Watch Some TV

When traveling to a foreign country, you may feel you have a lot to catch up to do, as you have to watch television in a foreign language. Learning a foreign language during your vacation can turn out to be a tad bit tedious. It will also eat away your precious vacation time.

But you can make it easy now with on-demand videos that you can hook up to your laptop. So, to stay connected, you can bring the HDMI cable. You can also watch your streaming shows too via that cable.

 Maintain a Comfortable Level of Humidity

Sometimes humidity can turn out to be an irritating thing; too much moisture in the air can turn out to be highly uncomfortable. Still, when you are most of the time sitting in a temperature-controlled atmosphere, the lack of humidity can then prove to be irksome.

Well, in such a case, it may dry up your skin a bit too much. However, there is a hack that can help you with that. Just take the suitcase rack and wrap it with a wet towel. Place the rack just before a radiator; maintain a fair amount of humidity.

 Block The Curtain Gaps

Sometimes when you live in a hotel in the middle of the city, the blazing lights outside can make it hard to fall asleep. But don't worry if you feel comfortable sleeping only in a darkened room, then block the gaps of the curtain. Just get the hangers from the closet and use the clips to clip the curtains together.

There you go; you have the perfect hack to bring the curtains together, block the lights and sleep like a log. It's the holidays, after all, and you need to sleep well.

 Fresh As Daisies

There are times that you may find enticing fragrances coming out of your hotel room. But not always; some hotel rooms may make you feel like leaving the room immediately. Don't worry; you don't need to do something as drastic as that; you can just carry fresheners.

Use the car freshener and spray it on the air conditioning vent. When you go out, spray some, and when you return, your home will smell as fragrant as a bunch of fresh flowers.

 Making A Phone Pocket

You may stay in hotels that have no nightstands. It can get a little tedious to keep everything on the floor. Well, you don't need to keep things on the floor. You can keep your phone in the fold of sheets; just make a pocket out of the sheets.

This can work only in hotels unless, of course, even if you are not an expert in folding the sheets, you can quickly master this hack. It's an easy trick where you can keep all things that you may need at all times. A makeshift nightstand then can work very well.

 Access to Secret Deals

You may want to get the best discounts from travel sites when planning a holiday. But if you are still looking to get a better deal, you can get a great deal from the hotel itself.

You may only get to know about the hotel deals if you connect with the hotels before booking; that's the secret path to getting some of the best deals. Just scrolling randomly may not prove to be as effective. Try it the next time you plan a holiday for your family.

 Secret Charger Hack

Packing for your vacation is never easy; despite your best efforts, you may leave behind some important thing or the other. One of your worst nightmares is leaving your chargers behind. Yes, we know you have gone through this predicament at least some time in your life.

Instead of pressing the panic button, call the front desk; you'll be surprised to know that they have many things at their disposal that may cater to your needs, such as a charger. Ask the front desk whether they have a charger for your particular phone model; the answer could be yes!

 Create Your Cooler

A hotel room with a fancy fridge where you can stock exotic foods seems to be the dream of most people. But not all hotel rooms boast of a fancy fridge. That doesn't mean you will have to stick to drinking warm beverages only.

The next best option is creating your cooler. Just fill your bathroom sink with lots of ice, and you will be able to cool all your stuff instantly. Once you are done, the water will invariably melt away, and you won't have to spend time disposing of the ice.

 Order Food From Delivery Apps

Somehow being on vacation means feeling hungry all the time. So even after a seven-course meal at the fancy restaurant downstairs, you may still start feeling hungry after a while.

No problem, just order from a food delivery app pr call a  nearby restaurant to order your favorite food! Yes, we know you may want to go to the restaurant to enjoy a fine dining experience, but you may be too tired, so all you may need to do is order, relax back on the soft couch, watch a movie and wait for the doorbell to ring for your food to arrive.

 Cool It Down with a Towel Hack

While traveling, you may expect most hotels to have proper air-conditioning. At least modern hotels have that. But if you are traveling to a few interior places in Europe, where the buildings are ancient, they may not have any air conditioning.

