With the Paris Olympics underway, and the Paralympics soon to start, the French capital is expected to have around 15 million visitors over the summer, according to NBC News.
But rewind to late last year and you’ll remember the bed bug infestation in Paris which saw the bloodsucking insects even getting on to the Paris Métro.
A warning has been issued to all those travelling to the French capital to keep their suitcases off soft furnishings and beds in order to protect against any critters that may have hitched a ride on an unsuspecting victim’s luggage.
In the UK, pest control company Rentokil has highlighted a 65% increase year-on-year in infestations across the country, and if you have been affected by an infestation while on holiday in the UK or abroad you may be entitled to thousands in compensation.
Express Solicitors helped one family of three recover £4,500 after they were bitten by bed bugs at a Travelodge hotel, despite the fact the hotel had changed hands since the visit.
Craig Phillips, Partner, Occupiers’ and Public Liability, has previously spoken to BBC Business Daily on the topic and Michael Hardacre, also a Partner in our Occupiers’ and Public Liability team, spoke to BBC Radio Essex and shares his top tips on how to combat beg bugs on holiday.
@express_solicitors With the Olympics Opening Ceremony tonight, tourists have been warned to take precautions when travelling to Paris to avoid being bitten by bed bugs. Michael Hardacre, Partner in our Occupiers’ & Public Liability department shares his top tips. #Paris2024 #Olympics #BedBugs ♬ original sound – Express Solicitors
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