Locals and tourists alike attempted to hide as strangers in formal wear started throwing pies at each other in San Francisco. On 5 March at precisely 5:39pm, tons of people just started throwing pie at each other. Just for fun.
Don’t worry though - no pies were harmed in the making of this stunt: participants were advised to use pie plates filled with shaving cream as opposed to actual pie. Read more…
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The all-new Monopoly World Edition is set to be launched, but right now at http://www.monopolyworldvote.com you can help choose the cities that make the cut.
The vote ends on Leap Day, February 29, 2008. As of now, Montreal sits in first place with 4.8%, followed by Paris, Cape Town and London.
If you don’t like their options, you can write in a city. Voting of the Top 20 Wildcard Cities will begin on February 29. Some bizarre names include; Caracas, Venezuala; Gydnia, Poland (who currently leads all Wildcard entries); and Bratislava, Slovakia. I think we’ve found a replacement for Baltic!
NEW YORK, NY–(Marketwire - February 8, 2008) -
lastminute.com Survey Details
– Leading travel and lifestyle site lastminute.com put presidential candidates to the test by seeing
how they rate as travel companions.
– American respondents shared their viewpoints on which candidates they’d
most want to include in their personal vacation time.
Results
– 44 percent would like to have Senator Obama as a holiday buddy because
he seems like a downright “cool guy to hang out with.” Others said:
- He’s a great companion for everything from exploring historical
sites to partying the night away.
- He’s most likely to score discounts on the road.
- Because the guy has “personality and seems the most chilled out.”
- He’s “sexy, young, smart, energetic, fun, charming, witty, cultured
and a great talker.”
– Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton ranked second (with 23 percent) mostly
because of the belief that she truly needs a holiday. Others said it
was because:
- They believe she’s “intelligent and sensitive” with much to teach.
- And, they’d get the inside scoop on former president Clinton.
– Among Republican respondents, the favorite travel buddy is reassuring
“Grandpa” McCain (with 14 percent).
– Unfortunately for Huckabee, not many would consider vacationing with
him, unless of course he’d consider bringing Chuck Norris along!
– Where would people take the candidates on vacation? More than 45
percent think the Caribbean would be the ideal solution for a break.
lastminute.com Bonus Results
– Who could most use a vacation right now?
- 58 percent say Senator Hillary Clinton is most desperately in need.
- Runner up is Senator McCain with 18 percent of the votes.
– Who would respondents least want to get stuck next to on the plane
ride?
- More than 34 percent (the largest group of respondents) say Mrs.
Clinton.
- Mr. Romney came in second (32 percent).
– When asked who might look best in a bathing suit on the beach:
- Obama wins with 64 percent of the vote.
- Romney came in second with 21 percent.
– Which candidates are least likely to be seen in a swimming suit with a
French model?
- Respondents predict Senators Clinton and Huckabee would be nowhere
in sight.
Quotes
Attributed to Giovanna Garlati, communications manager for lastminute.com
– “The comments were the funniest part to read, and it’s amazing to see
how willing people were to respond,”
– “It is clear from their responses that the battle between Senator
Clinton and Obama seems to reach far beyond political topics.”
About lastminute.com
NEEDHAM, Mass., Dec. 26 /PRNewswire/ — TripAdvisor®, the world’s largest travel community, today announced the ten funniest traveler posts of 2007, as chosen by TripAdvisor editors. Many of these gems and more can be found on our humor blog, http://tripadvisor.typepad.com/.
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1. Not So Great Expectations
"I could have done without the blood-stained mattress and the (actual)
chunk of poop on my bedspread, but I didn't expect the Hilton."
2. Rest in Peace
"I spent the night in the (hotel) room and experienced a friendly spirit.
This presence got into bed with me, an old lady, she was nice and I just
patted her on the head and we had a comfortable restful sleep. I think I
will ask for a different room next time."
3. Mime Over Matter
"The neighborhood is filled with aggressive mimes, including one sitting
on a toilet bowl (how creative). Room cards are changed for no reason and
you cannot understand why you can't get into your room. All in all it was
a very unpleasant stay."
4. Deep Thoughts
"Time could be spent pondering over the meaning of some of the many safety
signs around the complex. Out of the several we managed to identify, the
two we found to be of greatest use were 1. Not to step on any crocodiles
whilst bare foot, and 2. No ugly, or spotty children to frequent the
pool."
5. Is That Really What You Meant?
"I echo the sentiments of the previous reviewer. The ambience is lacking
to be sure, but the food is like angels copulating on your tongue."