Don't worry. With the breeze coming in, it will blow cold air towards you and suddenly feel much more relaxed. You can use a makeshift air cooler; just use a wet towel and place it near the window. It's an easy and time-tested hack!

 Spread The Butter

Butters the hotel provides seem way too hard, so much so that even warm toasts find it tough to melt the butter and cannot spread quickly. Don't worry. There is an easy hack that you can try that will help soften your butter and help you enjoy your toast too.

When toasting your bread, lay the butter packs on top of the toaster, and voila! You'll have softened butter to spread on your crispy toasted bread! You won't have to wait long to devour your favorite bread.

 Enjoy Your Music Without Your Speaker

The one thing that most of us miss on holidays is loud music. You cannot carry your speaker since you are strapped for space.

You can enjoy your music with excellent sound and don't have to carry your heavy-duty speaker. Just play your favorite song on your phone and place it gingerly in the mug, and you'll be surprised at the sound of the music. It can give a quality speaker a run for its booming sound quality.

 Prepare High-Quality Foods

There is no greater pleasure than ordering room service while you sit back and enjoy all the food that comes to your room. You can just use your coffee maker and quickly cook an important meal. But it can turn out to be exceptionally costly.

With the appliances provided in the hotel, there are a variety of dishes you can cook with great ease. Just boil some water in your coffee maker and make a cup of instant noodles. An effortless and doable thing that can give you a nice hot meal in an instant.

 Extra Key Card When You Check In

Most hotels today provide a key card you can insert near the door to keep the power on. You have to turn everything on once you enter the room and turn it off when you leave the room. However, you can use the key card to stay plugged in.

Get an extra key card when you sign in at the front desk. This way, you won't have to wait long for the AC to start; just throw the card in the slot, and you are done! Soon, the air conditioner will whir back to life and keep you cool in no time.

 Free Stuff for Usage

Most of us are guilty of packing too many things for our trips, almost as if we must carry our world. But we often don't give enough credit to the hotel we stay in.

The hotels have a sea of things about which we have no idea. The hotels have everything right, from toiletry to hair straighteners to gaming consoles. Yes, the hotel front desk is a veritable treasure trove that may provide you with countless things that may come to your aid in times of need.

 Use Your Shower Caps in Multiple Ways

One thing is that most hotels may have enough of our shower caps. But did you know that they can do more than keep your hair dry when you take a bath?

If you forget to bring enough plastic bags to pack things, the extra shower caps you may get at the hotel may come in handy. From packing in your dirty shoes to covering the TV remote (if you feel that the remote is not well-disinfected), the shower caps can come in useful every step.

 Makeshift Table

Are you looking for a lovely makeshift table for your kids to dine in without messing? Don't look any further than the ironing board. Set it up before bed, cover it up with a cloth, and there you have the perfect table for your kids to eat before you head out for sightseeing.

They work so well, and what's more, your kids have a gala time eating in this new and novel way. Kids are all for these intelligent and creative hacks and love to join in.

 Get An Upgrade

Most travelers look for an upgrade at the hotel they visit, but it is easier said than done. However, there is one hack that always works if you are willing to give it a try. It may not be one of the most popular approaches, but it works because it is fail-safe.

When you check into a hotel, they always ask for a form of identification. You may get an upgrade if you slide in a $20 bill along with the identification form. If it does not work, they will just return the money, so you have nothing to lose and everything to gain, such as an upgrade.

Complimentary Gifts For Special Occasions

There are countless reasons for people to travel=. However, one of the most popular ones is celebrating a special occasion. If you are celebrating an anniversary or the joyous occasion of a birthday party, just let the hotel know of the event, and they will give you an upgrade. If you are on a honeymoon, they may provide a considerable discount.

Not only that, they may go the extra way to make the occasion even more happening by including various complimentary services. From giving you a cake to decorating a space for you to celebrate in, there are just so many things the staff at the hotel can do.

