First Class, Business Class, Economy Class, … Loo Class?

The New Yorker flying with JetBlue from New York to San Diego on a “buddy pass” - a standby travel voucher that JetBlue employees give to friends – was forced to give his seat to flight attendant and told by the pilot to sit in a… toilet.

When passenger objected, he was told by the pilot that "he was the pilot, that this was his plane, under his command that (passenger) should be grateful for being on board,"

For some reason now the passenger is suing the JetBlue airline for $2 million.

And who was laughing at the Hale&Pace's 'Yorkshire Airlines', ha? But do not worry, we do not sell JetBlue tickets, you are safe… for now at least ;)

Lebanon travel warning

Britons have been warned by the Foreign Office against any travel to Lebanon amid running gunbattles in parts of Beirut.

Official travel advice was hardened, and those already in the country told to exercise "particular vigilance" and avoid troublespots.

The fighting between rival groups has led to the closure of the capital's international airport as well as some major roads.

The full text reads:

The Foreign and Commonwealth Office today changed its Travel Advice for Lebanon. Due to ongoing violent clashes between rival groups in Beirut, the closure of Beirut International Airport and the blockage of some other major roads we now advise against all travel to Lebanon. The relevant summary points now read:

“We advise against all travel to Lebanon. The violent exchanges on the streets of Beirut and elsewhere between opposition and pro-government groups, which began on 7 May, continue to pose a danger to bystanders. If you are currently in Lebanon you should exercise particular vigilance at this time and wherever possible avoid areas where there has been fighting in recent days. You should ensure that you are content with your personal security arrangements and keep yourself up to date with developments, including by regularly monitoring this travel advice. See the political section of this advice for more details.

You may find difficulty in travelling into or out of Lebanon. Beirut International Airport is currently inaccessible. The road to the Al Masna crossing (to Damascus) has been blocked at frequent intervals in the last two days. The road to the north (via Tripoli) and the northern crossings at Arida and Aboudieh remain clear. Roads to Syria are also subject to closure. British passport holders wishing to leave Lebanon can purchase a visa for Syria at the Lebanon/Syria border. Please seek local advice before attempting to leave by this means. See the Political Situation and Local Travel sections of this advice for more details”

Read the full travel advice for Lebanon

FCO Travel Advice can also be obtained on the following telephone number: 0845 850 2829.

FCO Travel Advice is kept under constant review. This advice is based on our latest assessment of the situation in Lebanon

Most luxurious hotel to be built t in Antalya

An hotel being constructed by in southern province of Antalya's Aksu region is set to surpass world's most luxurious hotel in Dubai namely Burj al-Arab.

Mardan Istanbul Palace is expected to re-define the concept of luxury in hotels throughout the globe.

Rooms in Mardan Istanbul Palace will be rented for fees ranging from 400 USD to 20,000 Euros.

The hotel will have 500 rooms. 70 percent of all rooms will be 60-70 square meters large. Standard rooms will be 45-50 square meters large while double-bedrooms will be 200 square meters large.

In addition, there will be 20 villas each 100 square meters large and king suites on top floor of the hotel, each 2,500 square meters large.

The swimming pool, which will resemble the Istanbul Strait –Bosphorus, will be 24,000 square meters large and will be the world's second biggest swimming pool. The pool will be surrounded by restaurants.

Interior decoration of the hotel is being made by Zeynep Fadillioglu. All decorative materials resemble historical artifacts from the Ottoman era. Ismailov paid 80,000 Euros for a single sofa dating back the Ottoman era.

While the main body of the hotel will resemble the Dolmabahce Palace, the garden floor will resemble the Covered Bazaar.

Lesbos in court over 'lesbians'

When hearing the word ‘lesbian’, do you think of the geographical destination or sexual orientation?

Well, that’s the point three people from Lesbos are trying to make by taking a gay rights group to court for using the word ‘lesbian’ in its name. According to one of the plaintiffs, the Homosexual and Lesbian Community of Greece, "insults the identity" of the people of Lesbos, who are also known as Lesbians.

My sister can't say she is a Lesbian," said Dimitris Lambrou. "Our geographical designation has been usurped by certain ladies who have no connection whatsoever with Lesbos," he said.

So here you go, not all Lesbians like lesbians. I am trying hard to feel sorry of either of the groups, but I just cannot stop laughing at the idea of the court case :D Very un-pc of me.

$1m palm tree

Scientists in Ivory Coast are trying to sell a coconut tree for 1 million dollars.
The tree is botanical curiosity as most of coconut palms have single trunk and head, but this one has three.

Even though the tree is for sale to fund the further research, the idea is just bananas, isn’t it?

Source and photo: BBC

Open wide!

Description: A worker cleans a large model crocodile in preparation for a live crocodile show opening next month in Manila April 28, 2008.
Location: Manila, Philippines
Credit: REUTERS/Romeo Ranoco
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Vatnajokull - Europe's largest national park opens soon

Vatnajokull in Iceland, the largest national park in Europe is to open from 7th of June. The 13,000 square kilometres park covers 13% of Iceland and will include previously unprotected land as well the existing Skaftafell and Jökulsárgljúfur national parks.

Olof Yrr Atladottir, director general of the Icelandic Tourist Board, said: “Personally, I see a myriad of possibilities for all sorts of activities opening up such as action tours, eco-recreation, study visits and learning experiences as well as the chance to experience the nurturing silence of Iceland's highlands.”