Register to get 3 free articles
Register to unlock the article and receive our free newsletter. Join 26,000 other hotel leaders and stay in the know.
Want unlimited access? View Plans
Already have an account? Sign in
Budget hotel brand Travelodge has today announced the most bizarre items left behind by guests in 2019.
A pet tortoise, a 65-year-old bonsai tree, a vintage bottle of 1943 champagne, a 75 inch TV and a case of wedding dresses were among just some of the items left behind across its 571 UK sites.
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
An inventory report conducted by Travelodge revealed a “growing trend” in leaving behind wedding props and attire, whilst a trend in “forgetful pet owners” also saw guests leave behind pet alpacas and cats, among other animals.
Shakila Ahmed, a spokeswoman for Travelodge, said: “With nearly 19 million customers annually staying at our 571 UK hotels, including 77 in London, for thousands of different reasons, we do get a range of interesting items left behind.
“This year’s audit includes: a pair of Alpacas called Ant & Dec, a 65 year old luck Bonsai tree, an Aston Martin, a dissertation, a gingerbread village with residents and a precious 20 year old celebrity autograph book.”
“Interestingly our hotel teams have reported a rise in wedding and proposal props being left behind in our hotels in 2019. This included a 5ft floral unicorn, a huge full moon, a flower wall, palm trees, a Tiffany engagement ring and even a best man.”
She added: “When it comes to why so many of our customers forget their treasured items, it’s basically due to us all being time poor, juggling multiple tasks and being in a hurry to get from A to B. In the rush, valuable possessions are easily forgotten.”
All items left behind, if not claimed within three months, are donated to the local British Heart Foundation Charity Shops .
