How can I avoid bringing bed bugs home when I travel?

To protect your home from bed bugs while traveling, follow these steps:

1. Inspect the bed, mattress and bed frame in your hotel room for signs of bed bugs, such as live insects, blood spots or eggs.
2. Unpack your luggage only after making sure the room is free of bed bugs.
3. Hang your clothes instead of storing them in drawers.
4. Check your bags before leaving the hotel to make sure they are free of bed bugs.
5. Stay at reputable hotels and read guest reviews online before booking.