When we started this network we created a survey that was intended to help “match” roommates based on personality, interests, sleep schedules, alcohol consumption and time management. Women who register (for free!) as Travel Sisters get a “code” and it helps us see who might be like-minded. Our monthly gatherings really help with compatibility matching, too!
Turns out, one of the most important factors is NOT a variable in that model and our gatherings don’t help either . . and for a good reason. That key variable is SNORING! Some of us snore, some of us don’t, some of us sleep like rocks and aren’t bothered by snoring, and some of us are driven crazy by it. The really tough part about this variable is that a lot of us don’t even KNOW if we snore. Our partner may snore also and we “cancel” each other out, or we may not share a sleeping space with anyone who can tell us. OR we might just not actually BELIEVE the person we share a sleeping space with, lol. So what is to be done? I decided to lead by example since I strive to be the most flexible traveler on a group trip in terms of a willingness to share space or move rooms if needed due to illness, snoring, etc. I had to start with finding out IF I snore. Here’s what I did:
So, I’ve solved ONE side of the equation for me. If I DID snore there are some snoring mitigation strategies I could test and try:
The OTHER side of the equation is what could I do if I find myself with a snorer? There are options there as well!
One thing Travel Sisters are consistently good at is being flexibly-minded problem solvers. It’s those characteristics that consistently amaze me when we are traveling together and endear me to our group. With a little assistance from technology, some innovative products, and a trial and error approach, we can head into a trip armed with self knowledge and strategies that will bring us ALL peace of mind - and a good night’s sleep - so we can PLAY ALL DAY! As is our purpose and pledge : ) Run the test, consider the best mitigation strategies for you, and girls, let’s get together and GOOOO!!!!
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