Vacations are supposedly a time of adventure, relaxation, and happy memories. But sometimes, things don’t go as planned, and the places we stay become the stuff of nightmares.

From creepy encounters to sh0cking surprises, these travelers had experiences they’ll never forget—for all the wrong reasons. Here are 13 stories of people whose vacation stays turned into unforgettable tales of discomfort, chaos, and horror.

Story 1
My boyfriend planned a romantic weekend at a luxury hotel. Everything felt perfect—until checkout. His card got declined, and he turned red with embarrassment. I smiled and paid for our stay.

As we were leaving, the receptionist discreetly pulled me aside and said, “Be careful, I’ve seen this guy do the same thing with other women. He comes here, his card gets declined, and they end up paying for everything.”

I chose not to believe her. We were still early in our relationship, and I trusted him completely—I had no reason not to. But over time, he started pulling similar tricks more often.

I noticed he was making me pay for shopping trips and other expenses. The final straw came when he tried to steal my money by pressuring me to invest in a shady scheme.