Travelers taking issue with budget airline Ryanair is nothing new. In fact, it now seems to simply be commonplace.
First, there was the Norwegian man who was arrested after complaining that the in-flight sandwich he purchased tasted like rubber. Then, of course, there ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Woman Pays Ryanair $390 To Print Boarding Passes, CEO Calls Her 'Stupid'
Travelers taking issue with budget airline Ryanair is nothing new. In fact, it now seems to simply be commonplace.
First, there was the Norwegian man who was arrested after complaining that the in-flight sandwich he purchased tasted like rubber. Then, of course, there ...YouTube Sensation: Real Actors Read Yelp
Possibly, I've been living under a rock, but I just discovered the hilarious YouTube series "Real Actors Read Yelp," the brainchild of Gotta Kid to Feed Productions.
Broadway thespians and television bit players provide heart-wrenching (and sometimes downright terrifying) ...
'The Perennial Plate' Partners With Intrepid Travel For Online Food Documentary Series
I'll be the first to raise my hand and say I despise most of the food shows currently on television and online. That's why I got so excited when I heard about "The Perennial Plate," a weekly online documentary series, "dedicated to socially responsible and adventurous ...Virtuoso's Travel Week Highlights New Luxury Travel Trends
Earlier this month in Las Vegas, leading luxury travel agency Virtuoso conducted the largest meeting of luxury brands in the travel industry, Virtuoso Travel Week.
While we sadly were stuck on the East Coast for this event, we kept close tabs on the "meetings of the ...Hotel Employees Dish Industry Dirt In Reddit Discussion
Reddit, the popular social news website, has been hosting a lively discussion amongst (alleged) current and former hotel employees across the globe, in which they serve up tantalizing tales of misdeeds, mishaps, scams and shocking industry policies.
Note that there is ...The Dos And Don'ts Of Voluntourism
In Juarez, Mexico, a group of American university students build houses. In Quito, Ecuador, medical professionals spend two weeks correcting cataracts – pro bono. In Kenya, handfuls of Hollywood stars try "making a difference" at orphanages. At the same time, these ...Assigned Seats? Airlines Face Heat For Discriminatory Seating Policies
A recent example from Qantas airlines illustrates a rare form of what some are calling "reverse discrimination" after a man was told to move seats because he was sitting next to an unaccompanied minor.
Qantas and Virgin both have safety policies that require unaccompanied ...World Speed Record Broken By Cheetah
Before last month, the world record holder for the 100-meter dash was Olympian Usain Bolt, with 9.58 seconds. However, on June 20, Sarah the cheetah beat this time, clocking in at 5.95 seconds. The 11-year-old cheetah, whose home is the Cincinnati Zoo in Ohio, was ...
Japan's Newest Summer Treat: Cream Puff With Soy Sauce Ice Cream
For those interested in creative cuisine, look no further than Japan. Last week, we told you about Tokyo's traditional Eel Day and how they prepare this special dish. Now, a Japanese confectionery company has come out with a cream puff filled with soy sauce flavored ice ...Video: Burkina Faso Plastic Bag Recycling
"Burkina Faso Plastic Bag Recycling" from Corentin Banzet on Vimeo.
In Burkina Faso, hope doesn't seem to always come easily. With one of the lowest GDP per capita figures in the world ($1,200) and a tumultuous political past that has led to widespread unrest, it's ...
New Yorkers Fight Back Against Airbnb Renters
While many travelers enjoy the benefits of using budget-friendly vacation rental sites like Airbnb, residents of New York are growing angrier over the service. The main reason for the unhappiness is when people use sites like Airbnb, they are supporting a sharing economy, ...Artist Campaigns To Convert Abandoned Detroit Neighborhood Into A Zombie Theme Park
While Detroit, Michigan, doesn't exactly have the best reputation when it comes to safety and quality of life, Mark Siwak wants to help change that. The artist has made a request on Indiegogo, asking for help with a new idea to turn an abandoned Detroit neighborhood into ...
Reducing Your Slavery Footprint
Despite my awareness of sweatshops, I was shocked while flipping through the July issue of Marie Clare on a recent flight, when I came across an article entitled, "What's Your Slavery Footprint?"
According to slaveryfootprint.org, (which is backed by the U.S. State ...Liquids Surrendered At Airport Security: Is There An Afterlife?
Ever looked at the mountain of liquids (or, in my case, that luscious, unopened jar of dulce de leche, and countless yogurts) accumulated at airport security and wondered where they end up? Yeah, me too. I've always hoped they go to charity and the water bottles recycled, ...New Airline Watchdog Pledges To Name Airlines That Don't Respond To Customer Complaints
Did you have a bad experience with your airline? Was your on-board meal atrocious? Did a dispute go unresolved? Now you have a place to complain and have your voice heard, as the new Airline Customer Advocate website has just launched on July 1.
The website focuses on ...Rabies Pre-Exposure Vaccine: Will Not Getting One Come Back To Bite You In The Butt?
Recently, a well-traveled friend of mine, whom I'll call Jules, went to Belize on vacation. While on an idyllic, live-aboard sailing trip, Jules, her husband, and mother decided to explore some cays by sea kayak. What happened next is one of my worst developing nation ...How To Prepare To Volunteer Abroad
Volunteering abroad is a worthwhile experience that allows you to help a community while really getting to know a culture. While rewarding, there is a lot of preparation, both physical and mental, that is necessary to get you ready for a volunteer vacation. To help you ...Southwest Passenger Told To Cover Up Her Cleavage
Apparently, there is now a dress code when boarding a flight. A female passenger on a Southwest Airlines flight from Las Vegas to New York on June 5 was told to cover up her cleavage before boarding.
The passenger told the online blog Jezebel, "I didn't ...
Video Of The Day: Fashion For The Weather
No matter how many times I manage to put together a surprisingly weather-appropriate outfit, I can't seem to keep tabs on what those outfits are after the day has passed. This affects my travel packing. Warm-weather climates are easy enough to deal with – a bikini, ...
Unique London Transport Option: Panda Cabs
As a cross-promotion with Chengdu, China, London is bringing "panda cabs" into the city. The campaign includes 50 cabs painted with "Go Chengdu," the official English tourism website of the Chinese city.
Home of giant pandas, Chengdu showcases their iconic animal on the ...
