Everyone loves this ‘gross’ attraction
PEOPLE have described it as “disgusting” but that hasn’t stopped them from naming it a “must-see” landmark.
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This American city will surprise you
IT was all but wiped out by a devastating hurricane 12 years ago, but this city has bounced back bigger and better than ever.
How to avoid America’s food tourist traps
SOUTHERN food is big right now — but there are a lot of gimmicky spots in the US wasting tourists’ time and money. Here’s how not to make that mistake.
The explosion that shook the globe
THE eruption of this volcano was one of the most devastating natural disasters of all time. Now the site offers a stunning surprise — for now.
The truth about your Hawaii luggage
BAGGAGE limits are never more important than when you’re heading to one of the world’s shopping capitals.
New non-stop flight to the US
AUSSIES love travelling to America. Lucky for us, United Airlines is set to launch a new daily service that will open up more than 70 cities.
Mesmerising picture of Burning Man
BURNING MAN is famous as the most debaucherous festival on Earth. But this photo captures a very different view of the Black Rock Desert.
Dad unwittingly goes viral after flight
WHEN this university student got a random pop culture question from her dad, she never would have guessed the response.
This drink is so wrong, it’s right
IF YOU need a little something to get you through many long, tiring hours in the so-called Happiest Place on Earth, this strange little concoction might do the trick.
Rise of America’s B-List cities
IF YOU’VE already ticked of America’s big-ticket destinations, it’s time to put these under the radar spots on your list.
Panic after ‘horrific’ tornado warning
THE flight had already been delayed two hours when the pilot issued his dire update on the weather conditions.
Get ready to fly direct to New York
QANTAS has announced a bold plan that will revolutionise air travel for Australians.
‘A night in Trump’s childhood home’
THE life-size cut-out in a dusty corner is just the start. In Donald Trump’s childhood home, you get a whole lotta US President.
Tourist holidays in wrong Sydney
A BACKPACKER landed in Sydney, Canada thinking it was Sydney, Australia. It took him a while to realise his massive mistake.
Inside the X-rated office
OWNERS and managers have faced scrutiny after firing three female employees who would not co-operate with their ‘misogynistic work environment’.
How to avoid sounding stupid overseas
NO ONE wants be that embarrassing tourist everyone laughs at. But using these words will probably guarantee just that.
Guests anger locals with X-rated stays
EVER since the upmarket hotel opened last month, nearby residents have been seeing way too much through the glass windows.
Surprising reasons to visit this city
WHEN you are done with the queues, the rides and wearing mouse ears there are some unexpected things to do in Orlando.
New York’s iconic logo almost didn’t exist
IT WAS first scrawled on the back of an envelope by someone in a taxi. But there were some major problems with this simple slogan.
Star Wars Land ‘a dream come true’
BRETT White cried over a photo of a theme park. He says that’s because Disney’s Star Wars Land is unlike any other park.
Huge problem with Instagram star’s photo
THIS high-profile blogger’s travel snap in New York City makes perfect Instagram fodder — but a close look of the skyline is raising suspicions.
You can stay in Pablo Escobar’s old house
EVER wondered what it would be like inside the home of a notorious drug kingpin? Now you can sleep in Pablo Escobar’s old place and find out.
United Airlines’ most ridiculous stuff-ups
FROM the death of the world’s biggest rabbit to people getting booted from seats, these are United’s most outrageous blunders.
World’s newest island turns dangerous
THE party is already over for people flocking to this newly formed island off the US coast, where five people have needed to be rescued.
Dad fined for taking kid to Disney World
WHEN Jon Platt pulled his daughter out of school to take her to Disney World, he had no idea it would cost him more than $50,000.
Where it’s too hot for planes to fly
IT IS so hot in Phoenix, Arizona that more than 40 flights have been grounded. But why can’t planes fly when the mercury soars?
Why you should say no to the free drinks
THERE is a fine line between love and hate. And the things that make us want to visit Vegas are also the reasons to never go back.
‘Oh the place you will go’
FANS of Dr Seuss go wild for a new attraction dedicated to the Green Eggs and Ham man — but there are some controversial omissions.
New York’s violent turf war over tourists
IRONICALLY, The Statue of Liberty — a symbol of freedom — is at the heart of it. And not even the tourists are safe.
Artist sculpts dog peeing on ‘Fearless Girl’
NEW York City’s most talked-about statue has found a provocative little friend. And it has escalated the statue war on Wall Street.
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