Flight delays or cancellations are very common. It throws off the whole travel schedule. Another one is bad hotel experiences like dirty rooms or unhelpful staff. For example, I once checked into a hotel where the room smelled really bad and they refused to change it for me at first.
One common horror story is the micromanaging boss. They hover over every little task, not allowing employees any freedom or creativity. It makes the work environment very stifling.
One common theme is getting lost, like I did in that foreign city. It's scary not knowing where you are and not being able to communicate easily. Another is transportation problems, such as my car breaking down. And also issues with accommodation, like staying in a really dirty and noisy place.
One common horror story is getting scammed. For example, some tourists are charged exorbitant prices for simple things like a bottle of water in tourist areas. Another is about transportation problems. Taxis might take you on a long detour just to charge you more. Also, food poisoning can be a big issue. You might eat at a local place thinking it's safe, but end up with a bad stomach for days.
Bad accommodation is quite common. Like dirty rooms, unfriendly staff, or places that look nothing like the pictures. Another element is getting lost. Ireland has some areas with not - so - clear signage, especially in the countryside. Also, issues with transportation, such as cars breaking down in remote areas or problems with public transport schedules.
Food - related issues can be a theme too. Some travelers have had stories of getting food poisoning from local food, which can be really awful when you're in a foreign place. And then there are those stories of overbooking by airlines or other travel companies, leaving travelers stranded without a proper place to stay or a way to reach their destination as planned.
Another common element is bad service. For example, the flight attendants being rude or not providing enough food and drinks. I had a flight where the attendant just ignored my requests for water.
One common element is lost or stolen belongings. It can really ruin a trip when your wallet, phone or luggage goes missing. Another is bad accommodation, like dirty rooms or unhelpful staff. Also, travel delays can be a big part of these stories, whether it's a delayed flight or a long wait for a train.
One common horror story is getting scammed by tuk - tuk drivers. They might overcharge tourists, especially those new to the country. For example, they could quote an exorbitant price for a short ride to a popular tourist spot.
One common element is poor financial management. For example, overspending on non - essential things or not having a proper budget. Another is bad hiring decisions, like bringing in people who are not competent or have bad ethics. Also, lack of market understanding often plays a role. If a business doesn't know what the customers really want, it's likely to fail.
Some horror stories involve the selection process. There are travel ball teams where the selection seems really unfair. Maybe the coach has favorites and picks players based on who they know rather than actual talent. This can be really disheartening for kids who work hard but don't get a chance. Another aspect is the travel arrangements themselves. There have been stories of teams getting stuck in airports, missing connecting flights, and then having to rush to games. It causes a lot of stress for everyone involved. And in some teams, there are issues with the quality of opponents. Sometimes they end up playing against teams that are way out of their league, either much better or much worse, which doesn't really help the players improve.