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Most albergues are dormitories…multiple beds in a single room or rooms. I am so astonished to have people complain and whine about snorers, crinklers, early risers, etc. An earlier comment lamented the retort of “…wear ear plugs” as selfish...
I walked this year with a lovely young guy, except that he complained almost every day about snorers in his dorm - but he was unwilling to use earplugs. I didn't say anything to him, but I did get tired of hearing his complaints when he wouldn't...
Entitled selfishness is expecting everyone else to change their behaviour because you don't like it.
If I don't like the noise I wear earplugs, if I don't like the headlamps I wear a sleeping mask. It's my problem so I find my solution. I can't...
If you cannot manage being in contact with other people with crinkly bags, save up and pay for private accommodation.
i am sorry, I do not know how to be more kind in response.
Of course I recall the crinkliest bag person in my five or so...
For me, the difference is whether #1 someone at least tries not to make much noise (and fails, maybe even because they don't realize how noisy they actually are) vs. #2 someone who simply doesn't care.
#1 Happens often and I don't really mind...
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