contiki chosen hotels and bed bugs

1 Dec 2007 snazzymelody said

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• 1 Dec 2007 *nikki_adelaide* said

  

  i did a concept tour (mainly cabins at campsties and hostels) there were about 4 people on my tour who got bed bugs (me included)
  plus we ended up running into other groups who had been at the same campsites as us who had them too.
  
  my tour manager gave me money to wash all my clothes and sleeping bags and apparently they were going to do something about the bed bugs but in all honestly i dont think they would have because we had nurses on our tour and they said it can take days for the bites to show up so we never worked out where we go them from.

  i did a concept tour (mainly cabins at campsties and hostels) there were about 4 people on my tour who got bed bugs (me included)<BR>plus we ended up running into other groups who had been at the same campsites as us who had them too.<BR><BR>my tour manager gave me money to wash all my clothes and sleeping bags and apparently they were going to do something about the bed bugs but in all honestly i dont think they would have because we had nurses on our tour and they said it can take days for the bites to show up so we never worked out where we go them from. or Cancel
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• 2 Dec 2007 Jess&Aleks said

  

  Holy **** there is such a thing as Bed Bugs?? I thought it was just a cute rhyme my parents used to freak me out before bed! What do the bites look like, does it make you sick? …goes to Google

  Holy **** there is such a thing as Bed Bugs?? I thought it was just a cute rhyme my parents used to freak me out before bed! What do the bites look like, does it make you sick? ...*goes to Google* or Cancel
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• 2 Dec 2007 Becsta said

  

  Perhaps you would like to fill us in on some of these tricks?!?!

  Perhaps you would like to fill us in on some of these tricks?!?! or Cancel
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• 4 Dec 2007 Megan0870 said

  

  Praha,
  
  Where is this bed bug spray? I live in Perth and I am afraid of bed bugs. I think i should be ok going on a hotel tour but just incase.
  
  I’m guessing you can get that ointment at a chemist ?
  
  Megz

  Praha, <BR><BR>Where is this bed bug spray? I live in Perth and I am afraid of bed bugs. I think i should be ok going on a hotel tour but just incase. <BR><BR>I'm guessing you can get that ointment at a chemist ? <BR><BR>Megz or Cancel
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• 9 Dec 2007 cdm115 said

  

  Bed bugs can be found at any hotel, some really nice hotels in NY have gotten them. Any place that allows you to bring your own bedding/sleeping bag probably has a higher probability of getting them. If you’ve gotten them just be careful about what you bring home, they may attach to your bedding or even your clothes and luggage.
  
  They used to be very rare, until they stopped using some of the heavy duty pesticides. Now there has been a resurgence. If you think you have them in your room tell the TM so you can get a different room.

  Bed bugs can be found at any hotel, some really nice hotels in NY have gotten them. Any place that allows you to bring your own bedding/sleeping bag probably has a higher probability of getting them. If you've gotten them just be careful about what you bring home, they may attach to your bedding or even your clothes and luggage. <BR><BR>They used to be very rare, until they stopped using some of the heavy duty pesticides. Now there has been a resurgence. If you think you have them in your room tell the TM so you can get a different room. or Cancel
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• 9 Dec 2007 Curtis71 said

  

  quote:

  Originally posted by cdm115:
  Bed bugs can be found at any hotel, some really nice hotels in NY have gotten them. Any place that allows you to bring your own bedding/sleeping bag probably has a higher probability of getting them. If you’ve gotten them just be careful about what you bring home, they may attach to your bedding or even your clothes and luggage.

  
  Well said.
  
  Word to the wise: When you get home, park your suitcase next to the washing machine and load everything directly in the machine immediately! You never know what you could be bringing back, bed bugs or otherwise.
  
  If you live in an apartment or condo and get the place infested with bed bugs, your rental/condo agreement probably stipulates that you must pay for the cleaning and extermination. For a severe infestation, this can cost you thousands, or even TENS of thousands of dollars.
  
  As for my own trip, I did not observe any bed bug problems. And I did lift mattresses, bedding, etc before opening my suitcase at each hotel.

