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.

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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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“Time Shared” by J.C. Marie

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Sunglasses, check. Bathing suit, check. Vibrator, check. This is going to be exactly what I need. In the last six months, I have traveled to 12 different countries, all on business. Commercial flights, cheap hotels, and lots and lots of driving. Reports to be written, butts to be kissed, and not enough me-time! The last time I was on vacation was over a year ago, and I honestly don’t think that was much of a get-away. Unless, you count being stuck in Jamaica for two days because I couldn't find my passport. The men there, gorgeous. Anyway, ...

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“Galapagos Getaway” by Sarah Eng

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Somehow, crammed boobs to boobs (to boobs) in a tiny men’s bathroom stall with her sister and Anne just wasn’t on the vacation itinerary. But pretty much nothing they had done so far had been on the itinerary. They just wanted to be fun for once. To be spontaneous. Off-the-cuff. “It’ll be fine! We’ll have way more fun than anything we had planned. Plus, what could go wrong?” The famous last words of a mindless fool who knew nothing of what she spoke. She literally could not have been more wrong. {Two days ago} “Charlotte! That’s it...

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“typical summers” by Nao Nishimura

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Typical summers brought intervals of working at unpaid internships and taking summer classes in order to graduate early, all whilst wishing she was napping in some sun-kissed island she sees in her dreams. What summer is not supposed to bring though, are tall blondes that look like foreigners yet somehow aren’t, who stand so tall anyone next to them would feel like an ant. And that she did. Rather, she wished she would become an ant just to prove the point that walking through her suspiciously cheap hotel room door and seeing a man i...

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“Tropical Get-a-way” by Susan Reeves

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I booked a bargain vacation on-line. It was advertised as the chance of a lifetime. Being recently retired and unable to go on one of these tropical get-a-ways until now. With excitement in my heart, I finally arrived at my destination. As I proceeded to check-in to the beautiful resort, I was told that I would have to share my room with another vacationer. That didn’t seem so bad, I wouldn’t mind finding a new friend. I settled into my room, looking forward to getting out and about to sight-see and learn a little about the culture of ...

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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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“Basically what happens when you enter the wrong hotel.” by Dan Nguyen

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I look at Xavier on the pale violet couch, snoring with the pizza crust, resting on his belly. I look over at Gus, on the hammock snoring loudly. I look around at the place. Messed up and wrecked after ‘the great party’. Loose garbage littered all over the timber flooring. I hear the tap dripping… Plop, plop, plop. I check my phone to see what the time is. 8:56 am. I go to check the kitchen. Catastrophic. The fridge was busted open, the microwave was shattered - it looked as if someone had come into the house and demolished it. I look at my ...

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“Book Now and Save!” by Devin Carrier

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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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“The Rubber Sandal Resort” by L. Fairbanks

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It had been a dismal six months. Just dreary. The separation from Kathy was barely a month fresh, the kids called constantly to ask when I’d be coming home, my job had gotten the best of me; here I sat, a forty-five-year-old shell of what I used to be. Forty-five. I just can’t bring myself to believe that I was on the back nine of my life. Forty-five! My hair is thinner and my waist thicker but I still had life in me yet! Was I really going to let Kathy and the kids and my accounting job be all I experienced on this grim and gloomy planet? N...

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“Despise to Love” by CJ K

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“I’m going on a cruise!” Faye shouted into her cell phone to her best friend Ryan. “What! Yesterday you said you were going to stay in your house and adopt a cat to grow old with.” Ryan said while holding back a chuckle. Faye shook her head. “I know, but I decided I’m not going to waste my youth on that scumbag. I need to enjoy life and if I happen to find a guy in the process that will be just fine.” “You spent 10 years with him. Your youth is gone.” Ryan said in a straightforward way, his usual style of delivering the news you needed...

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“The Stranger in My Room” by JaNile Litenix

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Oh, yes. My flight was confirmed and a notification was sent to my phone thereafter with the receipt and everything else I needed to know. I counted down 'til the days, and soon, it came quicker than I could have imagined.It may have been a bargain vacation and on a whim at that, but I needed this. I needed to get away. Get away from friends, family, work, and that ol' bastard.Be that as it may, the hotel was amazing. It stood what seemed to be well over 40 stories, golden, and gleamed with emittance of power.I walked in through the revolvin...

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“The Lobby” by Lauryn Lambert

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"Ashley Bloom, Carina Markfield" I gather my things and move toward the attendant. "Room nine." He hands me a room key card and moves on to the next hand which hesitates. I look up at Ashley Bloom. The person beside me has a smattering of facial hair. I thought I would have a female room mate? I shrug. Is it rude to ask about something like gender? What if they were trans? I don't want to start off the retreat by insulting my room mate. "I'm Ashley Bloom, am I supposed to be rooming with a woman?" He asks the question, looking around a...

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“Hotel, Unfortunately, for Two” by Jonathan Shephard

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Mark slapped the tickets on the receptionist’s counter. “Has the plane left?” He panted. “Nope,” She happily said, “You’re just in time, we’re about to board your zone now.” Mark took a deep sigh. As he walked onto the plane, he shuffled his way down the narrow lane. He was in the back, right next to the jet engine that roared to life when they were up in the sky. Mark sighed again. “Well, that’s what I get for bargain hunting,” he fussed as he scanned over his vacation pamphlet. The hard-working store manager had earned a we...

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“Friendship In Unusual Places” by Zoe Holway

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The plane's turbulence worsened, and Angelina's stomach did a backflip. The scenery that flitted by changed- a bright sun, then a galaxy-colored sky, and then, finally, blazing lights treading forward into the darkness, marching through cities, stomping out darkness. Angelina felt a strange sense of comfort. Despite being almost 25, she was still afraid of the dark. It was one of her deepest secrets, not because it incapacitated her, but because it was embarrassing. “Society weaves what it likes. Those who follow might never find themselves....

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“Trouble in The Maldives ” by Silvia Jonathan

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I have never been so mortified in my life. I was standing in front of the most beautiful man I have ever seen, in just my towel and it’s definitely not in the way you’re thinking. He doesn’t look surprised to see me but I’m as confused as you are. Okay, you’re probably wondering what went on that led to this moment. Let me explain… And to do that, I’ll have to go back a bit. Not too much, but just so you get the gist. My ...

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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.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 148 stories

“Reclaim Life” by Sharon Marcus

“Time Shared” by J.C. Marie

“Galapagos Getaway” by Sarah Eng

“typical summers” by Nao Nishimura

“Tropical Get-a-way” by Susan Reeves

“Practice Makes Perfect” by Danielle Burke

“Basically what happens when you enter the wrong hotel.” by Dan Nguyen

“Book Now and Save!” by Devin Carrier

“The Rubber Sandal Resort” by L. Fairbanks

“Despise to Love” by CJ K

“The Stranger in My Room” by JaNile Litenix

“The Lobby” by Lauryn Lambert

“Hotel, Unfortunately, for Two” by Jonathan Shephard

“Friendship In Unusual Places” by Zoe Holway

“Trouble in The Maldives ” by Silvia Jonathan

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