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Write about someone who books a bargain vacation, only to be told when they arrive that they need to share a hotel suite with a stranger.

Posted in Dramatic on May 19, 2021

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“When the moon is up” by Tatiana Vaillant

Submitted to Contest #83

“WHAT?!” I yelled at the lady behind the desk. My eyes bulged out of their sockets.  I pounded my fist on the marbled table which I regretted immediately when my hand ached. I only bit the insides of my cheeks to stop myself from swearing. The lady still had a smile on her lips but her eyes were sorry. She’s beautiful, her hair neatly pinned up into a bun that made me want to punch it.  I know, I know that she was just doing her job, but I wished they told me this sooner and not drop the bomb the moment I walked through those d...

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“The Stranger in My suite” by Janelle Smith

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“Are you kidding me?!” The shout of disbelief echoed around the cramped lobby of the Lime Beach Resort as Ellen processed what the hungover-looking receptionist just said. “Ma’am,” the receptionist, whose nametag stated “Len”, winced, clutching his temples. “Please don’t shout. We would be happy to refund you if you cancel –” Ellen crossed her arms. “You’re telling me I’d have to cancel the only vacation I’ve had in seven years just because you people overbooked my suite? The suite I reserved? Not happening!” Len sighed. “Okay then. Pleas...

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“I'm Sorry, What? ” by Eesha T

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When you're short on money but high in spirit, you got to do what you can do and not what you want to do. Since I did not have enough money to visit the typical vacation spots like Hawaii or Paris, I decided to jump on the unconventional bandwagon and booked my self a trip to Pakistan. Now, of course it wasn't my first option but when you are short on money and you get to go to another country basically for free then it doesn't matter what you want. Pakistan was generous enough to get me a deal where I had to pay barely peanuts and still hav...

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“Lifechanging Vacation” by MaKayla Pash

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BEEP BEEP BEEP!!!I awaken to the familiar sound of my alarm clock that seems to have one mission in mind: awaken the dead and anything else that can hear.I slump out of my bed like freshly made slime and slide my feet across the frigid floor searching for my slippers that have housed my feet for countless years.Today should be one of those days that I should be looking forward to every second of. I mean who wouldn't want to go to a world-renowned destination on an all expenses paid trip.When I entered the contest, I didn't expect to win but ...

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“Book Now and Save!” by Devin Carrier

Submitted to Contest #83

Sitting in the terminal, I began to realize how empty the place was. It wasn’t exactly a peak travel day, but still it was a 9 AM flight to Orlando in March. Usually, one cannot help but be surrounded in a sea of spring breakers jetting down to whatever swath of beach they swear is the best down in the peninsula. I got through security fast, though it was annoying that the TSA has time to security-wand down everyone now. Are these random checks anymore or just some result of boredom? The McDonalds guy looked at me like “I’m going to have to ...

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“Practice Makes Perfect” by Danielle Burke

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TW: murder I take frequent breaks from my wife. I know this makes me sound like a complete arse, but on the rare occasion when we’re in the same room, she launches words from her mouth that corner me, control me, and bend me to her will.    Recently it has become harder to get away. I had to make some promises this time. They are not ones I intend to keep, but they have bought me some time.   A lot depends on this vacation. I’m getting closer to finishing the book.    And now this.   But why should I be surprise...

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“Sleep Tight” by Josephine Andersen

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Sleep Tight “I’m going back,” Mia said. “Going back, where?” “Back to St Lucia,” said Mia to her sister, Sylvia. “Rather you than me, I recall, it was a traumatic family holiday that year.” “Yes  I  know , I remember,” Mia screwed up her face, her eyes reflecting the pain of  remembering.  “This boarding house is very primitive,”  Marlene  their mother had sniffed. That was true. Linoleum on  the  floor  showed cracks along the skirting board, the curtains were worn,  window ...

