt to the new normal. We cannot down the risk to zero, but at least do every little thing to minimize it. So, if you too have decided to take an escape and stay at a hotel, make sure you follow all safety precautions. For convenience, we have listed down 10 safety tips for your trip. Keep reading\u2026<\/p><div class=\"uxrja64d71f5d9e28e\" ><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8209967072221559\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"2673331731\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 1201px) {\r\n.uxrja64d71f5d9e28e {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 993px) and (max-width: 1200px) {\r\n.uxrja64d71f5d9e28e {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 769px) and (max-width: 992px) {\r\n.uxrja64d71f5d9e28e {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 768px) {\r\n.uxrja64d71f5d9e28e {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\r\n.uxrja64d71f5d9e28e {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Go_for_a_Safe_Destination\"><\/span>1. Go for a Safe Destination<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_53 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-64d71f5da1df1\"><span class=\"\"><span style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-64d71f5da1df1\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/10-important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel\/#1_Go_for_a_Safe_Destination\" title=\"1. Go for a Safe Destination\">1. Go for a Safe Destination<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/10-important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel\/#2_Research_about_the_Hotel%E2%80%99s_Safety_Measures\" title=\"2. Research about the Hotel\u2019s Safety Measures\">2. Research about the Hotel\u2019s Safety Measures<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/10-important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel\/#3_Check_the_Hotel%E2%80%99s_Plans_for_Guests_Who_Fall_ill_During_the_Stay\" title=\"3. Check the Hotel\u2019s Plans for Guests Who Fall ill During the Stay\">3. Check the Hotel\u2019s Plans for Guests Who Fall ill During the Stay<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/10-important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel\/#4_Maintain_Social_Distancing_and_Wear_a_Mask_at_all_Times\" title=\"4. Maintain Social Distancing and Wear a Mask at all Times\">4. Maintain Social Distancing and Wear a Mask at all Times<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/10-important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel\/#5_Check-in_in_a_Room_that_has_been_Vacant_for_a_Few_Days\" title=\"5. Check-in in a Room that has been Vacant for a Few Days\">5. Check-in in a Room that has been Vacant for a Few Days<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/10-important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel\/#6_Sanitize_Your_Room_Yourself\" title=\"6. Sanitize Your Room Yourself\">6. Sanitize Your Room Yourself<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/10-important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel\/#7_Keep_the_Room_Windows_Open_for_Ventilation\" title=\"7. Keep the Room Windows Open for Ventilation\">7. Keep the Room Windows Open for Ventilation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/10-important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel\/#8_Decline_Housekeeping_in_Your_Room_to_Minimise_Contact\" title=\"8. Decline Housekeeping in Your Room to Minimise Contact\">8. Decline Housekeeping in Your Room to Minimise Contact<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/10-important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel\/#9_Opt_for_in-Room_Dining\" title=\"9. Opt for in-Room Dining\">9. Opt for in-Room Dining<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/10-important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel\/#10_Avoid_Common_Hotel_Facilities\" title=\"10. Avoid Common Hotel Facilities\">10. Avoid Common Hotel Facilities<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>The foremost tip for safe travel is choosing your destination wisely and avoiding any place which has a higher number of cases. Though there is no guarantee as in a hotel people come from different corners of the country but taking an informed decision is always better.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Research_about_the_Hotel%E2%80%99s_Safety_Measures\"><\/span>2. Research about the Hotel\u2019s Safety Measures<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>It is suggested that before you make a hotel reservation, do check the safety measures they are taking to protect guests. Whether the staff is adhering to WHO recommendations like wearing masks and providing hand sanitisers in common areas. Floor marking, signs educating guests about COVID-19, frequent disinfection of public areas and contactless check-in\/checkout are other important measures that hotels should follow. If the hotel is transparent about its policies and has communicated the same on its website, it is certainly a good sign. In case, you still have doubts, call up the hotel and ask directly.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Check_the_Hotel%E2%80%99s_Plans_for_Guests_Who_Fall_ill_During_the_Stay\"><\/span>3. Check the Hotel\u2019s Plans for Guests Who Fall ill During the Stay<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>God forbid, but in case you\u2019re suddenly not feeling well after check-in, does the hotel have any protocol for you? Do they have a doctor-on-call facility or can take you to the nearest medical facility? If yes, then the hotel brand is certainly trustworthy.