6. Freezing Over
"Sleeping in the street during a blizzard would be better than staying at
this hell-hole. The place should be imploded."
7. No Accounting for Taste
"Subject: Crab Trap Restaurant. We enjoyed our experience at the Crap
Trap. The food is very good with nice size portions and reasonable prices
(especially for the shore). The only down side is the wait."
8. A Sore for Sight Eyes
"Food not special, and the couple that lives there with their dog is very
'homey' and 'folksy' types. Not for everyone. The premises are well kept,
but some private parts we could see thru open door were not."
9. Leave It to Beaver
"Imagine awakening at 4:00 am to the sound of loud footsteps in the
stairwell, only to realize that someone is drunk and knocking on your
hotel door saying, 'Beaver...it's me. Let me in, Beaver.'"
10. The Last Laugh
"In fact, I told the management there that I was putting a review on your
website about their poor service and they laughed at me and said go right
ahead, nobody reads the TripAdvisor site."
“With millions of reviews and opinions on TripAdvisor, in addition to helpful travel advice, there is some great color, and these comments got the most laughs from our editors.” said Michele Perry, director of communications for TripAdvisor.
Toronto, ON (PRWEB) November 12, 2007 — Meet Market Adventures (www.meetmarketadventures.com), the premiere event and social club for singles in North America, has identified the ten U.S. cities with the greatest population of singles between the ages of 24 and 55. New York City tops the list with the largest number of singles (over 1.9 million), while Washington, D.C. holds the record for highest concentration of single residents (43.8 percent).
“In today’s age of postponed marriages, longer working hours and high divorce rates, it’s no surprise that there are 25.4 million single adults between the ages of 24 and 55 living in North America,” says Travis Hartley, Founder of Meet Market Adventures. “We find that more and more are tired of the dating scene and just want to enjoy themselves.”
Top Ten Single Cities in America
Metro Areas — Population — % Single — Single Population (24-55 years of age)
1. New York — 17,799,861 — 31.90% — 1,930,573
2. Los Angeles — 11,789,487 — 28.50% — 1,142,401
3. Chicago — 8,307,904 — 32.60% — 920,848
4. Philadelphia — 5,149,079 — 33.80% — 591,732
5. Washington, D.C. — 3,933,920 — 43.80% — 585,839
6. Boston — 4,032,484 — 37.10% — 508,658
7. Miami — 4,919,036 — 30.40% — 508,432
8. Dallas/Ft. Worth — 4,145,659 — 32.90% — 463,733
9. Atlanta — 3,499840 — 38.50% — 458,129
10. Detroit — 3,903,377 — 29.70% — 394,163
Additionally, 54 percent of unmarried and single Americans are women and 63 percent of unmarried and single Americans have never been married. For every 100 unmarried women age 15 and over in the United States, there are 86 unmarried men.
**The above information was compiled by Meet Market Adventures from the most recent census data provided by the US Census Bureau (2000) and StatsCan (2001).
About Meet Market Adventures
Founded in Toronto in 2000, Meet Market Adventures is the premiere event and social club for singles in North America. An alternative to dating services, Meet Market Adventures provides an avenue for busy single professionals to meet while enjoying interesting events, excursions and vacations. To join Meet Market Adventures or for more information, visit www.meetmarketadventures.com.
A picture taken of a billboard in Bodrum, Turkey; hinting that the Armenian genocide might of been falsified.
As I sit and procrastinate about many useless responsibilities, I can’t get the current state of Turkey off my mind. Not only is there stark political divide concerning the acknowledgement and acceptance of the Turks invovlement in the Armenian genocide. Kurdish rebel forces are causing enormous distress in southeastern border of Iraq and Turkey, claiming lives by the day.
During my stay and my visit, none of this seemed to be present, or so I thought so. I started in Istanbul, traveled south following the Aegean coastline all the way down to the resort town of Bodrum, and then back. Coming fresh from Egypt, it was a surprise to see western civilization, modern infrastructure and people dressed in a liberal manner. This resonated throughout the entire trip. It seemed that Europe was seeping its way into Turkey, getting at the west coast first.
And this is what interested me the most, as I sat on a beach, next to a topless girl and listening to the prayers of the nearby mosque at the same time, I wondered what was going on to the east of me (That being the Kurdish region of Turkey). Where does this country change into what I have been seeing and hearing in the news. All I saw and all I was surrounded by was a bohemian lifestyle and there were never any troubles in sight.