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““Honeymoon Not Permitted”” by Yashpaul Kalra

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Content warning: adult content          It was usually a social norm in the years of nineteen sixties when a girl with B.A. and B.Ed. was very much Preferred than other ordinary girls less educated.  Even if a boy was just Higher Secondary the parents preferred a girl who was working as a school teacher.. The boys had an upper hand in the society simply because the boys are males. Males were more important and would also get gold worth good value in terms of money. Ms Sarla Bajaj’s son w...

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“Fancy Meeting You” by Erik Pajer

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“Fancy Meeting You” Squinting into the sun as she got off the Greyhound bus, Jenna adjusted herself to the temperature immediately getting consumed by the hot Florida humidity. Being it was October and the air was already turning crisp when she had boarded the bus in the Port Authority of New York to arrive here in Venice Florida for her tropical getaway. True Venice Florida was not Bermuda but being that Jenna had never been so close to the warm breeze off the ocean, or smelled the saltwater freshness of the air, this was paradise. ...

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“Maui” by Jana Jo

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Maui “You can yell, or cry, or throw something, if you want. If you want to cry, let it out. I worry when you hold stuff in. It isn’t good for you.” Ava looked at Tyler, her face impassive, but her eyes bright, hard. She watched him, sitting there. Of course he wanted her to cry or throw something. That would make him feel better. Then he could dismiss her; he could tell himself ‘yeah, typical woman.’ She wasn’t going to give him that out. Not this time. It isn’t good for you. A mildly hysterical giggle almost escaped as the thought du...

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“It Turned Out For the Best” by Valerie Preston

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It Turned Out For The Best Olivia was so excited. She had been nervous about handing over all of her savings to the travel agent (even though it is supposed to be a bargain vacation) and her reluctance showed as she asked a million questions about the insurance, refunds, medical emergencies and lots of other problems she was ridiculously conjuring up in her head. Like a child she loudly told the man behind the desk of the ‘A Getaway of a Lifetime’ travel agency that she had waited so long for this holiday that absolutely nothing could spoil ...

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“Hakuna Matata” by Kayli Vee Levitan

Submitted to Contest #83

Falling asleep wasn’t going to be easy. Not just because of the more-than-slightly overweight guy named Craig from Mississippi (Mrs M, Mrs I, Mrs S, S, I, Mrs S, S, I, Mrs, P, P, I) who is snoring against the now vibrating glass divider as a string of drool dripped slowly towards his side of the armrest. I didn’t even need to see him chug 15 of those cheap airline mini-whiskey bottles. I can almost smell him through my Built-in Barrier Mask. But it’s not just Craig’s fault that I can’t sleep, although I’ll let him shoulder 65%... nah… 45% ...

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“The Electric Souls of Edgewood Hotel” by Alyson Winn

Submitted to Contest #83

I smack my hand on the hotel registration counter, stopping myself from collapsing.  “I’m here.” I breathlessly pant. “Mr. Sharpe, correct?” The lady checked to make sure. I get why they do it: they don’t want random people walking in unannounced to make appointments, but on the other hand, I’ve been here so many times that they should recognize me. “Yes ma’am.”  “Alright, let me get your room for-” The lady was interrupted by another woman. This one appeared to be much older. Her hair was shiny and silver, her hooded eyes ...

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“The Stranger” by Selma L

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I am so excited. Three weeks on Saint Martin Island, no work and no responsibilities.  I start packing my bright turquoise suitcase with everything I could ever need. The next morning my alarm went off at 4:30 am, so I had enough time to get to the airport. As I was on the freeway the sun rose above the mountains as vibrant orange and pink started to cover the sky.  I arrived at the airport, grabbed a breakfast burrito and ran to my flight. I quickly got checked in, boarded, and sat down in my seat. A sweet old woman was seated n...

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“Reclaim Life” by Sharon Marcus

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Germaine hoisted her backpack and followed fellow passengers to baggage claim. Before entering the tropical climate, she unrolled a straw hat, covered the silver locks she no longer disguised, after they forced her out, and hurried to the shuttle. She hovered at the back until everyone boarded. With most of the seats occupied, she chose the single to the right of the driver. He muscled the rattling vehicle through the crowded street, honking at cars trying to maneuver the maze. Germaine clutched her bag and surveyed the small colorful homes...

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