{"id":438,"date":"2011-02-02T03:28:52","date_gmt":"2011-02-02T08:28:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.allisonpest.com\/blog\/?p=438"},"modified":"2011-02-02T03:28:52","modified_gmt":"2011-02-02T08:28:52","slug":"bed-bugs-on-cruise-ships-yes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.allisonpest.com\/blog\/2011\/02\/02\/bed-bugs-on-cruise-ships-yes\/","title":{"rendered":"Bed Bugs On Cruise Ships? Yes!"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"<\/a>Many people are escaping the cold snowy winter weather that has hit the east coast and are venturing to warmer destinations for a little rest and relaxation.\u00a0 A friend of mine recently returned from a nice cruise to the Caribbean.\u00a0 Known among my friends as the \u201cbed bug guru\u201d, my friend contacted me to find out information about the strange looking bite marks that she received on her week-long dream vacation.\u00a0 Her first question was\u2026\u201dCan bed bugs infest a cruise ship?\u201d\u00a0\u00a0 She was disappointed to hear that yes indeed, like hotels and motels, bed bug infestations<\/a> can be found on cruise ships as well.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s not surprising that travelers are finding bed bug infestations<\/a> on cruise ships with the increase in bed bug infestations that are now reaching epidemic levels around the world.\u00a0 With the recent discovery by Ohio State University of how bed bugs are now more resistant to chemical treatments, it stands to reason that the rise in bed bug infestations will likely become worse until new pesticides are released to eradicate the little vampires.<\/p>\n

When traveling on a cruise ship, passengers should inquire at the time of booking, what a cruise ships policy is in regards to a bed bug infestation.\u00a0 Cruising passengers can also check CruiseBruise<\/a> for a listing of cruise ships that have reported bed bug infestations.<\/p>\n

Like with hotel visits, travelers should carefully inspect their cruise ship rooms before unpacking their belongings in order to avoid encountering bed bugs<\/a>.\u00a0 If bed bugs are found, or evidence of bed bugs, you should notify your cabin steward immediately.\u00a0 Unlike when traveling to a hotel, on a cruise ship it may be difficult to be moved to another cabin if you find bed bugs, especially if the ship is operating at full capacity.\u00a0 This is why it is important to know what protocol the cruise line follows prior to booking your trip.<\/p>\n

If you have taken a trip and want to make certain to not create a New Jersey bed bug infestation<\/a> in your home, you should treat your luggage and belongings as if you have encountered bed bugs when you traveled.\u00a0 Taking a few simple steps upon your arrival home can help avoid a NJ bed bug infestation<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Empty your luggage outside your home.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Wash and dry all clothing in hot water\/dry heat.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Vacuum suitcases well, especially the seams where bed bugs congregate and tend to lay their eggs.<\/p>\n

\u2022\u00a0Throw vacuum cleaner bag in trash can outside.<\/p>\n

If you find that you have inadvertently brought home bed bugs from a cruise ship or hotel, it\u2019s important to contact a NJ pest control expert<\/a> to eradicate the bugs at first sign of their presence.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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