Comedy Writing Tip #33: How to Write Travel Jokes That Don't Get Lost in Translation

Travel is comedy's passport to new material - here's how to stamp it right: 1) **The Universal Struggle** - "Airports prove humans will queue for anything if you put up enough ropes." 2) **The Cultural Twist** - "In America, portion sizes are 'when in Rome'... in Rome, they're 'that's adorable'." 3) **The Tourist Truth** - "Nothing makes you feel local like getting scammed correctly." 4) **The Language Barrier** - "My Spanish is good enough to order food... and accidentally propose to the waitress." 5) **The Safe Return** - Always end with: "But seriously, [current city], you're my favorite... please don't deport me." Pro Tip: The best travel jokes make every audience member feel like an insider. On-Stage Line: "I don't get jet lag... I just experience time the way my ex experiences emotions - inconsistently and with lots of napping." SOURCE: http://comedywriter.info