  <BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Originally posted by cdm115:<BR>Bed bugs can be found at any hotel, some really nice hotels in NY have gotten them. Any place that allows you to bring your own bedding/sleeping bag probably has a higher probability of getting them. If you've gotten them just be careful about what you bring home, they may attach to your bedding or even your clothes and luggage. </div></BLOCKQUOTE><BR>Well said.<BR><BR>Word to the wise: When you get home, park your suitcase next to the washing machine and load everything directly in the machine immediately! You never know what you could be bringing back, bed bugs or otherwise.<BR><BR>If you live in an apartment or condo and get the place infested with bed bugs, your rental/condo agreement probably stipulates that you must pay for the cleaning and extermination. For a severe infestation, this can cost you thousands, or even TENS of thousands of dollars.<BR><BR>As for my own trip, I did not observe any bed bug problems. And I did lift mattresses, bedding, etc before opening my suitcase at each hotel. or Cancel
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• 9 Dec 2007 princess19 said

  

  We had a slight case of bed bugs on our tour. Were pretty sure they came from the Hostel in Helsinki. My poor roommate had bites on her arms for the next week, but all in all we survived.
  Thankfully nothing followed fr the rest of our trip =)

  We had a slight case of bed bugs on our tour. Were pretty sure they came from the Hostel in Helsinki. My poor roommate had bites on her arms for the next week, but all in all we survived. <BR>Thankfully nothing followed fr the rest of our trip =) or Cancel
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• 7 Feb 2008 Kaz said

  

  Hello
  
  I felt compelled to reply to this thread as I got bed bugs after staying at a hostel in France- it was not organised by Contiki.
  
  It took me months to get rid of them and I tried everything, it was only by flying home that the freezing temperatures and my mum washing everything a million times that I managed to get rid of them. I nearly had to go to hospital as my body was so racked with bites.
  
  I went to Paris for a week and stayed in the one hostel, which was a recommended hostel but which clearly left a lot to be desired in regard to cleanliness. I did not realise then that I had contracted them and it was only a week back in London, with my condition worsening that I could figure out what was wrong. By that time they were in my bed and within a month the whole room was infected. Insecticide would not work and I ended up moving out and the landlord had the place fumigated.
  
  It was a horrible, traumatising experience that can occur in hostels, or 5 star hotels. There are ways that you can check for them. When getting a new room- DO NOT PUT UR BAG ON THE BED- they would then be transferred on to your bag. Pull back the covers of the bed and look closely at the sheets, if there are clumps of tiny stains (3 or 4) together you can tell bed bugs have been there. Do not just check one bed, check all the beds in the room.
  
  Sleeping with a silk lined sleeping bag, or silk liner gives better protection. In my opinion they appear more in wooden beds. Bed bugs can live without blood for 12 months, so they are difficult to get rid of.
  
  Please check for them everywhere as I would not wish them upon anyone.
  
  Thanks.

  Hello<BR><BR>I felt compelled to reply to this thread as I got bed bugs after staying at a hostel in France- it was not organised by Contiki. <BR><BR>It took me months to get rid of them and I tried everything, it was only by flying home that the freezing temperatures and my mum washing everything a million times that I managed to get rid of them. I nearly had to go to hospital as my body was so racked with bites.<BR><BR>I went to Paris for a week and stayed in the one hostel, which was a recommended hostel but which clearly left a lot to be desired in regard to cleanliness. I did not realise then that I had contracted them and it was only a week back in London, with my condition worsening that I could figure out what was wrong. By that time they were in my bed and within a month the whole room was infected. Insecticide would not work and I ended up moving out and the landlord had the place fumigated.<BR><BR>It was a horrible, traumatising experience that can occur in hostels, or 5 star hotels. There are ways that you can check for them. When getting a new room- DO NOT PUT UR BAG ON THE BED- they would then be transferred on to your bag. Pull back the covers of the bed and look closely at the sheets, if there are clumps of tiny stains (3 or 4) together you can tell bed bugs have been there. Do not just check one bed, check all the beds in the room. <BR><BR>Sleeping with a silk lined sleeping bag, or silk liner gives better protection. In my opinion they appear more in wooden beds. Bed bugs can live without blood for 12 months, so they are difficult to get rid of.<BR> <BR>Please check for them everywhere as I would not wish them upon anyone.<BR><BR>Thanks. or Cancel
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• 7 Feb 2008 Alex said

  

  Hotel Autopark in Florence, Italy – I woke up one morning with bed bug bites all over my arm! Thankfully we stayed there for only one night…

  Hotel Autopark in Florence, Italy - I woke up one morning with bed bug bites all over my arm! Thankfully we stayed there for only one night... or Cancel
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• 7 Feb 2008 MikeEd said

  

  Can you just have fly/bug spray your bed and kill them?
  