 Paper Cup Toothbrush Holder

Most hotels don't provide a specially customized cup for you to keep your toothbrush. Although most hotel rooms are cleaned well before you check in, holding a toothbrush on the surface may scare you into thinking of the festering bacteria on surfaces.

Quit worrying and take a paper cup while you dig a small hole neatly, just enough to slide in the toothbrush. Your toothbrush will be safe from bacteria and safe enough to find its way into the mouth. You don't want to fall sick while traveling, do you?

 Don't Be Afraid to Complain.

There may be plenty of niggling issues at the hotel that may frustrate you, from not getting hot water in time to the hotel not giving you the wake-up call you told them to share.

Don't hold it all in; instead, in a calm non-complaining way, list out all that you thought wasn't up to the mark. If you do it respectfully, there won't be any bad blood between you and the hotel staff, and they may give you a discount for your benefit the next time you stay in the same hotel.

 Ask For Better Rooms

Don't be afraid to ask the hotel staff to show you new rooms, especially if you don't like the one allotted. If bribing the front desk manager seems obnoxious to you (to get an upgrade), just do the next best thing and ask them to show you other rooms.

Most hotel rooms try to allot the worst rooms at first as it makes more sense. Ask for a room overlooking a beach or with a better view instead of getting a room that overlooks a dumpster. You'll never know if you don't ask.

 Fuss Free Shaving

Looking at a misty mirror while shaving in the morning can be a bit of a bummer. You may have to wait patiently for the fog to clear up. Instead of repeatedly wiping off the mirror, try using a towel. And just rub the section of the mirror with a soap bar. Then buff the mirror with the help of a dry washcloth. The soap will ensure that the condensation does not accumulate on the mirror's surface.

You don't need to do it every day. Just every few days is excellent.

 Conditioner Uses Not Just For Hair

The hotel shampoos and conditioners are always the best. Don't you feel your hair looks oh-so-good, soft, silky, and voluminous when you are at a hotel?

But a hair conditioner has numerous advantages besides making your hair feel soft and look great. You can use it as a shaving cream, remove your makeup, and use it as a cuticle cream. You can use it to wash delicate clothing and make your leather accessories super shiny. That's one product with countless uses.

 The Perks of Do Not Disturb Sign

What if you don't like the hotel you stay in? What if it seems too shady or seedy, or you are tired of arguing with the hotel staff. If you are scared you'll be robbed, you can just hang the do not disturb sign outside.

This way, you don't have to worry about the cleaners or others sneaking in to take away your valuables. The sign also means that you are still inside the room, and no one will get inside to steal or do anything. It's a clever hack that always works.

 Check Out Competition

There are other ways to check out of a hotel that you do not like. Call the other hotels and ask them if they have better prices than the ones you are currently staying in.

This way, it may prove expensive if you book a room with a refundable amount. In the worst-case scenario, you can always cancel before checking in and getting your money back. If no one offers you a better quote, just return and take the hotel with a non-refundable selection.

 Cover the Remote With a Shower Cap

Do you have a phobia of germs? Thinking of sleeping on the same bed that countless others have slept on or using the shower others have used can worry you to death. Then that phobia may chase you wherever you go.

Cleaning up everything doesn't seem feasible, but you can do something simple to protect your remote. Cover it with a plastic bag, or use the shower cap lying underutilized in your bathroom. Just wrap it up with the shower cap, and there you have an almost 'untouched' remote.

 Ramen For a Feast

What if you hate the food available at the hotel buffet or you don't have a good restaurant near the area where you are staying. Simple! Just pick up some good old ramen noodles from a nearby store.

You can always use the coffee machine in your room to cook noodles. Just add some water to the noodles and allow it to sit for a few minutes, and there you have made food for your tummy and your soul! Whatever may be the problem, nothing that a bowl of hot ramen noodles can't solve.

In Case You Are Forgetful

Vacationing is fun. The idea is to relax and let go of all such worries and tensions - but there are times when you forget other essentials too, for example, the keys, ID cards or even your phone! But chances are high that your mind won't remain sharp or agile.

