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Cruise secrets: How to ALWAYS avoid the crowds when using onboard facilities
Cruise holidays are a popular choice with families wanting a trip around the world, yet come with a downside – long queues. With some cruise ships able to hold more than 3,000 passengers at a time, this can often result in crowded areas. Queues at breakfast as well as at the activities such as pool […]
‘Make peace great again!’ Crowds take to Brussels streets to protest NATO, Trump (VIDEO, PHOTO)
Hundreds of anti-war activists swarmed the streets of Belgium’s capital, decrying NATO ahead of the organization’s upcoming summit. Chanting protesters took aim personally at the US president, toting “Trump not welcome” signs. [embedded content] The rally on Saturday saw demonstrators marching towards the NATO headquarters, where the leaders of the 28-member alliance are set to […]
Hitman 2 gives players more information and bigger crowds to hide in
The 2016 reboot of Hitman was one of my favorite games in a strong 2016, and I’m excited to get back into that world of pure assassination. But from the first trailer for Hitman 2, I wasn’t sure if it would feel like a full sequel as opposed to a second season of the same […]
Ramadan suicide: Man jumps to his death into crowds at Mecca’s Grand Mosque (VIDEO)
A foreigner has jumped off the roof of the Grand Mosque in Mecca and died on the spot, Saudi Press Agency (SPA) reported citing local police. Alleged footage of the incident was published by Turkish newspaper Daily Sabah. The man jumped to his death from at the Grand Mosque on Friday evening, according to the […]
Billionaires’ vacation perks range from Ferrari-driving lessons to after-hours tours away from the crowds — here’s what it’s really like to travel while rich
Billionaire vacation perks far exceed luxury hotels and first-class flights. Private Farrari driving lessons, after-hour visits to tourist sites, and private art tours are just some of the experiences Nota Bene Global plans for the its wealthiest clients. Nota Bene Global plans vacations for the ultra-wealthy, who have net worths ranging from $ 10 million to $ 8 […]
16 travel destinations for people who want to get away from the crowds
Oscity/Shutterstock For travellers hoping for a quiet and solitary vacation, these destinations offer an opportunity to reflect. The peaceful beauty of Lapland in the summertime is ideal for introverts, where daylight lasts for 24 hours a day. Two of the idyllic oceanside hideaways are located in California — Shelter Cove and Catalina Island. If uncrowded […]
Crowds gather for ‘March for Life’ demo in Washington (IMAGES)
Thousands of anti-abortion advocates have descended on Washington DC for the annual March For Life demonstration at the National Mall. President Donald Trump addressed the crowd Friday, becoming the third sitting US president to do so. Trump, who spoke via satellite from the White House Rose Garden, followed a precedent set by his Republican predecessors […]
Holidays for 2018: Hate crowds? You should definitely avoid THIS popular European hotspot
Holiday fun can often be limited by overcrowded areas, which mean queues, unnecessary stress and a less than relaxing experience. While popular tourist destinations around Europe always attract high numbers of visitors, some are substantially more crowded than others. One of these is Amsterdam, a tourist hub well known for its charming canals, cycling culture […]
“Face reality! We need net neutrality!” Crowds chant across the country
Enlarge / Protestors waved signs saying “Say not to corporate control” and “StopTheFCC.” (credit: Cyrus Farivar) Protestors across the nation rallied in support for network neutrality on Thursday, a week before the Federal Communications Commission is scheduled to take a historic vote rolling back network neutrality regulations. Protestors say those regulations, which were enacted by […]