We Are Experiencing a Slight Delay: (tips, tales, travels)

Absolutely loved this book. Every story is hilarious and often unexpectedly touching. Gary has the incredibly rare (and annoying) talent of being able to make you laugh out loud and then tear up a sentence later. One of my favorite stories centered around an alcohol, gluten, and caffeine-free wellness retreat in Italy, exactly where you want to have all three of those things (writes Gary - “It's like taking someone to Waikiki Beach and letting them enjoy it from inside a shipping container”). Other favorites: a trip on the Orient Express he compares unfavorably to riding the LIRR, a trip to Mykonos where he meets his eventual husband, and a chapter dedicated to eating at restaurants alone. I’m not taking a vacation this summer, but reading this book outside, with a glass of wine in my hand? Well, it felt like one.

Wow- what great writing! How have I never heard of this author before???? As far as books go, I am VERY difficult to please and extremely picky. (Kinda like Gary with his hotel rooms.) I read a ton of memoirs and humor. Gary's writing style is just **fabulous**. Gary takes you through a story and there's always a wonderful punch line at the end. You can visualize yourself in the scenario.Probably my favorite part was when he was talking about Sydney, Australia. I have been there and I know the exact hotel he's referencing. It was funny when the zookeeper let him visit with the koalas (notice I did not say "bears"). I also loved the story of the cruise with his family and having the stateroom above the foghorn.The way he tells stories, it's like you're chatting with a super-sarcastic, hilarious friend.I was not at all surprised to learn that he used to write for my favorite show "Will and Grace."In writing, as in life, it takes a lot of effort to look effortless... and that's *exactly* what Gary achieves. It is the equivalent of watching a really beautiful ballet, but with words. *sigh*I highly recommend this book.PS- please keep writing books, Gary!!!

I’ve read all of Gary’s books cause I love his sense of humor, wit and sarcasm.

I can’t remember the last time I read a book in two days. And also, this is the first time I have ever been compelled to write a review. It’s so good.

If you haven’t read Gary’s books buy the other 2! He is a fabulous storyteller. It’s a great read with lots of useful information!

I can’t fully express how much I love Gary’s books. I always get the kindle version & then the hard copy just to have.When enough time has gone by; I read the same book over again .He is a writer, not a joke man, so reading one of his books is like spending quality time with him, & all the quirks that come with that.No matter how off beat the ride, he comes in for a soft landing

If you follow Gary Janetti on IG, like me, you might remember some of these travel tales from his nearly-love updates. And it only makes them better (and funnier). There are great travel tips here, and some of the most wonderful places to go, but it's the heart in the book that makes this completely charming and engaging. I laughed out loud many times (sorry, airplane seat mates...at least I didn't try to chat), but was touched enough to cry some times, too. This one's a keeper.

In a television series or the movies it’s always about the writing… If the writing is good, then the actors can be their best… The same in a book and this is very good writing. I am enjoying it which is all I can really ask for or expect.