  This has kind of pushed me well towards camping rather than concept tour.
  
  If they are sucking on blood (I guess) do they transmit things?

  Can you just have fly/bug spray your bed and kill them?<BR><BR>This has kind of pushed me well towards camping rather than concept tour. <BR><BR>If they are sucking on blood (I guess) do they transmit things? or Cancel
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• 7 Feb 2008 trashywilma said

  

  i was attacked by bed bugs at a rather pricey hotel in amsterdam (the greenhouse effect, which is also a coffeeshop). annoying, but really nothing terrible.
  
  it could be much worse…you could get lice!!

  i was attacked by bed bugs at a rather pricey hotel in amsterdam (the greenhouse effect, which is also a coffeeshop). annoying, but really nothing terrible.<BR><BR>it could be much worse...you could get lice!! or Cancel
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• 8 Feb 2008 Amelie said

  

  Hey all,
  So I got a little freaked out when I first saw this topic as I didn’t really know what bed bugs are… I searched the internet and found some info I thought some of you may want to read. It’s rather long so my appologies…
  
  Facts about Bed Bugs
  What is a bed bug?
  The common bed bug is a small, reddish-brown insect. Bed bugs are oval-shaped with flattened bodies.
  Bed bugs are 5-7 mm (3/8 inch) long or about the size of a ladybug.
  Bed bugs feed on the blood of humans and animals to survive. Unlike fleas or lice, bed bugs do not live on people but only visit them to feed. Bed bugs are most active at night. Their bite is similar to being bitten by a mosquito; it is painless and may results in a small, red, itchy bump. However, many people
  have no reaction at all to bed bug bites.
  
  How are bed bugs spread?
  Bed bugs are not spread from one person to another. They feed off the person for 5-10 minutes at night, while they sleep, then drop off the person and crawl to a sheltered crevice. Bed bugs cannot fly and
  prefer to hide close to people when not feeding. Bed bugs can live for up to a year without feeding. They can be found in apartments, hotels, homes, shelters, and student dormitories. Bed bugs can also hide on
  clothing or in luggage when you travel and can be brought to places like your home or hotel.
  
  Why are bed bug numbers increasing?
  The increase in bed bug numbers may be due to changes in modern pest control practices. This
  includes the use of insect- specific baits and gels, which do not work for bed bug control. In addition, more people are traveling increasing the chance of bringing the insect back in their luggage.
  
  Are bed bugs a health concern?
  Bed bugs are more of a nuisance than a health concern. They do not appear to spread disease to
  humans. The main concern is the risk of infection from scratching the area of the bite. The reaction from the bite usually goes away within hours or days without treatment.
  If your symptoms cause concern or get worse, you should see your health care provider.
  
  How do I know if I have bed bugs?
  During the day, bed bugs tend to hide close to where they feed; for example, where people sleep. Bed bugs do not have nests, but they do tend to gather and hide in routine places.
  If bed bugs are present, there will be dark spotting and staining on your sheets, mattress, pillow, carpets, and clothing. The staining is from their excrement and blood from crushed insects that have fed.
  You may also notice molted skins, excrement and eggshells where bed bugs hide. In severe cases, you may notice an offensive, sweet, musty odour from their scent glands.
  Finding the areas where bed bugs hide also helps confirm areas in your home that need treatment. You should check or inspect the following areas:
  • Check or inspect all furniture, especially bedroom furniture, including mattresses and box springs.
  Take the furniture apart for closer inspection and possible treatment if necessary.
  • Check under and behind furniture such as chairs, couches and dressers. It may be necessary to
  remove the dust covers on chairs and couches. Pull drawers out of dressers and check the
  inside. Check under lamps on nightstands.
  • Check cracks and crevices along baseboards and walls.
  • Check torn or loose wallpaper, decorative borders, and behind paintings and pictures.
  You may want to contact a pest control professional if you think you have bed bugs.
  
