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Caitlin Elliott

32 things you should clean next time you travel

Woman in airport with suitcase.

If you’re jetting off to a sun-soaked location this summer or preparing to escape for a wholesome staycation, there’s probably a lot more than just the contents of your suitcase that need to be washed or cleaned once you return home or step off that plane. 

Your essential belongings can easily and quickly become home to viruses and plenty of bacteria, with everything from your water bottle to your laptop keyboard likely to be harbouring a whole host of germs after a trip away. And don’t forget about the grubby things you encounter on your travels, like that sticky plane tray table. 

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