To ensure that you don't leave the room without these essential items or maybe your charger too, loop your charger via the keychain. This is an awesome foolproof hack that you should resort to, whether you're forgetful or not.

Effective Door Holding

It's evident that when you first check inside the hotel - it takes some time to get organized. And this works truly when you or your family happens to be over-packers! If you feel guilty about the same, here's an excellent idea.

At the time lugging everything up the elevator or when walking down the lobby, the hall, or inside the room, get a personal assistant. If not literally, just hook a hang around the door and see how it stays open for you, but this is only when the closet is right at the back of the door.

Breakfast Juice Cups

Strange as it may sound, the hotel buffet usually has smaller cups beside the juice machine than the coffee one. This might be difficult for those habituated to washing down their breakfast meals with juices.

Now you need not go for multiple refills! Take one of those large coffee cups, and pour the juice as much as you want. Few places also have lids with the cups, so you can sip while on the go. This works great for those who can't stay away from their daily dose of drink in the morning.

Fitting In The Kids

Sometimes traveling with kids can be a pleasure cum painstaking experience! But having too many people cramped inside one hotel room can be a nightmare. You can split the kids in different places, but much of the precious space can be taken even when you add the extra cot.

Your travel plans are now sorted. Get those extra pillows to provide two separate sleeping spaces on one massive bed for a better idea. Then you can try dividing the kids and also allow them to enjoy their own space.

Ironing With Steam

Most hotels almost always offer irons in the room. Or they do so via the front desks. However, there are a few others who don't have this option. As a result, guests usually pay more hefty sums of money to make their clothes look better.

But here's another trick. Just don't focus on ironing the clothes. You can accomplish two jobs at one go by simply hanging the garments in the bathroom while you take a shower. The steam generated from the shower will release all the winkles built up on the clothes.

TV The Savior

If you're someone who travels to other countries frequently, one of the most challenging things you should remember while returning to your homeland is that you might not use the same type of outlet. In that case, you need to get hold of a converter.

Nowadays, modern TVs are placed everywhere in hotels, and surprise guests make use of them to their most total capacities. But there are a few workarounds. One of the best things you can do is plug the phone charger inside the USB port attached to the back of the TV.

A Piece of Plastic And Some Coins

When traveling with kids, you may have to do your laundry on vacation because most laundry hotel services are costly.

If you are washing clothes in the hotel room, use the sink in your bathroom to wash your clothes. Just plug the sink outlet with a piece of plastic and a few coins, and make washing clothes easy. Once you are done, just drain off the excess soapy water. There you go; your laundry woes are gone over. Try it the next time you go on tours.

 Block Out The Noise

Sometimes living in a hotel room may turn out to be very noisy. Yes, the noise from the other room may disrupt your peace of mind. It significantly can affect your sleep. You can't change the room just because your next-door neighbor sings loudly or makes a lot of noise.

The best makeshift noise blocker you can find is to get an extra towel and roll it up to block the door's crack. You'll be surprised to see how you can stop the noise entirely and enjoy a peaceful time in your room.

Diaper Tables

Parents are wise when they change any surface on earth into a diaper-changing zone! But believe it or not, few covers work better than others. You need not crouch down onto the floor and wrestle with your super naughty kiddo!

Find a proper level by using the desk in the hotel room. Now change diapers for your kid easily. The surface is akin to any hanging table, where you don't run the risk of getting dirty and messy. This work is a tough one. So make use of this trick to save your time.

Use The Fitness Center

Carrying extra bottles of water while traveling can make you extra stressed. The good thing you can do for yourself is to get a water bottle. The bottle should be empty. After all, you need to fill that. And then, if you have a carry-on bag, it can be particularly distressing.

Of course, you won't stay stuck drinking water from the sink! Your hotel should have a fitness center, so you'll likely get a water cooler. Remember to keep yourself hydrated by resorting to that while you enjoy your stay.