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Staying in a hotel may seem like a routine and straightforward affair to most travelers, but Tracy Walder, a former CIA and FBI agent, reveals that there are hidden dangers that many are unaware of. In a video that went viral on Tiktok this week, Walder shared his knowledge based on his experience in US intelligence agencies and gave tips on how to choose the ideal location in the hotel and how to ensure security during your stay.
With more than 524,000 views to date, Walder, who worked in the US intelligence community between 2000 and 2005, advises travelers to opt for rooms between the third and sixth floors and provides a compelling explanation for this choice.
“The reason I say third to sixth is because it is difficult for someone to climb up. At the same time, it is largely easily accessible in an emergency, such as a fire,” she explains. The former agent also points out that staying on the ground floor is less safe and advises guests to request a room change if they are assigned to that area.
For solo travelers, as is often the case on business trips, Tracy Walder adds three more rules: lock the security lock immediately when you enter the room, keep it locked when you are in the room, and use rubber stoppers underneath the door.
These parts serve as an additional layer of security in the event of a door lock failure or stolen keys. These door frames make it “harder for thieves or strangers to get into your room,” the former agent points out.