Comments on: 6 Tips for Sleeping Well in a Foreign Place

By: Fresh From Twitter

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By: Bruce

Bruce — Thu, 26 May 2011 16:27:40 +0000

I’d also recommend a sleep mask. They take up almost no space.
I take earplugs one step further and travel with a white noise machine; there are now even websites dedicated to the production of white noise if you have your own room with internet.

By: FD

FD — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 05:14:27 +0000

Earplugs are a must.
First you can use them in the plane to block the air noise and sleep better, because ambient noise really tires you.
Then when we come to the hotel it will help too.
In the hotel, request a room far from the street. Although right here in South Beach Miami a room back from the street will often be next to the trash. So then early in the morning you are waken up by the very noisy trucks. But in third world countries it works.
And then a sented candle to get rid of unfamiliar odors and smells.
Have a great trip all.
FD

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By: Amanda

Amanda — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 05:33:14 +0000

Thanks Tony. You know, some people told me they were skeptical about the lavender thing … but you just have to try it to know. It definitely works for me =) Let us know how it goes!

By: Tony P

Tony P — Fri, 14 Mar 2008 21:43:16 +0000

Great tips, Amanda! I am always about getting excellent rest on my trips. I’ll have to try the lavender thing here at home too=)

By: Amanda

Amanda — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 08:19:12 +0000

ivervi, glad you liked it. Hope the pillow thing works out!

Nathan, good point. Cheap, small, light, ear plugs are the perfect traveling companion.

By: Nathan S

Nathan S — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 19:03:06 +0000

One other thing… Bring earplugs! There are all sorts of random and strange noises to wake you up in a foreign place. Whether from the street or from fellow hostel-mates getting home late, a cheap set of foam ear plugs to sleep with can make a huge difference.

By: iverevi

iverevi — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 15:25:31 +0000

Great article! I have this problem when traveling… I usually have a problem with pillows. Why it never occurred to me to simply bring my own is beyond me. I like to pack light, but I would prefer to sleep well!

I also really like the lavender tip. Thanks for sharing.