  How can bed bug problems be prevented?
  The best way to prevent bed bug problems is to keep them out of your home in the first place. Ways to
  prevent bed bugs from entering your home include:
  • Do not bring infested items into your home. Closely check or inspect your luggage and clothing,
  and the luggage and clothing of your guests, especially after travel to other countries. Infestations can often be traced to international travel in Asia, South/Central America, Africa and Europe.
  • Even the cleanest homes and hotels can have bed bugs. However, regular housecleaning,
  including vacuuming your mattress, can help to prevent bed bugs. Clean up clutter to help reduce the number of places bed bugs can hide.
  • Check second-hand furniture and bedding before you bring them into your home.
  • Ensure cracks and crevices in the exterior of your home are repaired.
  • Install or repair screens to prevent birds, bats or rodents from entering your home and serving as hosts for bed bugs.
  
  How can I get rid of bed bugs?
  There are non-chemical and chemical options for treating bed bug infestations.
  Non-chemical ways to treat bed bugs include:
  • Wash bedding and clothing in hot water and laundry detergent. Delicate clothing can be put in a bag and placed in the freezer for 2 days.
  • Vacuum often with strong suction all possible places with bed bugs including the mattress, box
  spring, and bed.
  • Use a scrub brush to remove bed bugs and eggs from the seams of mattresses.
  • Stuffed toys can be put in the clothes dryer for 30 to 45 minutes.
  
  Chemical ways to treat bed bugs include:
  • Spray, liquid, and dust products are available at retail stores. It is very important to ensure the products are specifically registered for bed bugs. Directions for use of chemical products should
  be followed carefully.
  
  Hope this helps!!
  Amelie

  Hey all, <BR>So I got a little freaked out when I first saw this topic as I didn't really know what bed bugs are... I searched the internet and found some info I thought some of you may want to read. It's rather long so my appologies... <BR><BR>Facts about Bed Bugs<BR>What is a bed bug?<BR>The common bed bug is a small, reddish-brown insect. Bed bugs are oval-shaped with flattened bodies.<BR>Bed bugs are 5-7 mm (3/8 inch) long or about the size of a ladybug.<BR>Bed bugs feed on the blood of humans and animals to survive. Unlike fleas or lice, bed bugs do not live on people but only visit them to feed. Bed bugs are most active at night. Their bite is similar to being bitten by a mosquito; it is painless and may results in a small, red, itchy bump. However, many people<BR>have no reaction at all to bed bug bites.<BR><BR>How are bed bugs spread?<BR>Bed bugs are not spread from one person to another. They feed off the person for 5-10 minutes at night, while they sleep, then drop off the person and crawl to a sheltered crevice. Bed bugs cannot fly and<BR>prefer to hide close to people when not feeding. Bed bugs can live for up to a year without feeding. They can be found in apartments, hotels, homes, shelters, and student dormitories. Bed bugs can also hide on<BR>clothing or in luggage when you travel and can be brought to places like your home or hotel.<BR><BR>Why are bed bug numbers increasing?<BR>The increase in bed bug numbers may be due to changes in modern pest control practices. This<BR>includes the use of insect- specific baits and gels, which do not work for bed bug control. In addition, more people are traveling increasing the chance of bringing the insect back in their luggage.<BR><BR>Are bed bugs a health concern?<BR>Bed bugs are more of a nuisance than a health concern. They do not appear to spread disease to<BR>humans. The main concern is the risk of infection from scratching the area of the bite. The reaction from the bite usually goes away within hours or days without treatment.<BR>If your symptoms cause concern or get worse, you should see your health care provider.<BR><BR>How do I know if I have bed bugs?<BR>During the day, bed bugs tend to hide close to where they feed; for example, where people sleep. Bed bugs do not have nests, but they do tend to gather and hide in routine places.<BR>If bed bugs are present, there will be dark spotting and staining on your sheets, mattress, pillow, carpets, and clothing. The staining is from their excrement and blood from crushed insects that have fed.<BR>You may also notice molted skins, excrement and eggshells where bed bugs hide. In severe cases, you may notice an offensive, sweet, musty odour from their scent glands.<BR>Finding the areas where bed bugs hide also helps confirm areas in your home that need treatment. You should check or inspect the following areas:<BR>• Check or inspect all furniture, especially bedroom furniture, including mattresses and box springs.<BR>Take the furniture apart for closer inspection and possible treatment if necessary.<BR>• Check under and behind furniture such as chairs, couches and dressers. It may be necessary to<BR>remove the dust covers on chairs and couches. Pull drawers out of dressers and check the<BR>inside. Check under lamps on nightstands.<BR>• Check cracks and crevices along baseboards and walls.<BR>• Check torn or loose wallpaper, decorative borders, and behind paintings and pictures.<BR>You may want to contact a pest control professional if you think you have bed bugs.<BR><BR>How can bed bug problems be prevented?<BR>The best way to prevent bed bug problems is to keep them out of your home in the first place. Ways to<BR>prevent bed bugs from entering your home include:<BR>• Do not bring infested items into your home. Closely check or inspect your luggage and clothing,<BR>and the luggage and clothing of your guests, especially after travel to other countries. Infestations can often be traced to international travel in Asia, South/Central America, Africa and Europe.<BR>• Even the cleanest homes and hotels can have bed bugs. However, regular housecleaning,<BR>including vacuuming your mattress, can help to prevent bed bugs. Clean up clutter to help reduce the number of places bed bugs can hide.<BR>• Check second-hand furniture and bedding before you bring them into your home.<BR>• Ensure cracks and crevices in the exterior of your home are repaired.<BR>• Install or repair screens to prevent birds, bats or rodents from entering your home and serving as hosts for bed bugs.<BR><BR>How can I get rid of bed bugs?<BR>There are non-chemical and chemical options for treating bed bug infestations.<BR>Non-chemical ways to treat bed bugs include:<BR>• Wash bedding and clothing in hot water and laundry detergent. Delicate clothing can be put in a bag and placed in the freezer for 2 days.<BR>• Vacuum often with strong suction all possible places with bed bugs including the mattress, box<BR>spring, and bed.<BR>• Use a scrub brush to remove bed bugs and eggs from the seams of mattresses.<BR>• Stuffed toys can be put in the clothes dryer for 30 to 45 minutes.<BR><BR>Chemical ways to treat bed bugs include:<BR>• Spray, liquid, and dust products are available at retail stores. It is very important to ensure the products are specifically registered for bed bugs. Directions for use of chemical products should<BR>be followed carefully.<BR><BR>Hope this helps!! <BR>Amelie or Cancel
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• 8 Feb 2008 LeleRose25 said

