Backpackers worried about bed bugs in hostel bunks or hotel rooms have the option of buying
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Bugeurope.com reports that bed bugs don't necessarily mean that a bedroom or bunk is poor quality and that the bugs themselves don't spread any kind of disease.
Some bugs are drawn to high levels of cleanliness, meaning that even the best hotels can potentially harbour a bug problem.
As a result of this, the best course of action on the part of hostel managers and hoteliers is to simply sort out the problem quickly if it comes up.
Bugs are also normally quite easy to see as they measure 5mm and there are several things travellers can do if they think they've come across some.
After telling the nearest hostel manager a clothes wash on a high temperature followed by a long tumble-dry should kill off any lingering bugs. A hot shower and a clean-out of backpacks should also help.
Backpacker travel insurance is an option that could help in the unlikely event of an allergic reaction.
Bed bugs are found around the world in temperate climates.
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