Travel Fails & Epic Tails:
A Collection of Ridiculous and Relatable Travel Tales

Forget perfect sunsets and Instagram-worthy shots. This is the other side of travel—the chaos.
From TSA disasters and bathroom fails to monkeys stealing your lunch, these are the travel stories that make the best souvenirs: the ones you’ll laugh about for years (after the trauma fades).
Travel Fails & Epic Tails is your ticket to the unfiltered, unpolished, totally ridiculous reality of exploring the world. Short, hilarious, and painfully relatable, these stories prove one thing: adventure never goes according to plan.
✅ Inside You’ll Find:
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Tales of epic travel mishaps (and why you’ll love them)
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Chaos in Thailand, Bali, Vegas, and beyond
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Weird encounters, stolen snacks, and scammer showdowns
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Why the worst moments often make the best stories
Why You’ll Love It:
✔ Short, snappy chapters for reading on the go
✔ Laugh-out-loud disasters mixed with heart
✔ Brutally honest travel truths (not Pinterest-perfect fluff)
✔ Perfect for travel junkies or anyone who’s survived a family holiday
Reader Love (Amazon Reviews)
Packed with Wisdom (and Monkey Ransoms!)
From monkey ransom in Bali to tuk-tuk chaos in Thailand, this hilarious collection proves the best travel tales come from wrong turns.
— Odette28
LOVE IT! Chaos, Comedy and Lost Passports
Scotty turns disaster into comedy gold. It’s like your funniest mate telling you the world’s worst travel day, with just enough heart to make you want to pack your bags again.
— The Truth Teller
Hilarious!
This book was the perfect gift. The stories are ridiculous in the best way, and so relatable for anyone who’s traveled. A light, entertaining read that’s hard to put down.
— Stacey Cole
Funny and Real
Not the usual perfect travel stuff. Wild, messy moments that make you laugh and cringe. From monkeys stealing stuff to bathroom fails, pure comedy.
— Linda
Many Laugh Out Loud Moments
From digestive disasters in Thailand to van gremlins and customs chaos, this book had me cracking up. Highly recommend!
— CBear
Fun and Relatable Travel Stories
Light, entertaining, and surprisingly comforting. It’s the kind of book you can pick up anytime for a quick mood boost.
— Magda Navales
Crazy Stories of Southeast Asia
A funny travelogue with stories better than any guidebook. Loved it!
— Michael Leeds
Hard to Find Stories Like This on Instagram
Painfully accurate, hilariously told. Chaos always sneaks into your suitcase and this book proves it.
— Kia O
Encouragement to Travel and Experience It All
Funny, heartfelt, and adventurous. Makes you want to pack a bag, even knowing chaos is waiting.
— SharonAnn Hamilton
Totally Relatable
Finally, a travel book that admits the truth: nothing goes as planned. And thank god for that.
— PublicName