The worst for me was when I was in line for a sample of a popular new coffee blend. There were so many people pushing and shoving in the line. By the time I got to the front, they had run out of samples. I wasted a good 15 minutes waiting in that chaotic line for nothing. It was really frustrating, especially since I had specifically made my way to that part of the store for the sample.
My horror story involves a sample of a new type of cheese. The person giving out the samples was not very hygienic. They didn't use gloves or utensils properly. When I took the sample, I just couldn't bring myself to eat it. It made me question the overall cleanliness of the sample - giving process at Costco. And it made me a bit more cautious about trying samples in general from there.
Yes, I once got a sample of a frozen meal. It was thawed out but still cold in the middle. It tasted really bland and not at all like what the description said. It was a big disappointment.
One horror story could be getting a sample that was clearly spoiled. For example, a customer took a bite of a sample sandwich only to find the meat smelled rancid. Another might be when the sample giver was extremely pushy. They wouldn't take no for an answer and made customers feel uncomfortable. And there was a case where a sample had an ingredient that someone was allergic to but it wasn't clearly marked. A customer had a minor allergic reaction right there in the store.
Well, I heard a story where a sample of a new type of meat was being given out. A customer took a bite and found a piece of plastic in it. That's really a horror story as it could have caused harm. And there are times when the sample booths are so crowded that it's a safety hazard. People might trip over each other or push small children in the chaos. There are also stories of samples running out too quickly and customers getting angry because they had been waiting in line for a long time.
There was this time at Costco when a little kid got lost. Instead of crying, he just climbed into one of those huge boxes that were for sale. When his parents finally found him, he was sitting in the box like it was his new little home, and he said he was just waiting for someone to buy him and take him home. Everyone around had a good laugh.
There was a case where a couple booked a cruise via Costco Travel. During the cruise, they faced issues with the food quality. It was not up to the standard that was promised. Also, some of the excursions they booked through Costco Travel were mismanaged. For example, the transportation to one of the excursions was late, and they almost missed the activity. They had to constantly complain to Costco Travel to get some sort of compensation.
Many customers have horror stories about the return policy being misinterpreted. For example, they thought they could return an item easily but were told that it didn't meet the return criteria. This can lead to a lot of frustration and disappointment as people usually expect Costco's return policy to be very customer - friendly.
Perhaps a top story could be related to Costco's membership benefits. Their membership offers great deals on bulk purchases, exclusive discounts, and services like optical and pharmacy. It's very appealing to customers, and any updates or improvements to these benefits would be a significant story.
The worst for me was when we had a big family gathering for the turkey holiday. There were so many people and so much chaos. The kids were running around, and someone accidentally knocked over the gravy all over the tablecloth and the turkey. It was a mess, and there was a lot of arguing about who was at fault. It really spoiled the mood of the holiday.
Sure. There was a traveler who booked a luxury resort stay through Costco Travel. When they got there, the resort was undergoing major renovations. There was construction noise all day long, and parts of the resort like the pool and some restaurants were closed. The traveler was not informed about this at all before arrival. They felt very cheated as they had paid a high price for a relaxing vacation.
One horror story about Walmart could be long checkout lines during peak hours. You might have to wait for ages just to pay for your items. At Target, there could be issues with inventory management. For example, you see an item advertised but it's not in stock when you get to the store. As for Costco, sometimes the crowds can be overwhelming, especially on weekends. It can be really difficult to move around and find what you need.