Tom: The Accidental New York Icon
Tom. Just the name conjures up images of questionable life choices and a penchant for drama. So, what happens when this walking, talking soap opera checks into a New York City hotel? Let's dive in.
Room Service Royalty
Tom is the undisputed king of room service. His orders are legendary. He once tried to order a whole live lobster, cooked and served in his bathtub. The hotel staff, ever the professionals, simply brought him a bucket of ice and a rubber duck. Tom, ever the optimist, insisted it was "close enough".
The Gym Guru (Or Not)
You'd think a guy who looks like he could bench press a small car would be hitting the hotel gym. Wrong. Tom believes cardio is anything that gets his heart racing. This usually involves ordering room service, waiting for it, and then dramatically opening the door to find the wrong order.
The Night Owl (Or More Like A Night Creature)
Tom is convinced that New York City never sleeps. He might be right, but he certainly does. After a day of "intense negotiations" (aka watching TV), Tom transforms into a nocturnal creature. The hotel staff has learned to brace themselves for the inevitable 3 AM call for a "midnight snack."
The Accidental Socialite
Despite his best efforts to blend in, Tom has a knack for turning any hotel lobby into a circus. One evening, he tried to start a conga line. Another time, he convinced a group of elderly ladies to join him in a game of charades. Let's just say, his acting skills are as questionable as his fashion sense.
The Bathroom Philosopher
Tom has a profound love for hotel bathrooms. He's convinced they're the perfect environment for deep thought. The hotel staff has found notes on philosophy, poetry, and even a detailed plan for world domination scribbled on the bathroom mirror.
How to Survive a Hotel Stay with Tom
- How to survive a Tom-induced room service disaster: Order extra napkins. Lots of them.
- How to avoid getting caught in a Tom-led conga line: Pretend to be asleep. Or deaf. Or both.
- How to deal with Tom's nocturnal habits: Invest in earplugs and a sleep mask.
- How to protect yourself from Tom's philosophical ramblings: Avoid eye contact with the bathroom mirror.
- How to survive a Tom-inflicted hotel stay: Book a flight home. Seriously.