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[9 Mar 2010 | No Comment | 637 views]
How to Pick Up Prostitutes Around the World (Part 1)

So you’re out in the world shopping for some hookers? 
First off, you must be aware of the issues and debates surrounding prostitution worldwide.
Pro Ho: As it goes, prostitution is the oldest profession in history (were there hookers before doctors?). People who side with the legalization of prostitution  generally believe women should have the choice to sell their bodies as commodities given the ancient demand for the services they provide.  Since you will not find a place in the world without  hookers (legal or not) why not create systems that are better able …

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[23 Feb 2010 | No Comment | 1,214 views]
How to Use Toilets Around the World…

Sir Thomas Crapper, although not the inventor of the flush toilet as popularly believed, was a hell of a guy.  The pusher of potties, the bad boy of bathrooms, Crapper advocated the use and development of sanitary plumbing for his entire life.  The world caught on quickly and the use of toilets spread globally.  Since the humble days of Crapper, people around the world have thought of new and interesting ways to drop off their smellies:
 
Germany- Poo Platform

Like a mullet: business in the front and party in the back (except …

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[8 Feb 2010 | 4 Comments | 8,863 views]
OTPs Europe by Eurail Contest – Win a 1st Class Global Pass + Flip HD or iPOD Nano!

We got our sticky little hands on something amazing and we are giving this bundle of awesomeness away to one, qualified and enthusiastic reader thanks to Eurail.com!
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Win a 1st Class 15-Day Eurail Global Pass and your choice of a FLIP HD Camera or iPOD Nano!! 
Eurail (Eurail.com) is a great company designed to make train travel through Europe more affordable. Instead of buying single ride tickets at train stations (which can become costly if you plan to travel between various destinations), they sell passes that give you …

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[26 Jan 2010 | 27 Comments | 50,801 views]
The 9 Most Interesting Variations of a Hot Dog Around the World

We’ve got the stars and stripes, the Fourth of July and the Liberty Bell.  But nothing screams America more than hot dogs.  They are our national culinary pride and joy.  Not only is August 26th National Hot Dog Day, we bet you didn’t know about the National Hot Dog & Sausage Council (a committee dedicated to that wonderful meat and bun).  From America’s east to west coast, each city swears by its own interpretation of the dog (with Chicago and New York swearing the loudest).  Taking the blank sausage and …

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[6 Jan 2010 | 18 Comments | 100,955 views]
The Most Pornographic Statues You Must See Around the World!

Since the beginning of time, people around the world have been fascinated with nakedness and have constructed works of art to showcase their fascination for all to see.  OTP brings you the raunchiest, the sexiest and the most naked of them all to add to your must see list.  Better get you some handy wipes, these are the most pornographic statues you must see around the world…
 
Konark Sun Temple
India

In the land of Kama Sutra, finding public works of erotica isn’t difficult.  We’re not talking accidental nipple flashes but full-on depictions …

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[21 Dec 2009 | 5 Comments | 4,099 views]
The Top 10 Hostels Around the World

Now that sufficient time has passed since the movie “Hostel” scared the shit out of you, and you may have given our article “Hostels vs. the movie “Hostel” a read , OTP has gathered a list of the best hostels around the world.  We’re not talking about hostels that try to be hotels: mints on your pillows, spotless showers and room service.  The perfect hostel should maintain a level of comfortable dinginess that we backpackers know and love, a friendly staff, safety is a plus, kitchen a must-have and its popularity with …

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[16 Dec 2009 | 33 Comments | 7,872 views]
The 9 Most Successful Travel Bloggers of the Year

What does it take to become a successful blogger? Everyday, more and more “get rich quick” schemes are popping up all over the internet with the exciting prospect of becoming financially independent as a blogger. For those who have spent time developing a blog, you may find these adverts laughable (though understandably enticing). Developing a successful blog takes time, dedication, hard work, an array of skills, more time and dedication with a pinch of talent and some luck. You must balance being a journalist, web designer/programmer, researcher, promoter, networker and publicist on a …

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[14 Dec 2009 | 5 Comments | 40,028 views]
10 Unique Places to Celebrate New Year’s in 2010

New Year’s in the United States typically involves an over-crowded party with cheap champagne in plastic flutes and a cheesy cover band – all for an extremely inflated price. Looking for something different this year? Here are 10 unique ways people around the world will celebrate the coming of 2010…
Most Unique Experience: Morocco
How about starting your year partying like a shaman, in a desert caravan? Here’s the deal: book a budget tour of the Sahara (this one costs about $400 for 10 days, all-inclusive), hop on a camel and let …

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[8 Dec 2009 | 59 Comments | 153,371 views]
Top 10 Backpacking Travel Destinations for 2010

We all know Cancun, Miami and Cabo are great for spring break. There is nothing wrong with enjoying the company of drunken college chicks and cheap tequila on the beach. But this year, we urge you to dig a little deeper. An entire world of similarly (likely more) satisfying experiences lie ahead and the best time to begin exploring them is now. From the best beaches, most picturesque scenery to the best drinks, food and art, OTP has you covered. Based on our network of backpacking buddies who have traveled …

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[23 Nov 2009 | 4 Comments | 4,389 views]
7 Must Know Bar Drinks from Around the World

Booze is our escape from the reason and logic bestowed on us by the powers that be.   From Pabst to top shelf black labels of this and that, we all have our stories of drinking, getting drunk and doing stupid shit.  We have all done the keg house parties, jungle juice gatherings and endless shot for shot competitions.  At this point, we bet your liver is begging you to stop drinking that purple drank.  Before you give in to its pleas, let us show you how to booze it up …