December | 2011 | NileGuide

America’s Best Toilets are Found in Chicago

December 28, 2011 | Travel News | Read More

In a world full of crappy toilets (pardon the pun), one facility is changing the face of public restrooms forever. Yes, Chicago’s Field Museum is literally winning awards for their epic potty place: they recently won the 10th annual “America’s Best Restroom” contest, run by a restroom-supply...

When Rockstars Fly Airplanes

December 26, 2011 | Travel News | Read More

What happens when you put Iron Maiden front-man Bruce Dickinson in the pilot’s seat? You arrive safely at your destination, that’s what. If you didn’t know (we certainly didn’t!), Dickinson has actually been the pilot for the budget airline Iceland Express for some time now. But Iceland Express...

Twilight Fans: Rent out Bella and Edward’s Honeymoon Suite

December 23, 2011 | Travel News | Read More

That’s right, the famous honeymoon suite from the latest Twilight movie is available to rent. And if you do rent it, please let us know…because then we’re allowed to laugh at you. It’s the site of Bella and Edward’s marriage consummation in Breaking Dawn: Part One, and the entire scene...

Air New Zealand Kills Off Sleazy Video Puppet

December 21, 2011 | Travel News | Read More

In one of the strangest twists we’ve seen recently in advertising, Air New Zealand decided to kill off its sleazoid, rat-puppet character “Rico”. In case you missed it, Rico got famous for saying things like, “I love her bush—it’s amazing,” in ‘reference’...

Walkable Coaster Opens in Germany

December 19, 2011 | Travel News | Read More

Though we used to love roller coasters as kids, we have to admit that as adults, our stomachs just can’t take them. Thanks goodness a couple of German designers have crafted a walkable coaster. Yes, it may be hard to believe, but you can now take a walk around the curves and loops of a full-fledged...

Ice Skating at Rockefeller Center [PICS]

December 16, 2011 | Travel News | Read More

Nothing reminds us of the excitement of holiday travel like skating at Rockefeller Center. It may be one of the most “touristy” things you can do in New York City, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t one of the most fun too. Grab a hat, some freshly roasted chestnuts, and enjoy the...

Public Bike Share is Now Sharing Helmets Too!

December 16, 2011 | Travel News | Read More

If you’re unfamiliar with Public Bike Share, it’s a nifty sharing system set up in major cities to allow people to rent out bicycles by simply using a sort of vending machine. However, up until now, the ability to rent accompanying helmets has been nonexistent. Engineers at SandVault (the creators...

Postcard Perfect: The Dead Sea, Israel

December 15, 2011 | Postcard Perfect | Read More

Bordering Israel to the west and Jordan to the East, the water of the Dead Sea has 33.7% salinity - making it 8.6 times saltier than the ocean. This means the water is incredibly buoyant, allowing swimmers the chance to experience virtual weightlessness unlike almost anywhere else in the world. Just...

Postcard Perfect: Monument Valley, Arizona

December 14, 2011 | Postcard Perfect | Read More

The colors of Monument Valley strike hard and fast, much like the rocks that seem to jut out directly from the middle of the Earth. These natural carvings, located on the southern tip of Utah and the northern edge of Arizona, make for some of the most beautiful views in the western states. The red color...

7 Totally Bizarre Mega-Statues

December 14, 2011 | Featured | Read More

There’s something about a massive towering statue that both excites us and totally freaks us out. Their sheer size is mind boggling, their design questionable, and taste level…you’ll see what we mean. 1. Emperors Yan and Huang – Zhengzhou, Henan, China Image: en.wikipedia.com Image:...

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