Now, whenever I check into a hotel, I think back to that first week on the job. I open the door, set my bag down, and almost instinctively glance toward the bathroom.
The shiny porcelain of the bathtub doesn’t look like much — but I know better now. It’s more than a place to shower. It’s a tiny fortress against the hidden surprises that sometimes come with travel.
It might seem odd to some, but for me, it’s a reminder: the smallest precautions can sometimes save you from the biggest inconveniences.
Because every experienced traveler knows — the best lessons are the ones that quietly keep you safe.