  

  Hey all, I understand people are worried about bed bugs. I work for Cooper Pest Solutions In NJ and we have a website bedbugcentral.com. You can purchase our travel guide and it will help to make you aware of what you should be looking for while traveling and helps reduce the possiblity of you bringing them home. It has tons of info in regards to bed bugs. Happy traveling!

  Hey all, I understand people are worried about bed bugs. I work for Cooper Pest Solutions In NJ and we have a website bedbugcentral.com. You can purchase our travel guide and it will help to make you aware of what you should be looking for while traveling and helps reduce the possiblity of you bringing them home. It has tons of info in regards to bed bugs. Happy traveling! or Cancel
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• 8 Feb 2008 Bubble28boy said

  

  hey,
  
  how many people actually encounter bed bugs on there actual tour? and have been bitten?

  hey,<BR><BR>how many people actually encounter bed bugs on there actual tour? and have been bitten? or Cancel
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• 8 Feb 2008 trashywilma said

  

  i’m getting a kick out of this thread.
  
  bed bugs will NOT harm you. you will itch for a few hours. is this really something to be terrified of?

  i'm getting a kick out of this thread.<BR><BR>bed bugs will NOT harm you. you will itch for a few hours. is this really something to be terrified of? or Cancel
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• 8 Feb 2008 Megan0870 said

  

  I personally have a huge fear of blood sucking, crawl under your skin bugs. They totally creep me out. I’m ok with all other bugs though.
  
  I think most people are a bit iffy about blood sucking, crawl under your skin bugs. Even if bed bugs bite only gives you an itch, it’s the fact thay have been walking on you during the night, sticking there teeth into your skin, sucking your blood out then wandering off to find a nice hidey hole to camp out for the night in YOUR bed.

  I personally have a huge fear of blood sucking, crawl under your skin bugs. They totally creep me out. I'm ok with all other bugs though. <BR><BR>I think most people are a bit iffy about blood sucking, crawl under your skin bugs. Even if bed bugs bite only gives you an itch, it's the fact thay have been walking on you during the night, sticking there teeth into your skin, sucking your blood out then wandering off to find a nice hidey hole to camp out for the night in YOUR bed. or Cancel
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• 8 Feb 2008 MikeEd said

  

  The post by Explorer1084790 about beg bug kind of reduced my concern about bed bugs. I couldn’t care really about bug unless they are the oversised Ozie type with 8 legs.
  