And this is what is so intriguing about this country. For one, you have flourishing and appealing Europe and on the other you probably one of the most currently unsettled boarders in the world; who thought this were possible. But who am I to my to make an analysis of the country. I’m not a journalist and nor did I see all of Turkey. But what I did see was gorgeous, spectacular and unique.
And Turkish cuisine is exceptionally good, fresh and healthy. Yogurt is served everywhere and anywhere, and the baklavas are probably the best I’ve ever had (I apologize if I have insulted any Lebanese cooks by making this remark) And for once in my trip, I was able to easily purchase alcohol, which was so much more effective since my tolerance had dropped significantly due to a near 5 week abstinence of it. The Turkey I met, was easy going, liberal and funny.
So I left, way too earlier, I wanted to learn more, see more and speak more. There is too much to see, and it was so frustrating to think that 8 hours from my last step in Istanbul, I would be getting ready for class…
seb
AUSTIN, Texas, Oct. 4 /PRNewswire/ — Hysterical or historical, ghostly spirits enjoy America’s B&Bs, just like living guests. BedandBreakfast.com, the largest online B&B directory and reservation network worldwide, has compiled the most comprehensive list of B&Bs and inns where ghost-seekers will enjoy potentially close encounters with the other world, bed-and-breakfast style. For a complete list of Halloween packages and great places to sleep with a ghost, visit http://www.BedandBreakfast.com and click on B&B specials in the lower left corner.
From west to east, a sampling of B&B ghost stories is listed here:
Bottger Mansion of Old Town, Albuquerque, NM: Resident ghosts sigh, pace, and sometimes even dance, documented by investigators of the paranormal.
1888 Linburg House, Goliad, TX: Sightings include a woman in a white nightgown with long gray hair and a bearded man in a three-piece suit; both look like the original owners.
Bingham Hall B&B, New Ulm, MN: A man named Jake has been seen by innkeepers standing in the doorway, never going in or out. Guests say that the doors open by themselves, and they hear noises and feel a presence of someone watching them.
Rivercene Mansion B&B, Boonville, MO: This 1869 mansion was the home of riverboat captain Joseph Kinney. His son, Noble, died falling down the grand staircase. The heirs and their guests have encounters with Noble.
Old Harbour Inn, Savannah, GA: Guests have reported smelling cigar smoke when no smokers were present, experiencing things moving around, witnessing coins dropping on the floor, and more.
Carambola Inn B&B, Fuquay-Varina, NC: The scent of perfume and a feeling of an unseen presence give the impression that the former residents are still around. One sighting included a friendly woman hovering about five inches above the ground.
Manchester Inn, Ocean Grove, NJ: Check in to room 316, and ghosts may literally pull your leg; a guest felt a tugging at her pants leg several times.
1871 House, New York City, NY: One guest awoke to find a well-dressed man wearing a bowler hat standing at the end of her bed. She requested that he leave her alone; he slowly got up and left through the door.
Historic Inns of Rockland, Rockland, ME: Each of three historic inns has an interesting ghost story to tell, from friendly women waving in windows to tea cups flying across tables.
Brass Lantern Inn, Stowe, VT: Some report hearing people arrive late in the night, speaking loudly, and talking about the good time they had at a party.
To learn more about these inns and over 6,500 others, visit BedandBreakfast.com. A variety of search functions and extensive maps enable inngoers to find the perfect B&B. Travelers can make reservations online, purchase gift certificates welcomed at nearly 4,000 U.S. and Canadian inns, and read and write property reviews.
Additionally, for information on a range of independently owned distinctive lodging, visit BedandBreakfast.com’s sister site, http://www.Inns.com.
Corona, CA (PRWEB) October 1, 2007 — Honeymooner’s Review Guide recommends using a wedding coordinator for couples planning a destination wedding and specialist agents either certified or experienced in honeymoon travel. Survey results show that disappointing and disastrous honeymoons occur due to poor honeymoon planning.
“Those couples choosing destination weddings and honeymoons should be sure they get professional assistance,” according to Michelle McKenzie of Honeymooner’s Review Guide. The complexities involved in a destination wedding are far greater than a traditional wedding. Even if it is just bride and groom, caution and careful planning is her advice. Adding a wedding party and guests brings many more potential pitfalls and challenges. The website strongly suggests investing in either an independent wedding coordinator from the destination or seeking out a resort that has one in-house. Even then, careful research including checking references and talking with recent couples is advised. Tips on planning a successful destination wedding using a wedding coordinator are available on the website.
