In basic economy hotels, sometimes you might find that the so - called 'clean' rooms are actually not that clean. There could be dirty sheets or a musty smell in the room. Also, the amenities are often very basic, like a tiny bar of soap and a single towel. And the service can be really slow. You might have to wait a long time for something as simple as getting an extra pillow.
One horror story is about the cramped seats in basic economy flights. People are squeezed in with hardly any legroom. It's extremely uncomfortable during long - haul flights.
A common one is overbooking in basic economy flights. Airlines sell more tickets than there are seats, and then passengers are bumped off the flight at the last minute. It's really frustrating as it can disrupt your travel plans completely.
One story is about a recruit who was so nervous during rifle training that he accidentally saluted the rifle instead of the drill instructor. Everyone had a good laugh, including the DI who then used it as a teaching moment about focus.
One horror story could be the extreme physical exhaustion. In basic training, trainees are pushed to their limits. For example, having to do long marches with heavy packs in sweltering heat. You feel like your feet are on fire and every step is a struggle. Some trainees might even pass out from the heat and exhaustion but are expected to get back up and keep going as soon as they can.
I'm not specifically familiar with '113 horror stories'. But a general horror story could be about a haunted house. There was an old, dilapidated mansion on the outskirts of town. People said strange noises came from it at night. One night, a curious teenager decided to explore. As he entered, the door slammed shut behind him. He heard whispers and saw shadowy figures moving in the dark. He tried to find his way out but got lost in the maze - like corridors. Eventually, he fainted from fear.
One horror story could be about a haunted house. In '1001 horror stories', there might be a house where every night strange noises come from the attic. People who enter the house feel a sudden chill and a sense of being watched. Shadows seem to move on their own, and doors slam shut without any wind. It's a classic horror scenario that can send shivers down your spine.
A third story could be about a forest that is said to be cursed. A group of hikers go into the forest. As they walk deeper, they find that the trees seem to close in on them. They start to see apparitions of people who died in the forest long ago, and they struggle to find their way out as the forest seems to change its layout constantly.
There might be a story about a vengeful spirit. In the 1800 horror stories, it could be the spirit of a wronged woman. She was unjustly killed and now her spirit roams the place where she died. She appears to people at night, her face pale and eyes full of hatred. Those who see her are filled with an overwhelming sense of dread and soon find themselves in the middle of a series of terrifying events.
One horror story could be about a haunted house. In the story, a family moves into an old, dilapidated house. Strange noises start at night, like scratching on the walls. Doors open and close by themselves. They soon discover that a tragic event happened there long ago and the spirits are still trapped, seeking revenge. It's a terrifying experience for the family as they try to escape the clutches of the unknown forces in the house.
One common horror story is about getting lost during a training exercise in the middle of a dense forest at night. The sounds of the unknown in the dark, the fear of stumbling upon wild animals or getting so disoriented that you can't find your way back to base. It's a real test of mental strength.
One story could be: 'I heard a knock on the door at midnight. When I opened it, no one was there, but I felt a cold hand on my shoulder.'