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Maintain_Social_Distancing_and_Wear_a_Mask_at_all_Times\"><\/span>4. Maintain Social Distancing and Wear a Mask at all Times<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Make sure you adhere to all COVID-19 safety protocols suggested by the WHO including wearing a mask, avoid touching surfaces, washing hands regularly and maintaining at least six feet distance. Remember we are still in the midst of a pandemic for which there is no vaccination.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Check-in_in_a_Room_that_has_been_Vacant_for_a_Few_Days\"><\/span>5. Check-in in a Room that has been Vacant for a Few Days<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>According to WHO warnings, coronavirus can live for up to 72 hours on different surfaces, including metal and plastic. This means that there is a substantially higher risk if you take a room that the previous guest left right before you. To be safe than sorry, ask for a room that has not been occupied for three days.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Sanitize_Your_Room_Yourself\"><\/span>6. Sanitize Your Room Yourself<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Although hotels should properly sanitise rooms between guests, to double down will only add to your safety. So go for a quick clean yourself, especially on high-touch points like door handles, TV and AC remotes, light switches and any flat surfaces like work desks or side tables. For an added layer of protection, bring your own linens and towels.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Keep_the_Room_Windows_Open_for_Ventilation\"><\/span>7. Keep the Room Windows Open for Ventilation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>In a recent acknowledgment, WHO noted the indoor airborne spread of the virus as possible. The UN agency said, there is a possibility that coronavirus might spread in the air in inadequately ventilated spaces over a prolonged period of time with infected persons. Guests are advised to look for a properly ventilated room and keep the windows open to let fresh air in as the risk of airborne transmission is higher in indoor spaces.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Decline_Housekeeping_in_Your_Room_to_Minimise_Contact\"><\/span>8. Decline Housekeeping in Your Room to Minimise Contact<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Without a doubt, the housekeeping staff must be taking all precautions but there\u2019s always a slight risk that improper mask usage brings. Well, there\u2019s no harm in being extra cautious so, skip out on housekeeping altogether. You can always ask for whatever you need to be kept outside your door.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Opt_for_in-Room_Dining\"><\/span>9. Opt for in-Room Dining<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Dining within your room has a dual advantage. Firstly, it\u2019s more comfortable and relaxing. Secondly, it will limit your contact with others since you can\u2019t eat or drink with a mask on. For added safety, you can always request for contactless delivery.<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Avoid_Common_Hotel_Facilities\"><\/span>10. Avoid Common Hotel Facilities<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Although the hotel might have opened all its facilities, it is advisable not to use them. Shared hotel amenities like gym and spa can cause some serious problems as the use of masks may be quite challenging at such places. And even if you do and others don\u2019t while exercising, their respiratory secretions can go over greater distances. In the case of a spa, the risk may be slightly lower, but since it involves physical interaction, we recommend avoiding it.<\/p><div class=\"qghge64d71f5d9e2c8\" ><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-8209967072221559\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"2673331731\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 1201px) {\r\n.qghge64d71f5d9e2c8 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 993px) and (max-width: 1200px) {\r\n.qghge64d71f5d9e2c8 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 769px) and (max-width: 992px) {\r\n.qghge64d71f5d9e2c8 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 768px) {\r\n.qghge64d71f5d9e2c8 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n@media screen and (max-width: 767px) {\r\n.qghge64d71f5d9e2c8 {\r\ndisplay: block;\r\n}\r\n}\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n<p>Source:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.fabhotels.com\/blog\/important-tips-to-stay-safe-in-a-hotel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">\u00a0fabhotels.com<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As we are approaching towards unlock phases now, businesses are beginning to reopen and many of us are tempted to&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":5,"featured_media":796,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[7],"tags":[3448,3454,3471,3468,3478,3442,3465,3466,3455,3444,3456,3472,3445,3463,3457,3450,3446,3464,3436,3470,3432,3459,3467,3469,3451,3458,3443,3480,3434,3441,3462,3452,3460,3433,3449,3447,3438,3476,3473,3440,3474,3439,3461,3479,3453,3477,140,3475,3435,3437],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/795"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/5"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=795"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/795\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":797,"href":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/795\/revisions\/797"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/796"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=795"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=795"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.stremon.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=795"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}