Real Honeymoon Stories — Total Disasters
As to the honeymoon, that special romantic time alone, honeymoon Couples who fail to research hotels properly or fail to use honeymoon travel specialists may end up with honeymoon disasters. Bad experiences can lead to a failed holiday for honeymoon couples even staying at top rated resorts.
Honeymooner’s Review Guide hears from thousands of couples returning from their destination weddings and honeymoons. LaVerne Haller states, “Honeymoon experiences range from ‘Passionately Romantic’ to ‘Our Worst Nightmare’. When asked why, she adds, “brides- and grooms-to-be are very busy these days, focused on the wedding day, and rely too much on quick internet arrangements rather than seeking out a competent honeymoon travel specialist.” The online destination wedding and honeymoon planning website provides all the tools to put together a romantic, memorable destination wedding and honeymoon, and they do not make travel reservations providing objectivity. All travel agents and wedding specialists listed on the site are experienced and carefully chosen.
Haller also states in her opinion, based on direct feedback from returning honeymooners, that “although internet sites like Expedia, Priceline, Orbitz, Travelocity, Hotwire, etc. might be options for some travel occasions, a honeymoon is not one of them”. Choosing the right destination and accommodations is paramount to having an enjoyable wedding and honeymoon experience remembered for a lifetime. She says that she highly recommends the use of a travel specialist for a destination wedding and honeymoon, but she stresses that it is also best for couples to invest time doing research, at least in the beginning. Why? Couples wanting to read from a sample of honeymooners who failed to research and plan, can do so on the site’s “Real Honeymoon Stories — Total Disasters” .
Where can honeymoon bound couples start? Their Guide to a Perfect Honeymoon starts with a “Honeymoon Quiz”. This assessment, along with their “Budget Cruncher” and other tools and ideas can be found on the website under honeymoon planning . Haller says that the main determinants are identifying a romantic location; a hotel, resort, cruise or other property at an affordable price that caters to romantic couples rather than families and children; good quality and selection of food; and enjoyable activities. Additionally, for honeymooners, a great guestroom and location is important and can be facilitated by reviewing their “How to book a Romantic Honeymoon Room”.
Couples can go to Ten Ways to Avoid Honeymoon Disasters to get advice on steps of honeymoon planning to learn how not only avoid a disaster, but ensure that special time together will be romantic, enjoyable and memorable.
Couples are also highly encouraged to sign up now at the 2nd honeymoon give-a-way to enter the drawing. The site awards several romantic vacations each year to returning couples who complete the short survey to review their resort or cruise to share with couples still planning their destination weddings and honeymoons. It is from this feedback that the website is able to rate hotels, resorts, and cruises Internationally and provide written reviews. Those who have completed their weddings and honeymoons can go directly to the online survey.
Milton, VT (PRWEB) September 25, 2007 — Adirondack Towels and Scrubs, a national supplier to the hospitality industry, announces their selection of the most outrageous travel stories for summer 2007.
Adirondack Towels and Scrubs keeps their customers up to date on important industry developments with daily news links posted on their web site’s home page as well as weekly newsletters sent via email. Every 3 months the company selects their most outrageous travel stories for the previous quarter.
“Summer is always a great time for odd and unusual travel stories, and this year was certainly no exception,” says Adirondack owner Joe McDonald.
Among the stories selected this quarter:
* The male air traffic controllers who chose to wear dresses to work
* The Panda research center that found a way to profit from 300 tons of Panda poop
* The arrest of a drunken flight attendant
* The passenger who successfully smuggled a monkey through airport security under his hat - TWICE
* The man who tried to smuggle 250 reptiles in his carry-on luggage
* The troubled airline that sacrificed two goats to appease a Hindu god
* The 40 people who were chosen specifically to trash a 146 room hotel
* The overly chatty 19 month old toddler who was booted from a flight
To view all of the stories selected by the company, visit: http://www.adirondacktowelsandscrubs.com/most-outrageous-travel-stories-summer-2007.html
A German bus driver threatened to throw a 20-year-old sales clerk off his bus in the southern town of Lindau because he said she was too sexy, a newspaper reported Monday.”Suddenly he stopped the bus,” the woman named Debora C. told Bild newspaper. “He opened the door and shouted at me ‘Your cleavage is distracting me every time I look into my mirror and I can’t concentrate on the traffic. If you don’t sit somewhere else, I’m going to have to throw you off the bus.’”
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