  

  quote:

  Are bed bugs a health concern?
  Bed bugs are more of a nuisance than a health concern. They do not appear to spread disease to
  humans. The main concern is the risk of infection from scratching the area of the bite. The reaction from the bite usually goes away within hours or days without treatment.
  If your symptoms cause concern or get worse, you should see your health care provider.
  

  
  
  That is what concerned me the most. Flees caused the plagues. Mosquito kill thousands each year from tranmitting things. Both of them cause it by sucking blood and bed bugs feed the same way. <!--graemlin::confused:-->, suppose you have no option other to go with what the experts tell you is ok.

  The post by Explorer1084790 about beg bug kind of reduced my concern about bed bugs. I couldn't care really about bug unless they are the oversised Ozie type with 8 legs.<BR><BR><BLOCKQUOTE class="ip-ubbcode-quote"><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-title">quote:</div><div class="ip-ubbcode-quote-content">Are bed bugs a health concern?<BR>Bed bugs are more of a nuisance than a health concern. They do not appear to spread disease to<BR>humans. The main concern is the risk of infection from scratching the area of the bite. The reaction from the bite usually goes away within hours or days without treatment.<BR>If your symptoms cause concern or get worse, you should see your health care provider.<BR> </div></BLOCKQUOTE><BR><BR>That is what concerned me the most. Flees caused the plagues. Mosquito kill thousands each year from tranmitting things. Both of them cause it by sucking blood and bed bugs feed the same way. <img src="http://connect.contiki.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_confused.gif" alt="Confused" width="15" height="22"><!--graemlin::confused:-->, suppose you have no option other to go with what the experts tell you is ok. or Cancel
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• 8 Feb 2008 Amelie said

  

  I’m glad it could reduce your concerns the same way it did mine! lol It’s still really gross but at least it doesn’t put your health at risk! <!--graemlin::p-->

  I'm glad it could reduce your concerns the same way it did mine! lol It's still really gross but at least it doesn't put your health at risk! <img src="http://connect.contiki.com/groupee_common/emoticons/icon_razz.gif" alt="Razzer" width="15" height="15"><!--graemlin::p--> or Cancel
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• 11 Feb 2008 Lozza84 said

  

  I couldn’t help but reply to this thread.
  I did a concept tour in July 2007.
  On the first morning in Venice I woke up and was COVERED in a horrible rash. It was all over both of my arms and also on my neck and stomach and back. My tour manager and the site staff had a look and thought it was definatly bed bugs, as did a nurse from tour. My TM took me to a pharmacy and I had to get steroid cream and some antihistamines. I ended up having this rash until about 2 weeks after I returned home and had to see 2 doctors once I was home.
  I have to say it wasn’t too uncomfortable but it definatly looked really gross and I was glad to get to the cooler places where I could wear long sleeves! A few other people on tour had a similiar problem as well- but not all at the same place.
  I wouldn’t worry too much about it but definatly take a sheet and pillow case with you and wash them a lot.

  I couldn't help but reply to this thread.<BR>I did a concept tour in July 2007.<BR>On the first morning in Venice I woke up and was COVERED in a horrible rash. It was all over both of my arms and also on my neck and stomach and back. My tour manager and the site staff had a look and thought it was definatly bed bugs, as did a nurse from tour. My TM took me to a pharmacy and I had to get steroid cream and some antihistamines. I ended up having this rash until about 2 weeks after I returned home and had to see 2 doctors once I was home.<BR>I have to say it wasn't too uncomfortable but it definatly looked really gross and I was glad to get to the cooler places where I could wear long sleeves! A few other people on tour had a similiar problem as well- but not all at the same place.<BR>I wouldn't worry too much about it but definatly take a sheet and pillow case with you and wash them a lot. or Cancel
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• 11 Feb 2008 Andrew said

  

  I got all itchy reading this. I have had bites a few times before and has just taken a few days to get rid of them. No big drama just like mozzy bites that hang around a little longer.

  I got all itchy reading this. I have had bites a few times before and has just taken a few days to get rid of them. No big drama just like mozzy bites that hang around a little longer. or Cancel
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