Without a doubt, The Bubble Room ranks as the #1 kitschy restaurant I’ve ever discovered anywhere IN THE WORLD! That’s a pretty strong statement, I know, but after reading today’s post I think you’ll agree with me. You’ll know you’ve arrived when you spot the building that looks like every color of paint was just poured over it. Let the fun begin!
The Bubble Room does not take reservations, so arrive in advance. Even in the low season when I visited, waits were upwards to an hour or so. Arrive for an early dinner (5:00ish and you’ll walk right in). Plus, it’s easy to find parking in the lot.
I discovered this Santa, made entirely out of condoms at the Birds & Bees Resort in Pattaya, Thailand. I was going to publish this on Christmas Day, but the fact that he’s made entirely out of multi-colored, unwrapped (but unused) condoms made me cringe. It just seemed wrong – even I have a line!
So now that Christmas has come and gone, enjoy this strangely-made Santa.
What do you think of the Condom Santa Statue? Share by commenting.
I’ll see you out there…!
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I spotted this one at the Houston Airport during a layover, and I must say, after having Airport Tacos, the men’s room can certainly turn into a severe weather area! And the toilet bowl swirls just like indicated in the photo!
Ewww… too far on this one? Share your opinion by commenting.
I’ll see you out there…!
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I don’t eat a whole lot of fast food in the United States, but while traveling… I like to sample a few and compare. Case-in-point, the McDonald’s Mega Mac. While traveling through Australia, I came across Hungry Jack’s, an obvious “knock-off” of Burger King.
Or so I thought.
You see, while traveling in South Africa I came across the Pick ‘n Pay clothing store, which looked exactly like Old Navy. So I’ve somewhat grown accustom to other countries trying to circumvent American Trademark Laws.
Curious about the toe? This YouTube Video tells the whole story…
The Sour Toe Cocktail was originated by Captain Dick (you can read the history here). It’s an eerily, curious drink that only the bravest try.
You Too Can Become a SourToe Cocktail Club Member
If you’re up for the challenge, visit the Downtown Hotel in Dawson City, Canada. It’s in the Yukon Territory. Stop in the bar and ask what time the “Toe Captain” will be there to drop the toe into your shot. On my most recent trip, it was posted that he was there every day from 7-9 P.M.
Traveling exposes you to new things, that’s for sure. From food, music, fashion, holidays and more, you’ll always be surprised when you visit a new country.
But despite the differences, there are also many similarities. You’ll find the same food, music, fashion, holidays and more in New York as you would in Bangkok, reminding you that the more we are different, the more we are all the same.
And then there are the things that catch you by surprise. That make you do a double-take. The thinks that make you stop and say, “what on earth was that?”. Let me show you what I mean from a trip to Singapore… behold, giant bottles of soy sauce.
Today’s post is a quickie and includes one of my favorite photos. On a backpacking trip in Amsterdam a few years back I exited the train station and encountered this bike rack.
Many people associate the dutch with bicycling – but I never thought they were this serious about biking!
Can you imagine trying to find your bike in this mess? And then having to get it out if it was in the middle of the pack? Yikes!
Have you ever been biking in Amsterdam? What was your experience like? Share by commenting.