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BEATLE BEAT TRIVIA HODGEPODGE<\/b><\/h3>\n

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A T-Boy staffer was listening the other morning to “Breakfast with the Beatles<\/a>,” \u00a0and DJ Chris Carter<\/a> (more than a serious Beatle-ologist) said years ago a friend posed this question to him: “If you encountered a visitor from another world and could play only ONE Beatles song that would explain their overall greatness, what would that song be?”<\/b> Carter said his friend “then shoved a note into my pocket and said, \u2018I already know what your answer will be and I wrote it down on that piece of paper.\u2019” Carter continued, “Well, the pressure was on… so I went through all the mental deductions like, can’t use anything off Sgt. Pepper for example because those songs would only be representative of their psychedelic era…etc.”\u00a0 Anyway, he came up with a song and it was indeed what his friend had written down on the note.<\/p>\n

I was initially floored by his answer, but it made perfect sense and was the best choice the more I thought about it. (I likely would not have arrived at this on my own).<\/p>\n

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Ready For A Nap?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Weary travelers can rent sleeping pods and shower time in the Nine Hours hotel at Tokyo’s Narita International Airport
\n<\/i><\/strong>Courtesy <\/i>Chris Weller<\/a><\/i> \u2013 Business Insider<\/i>
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There aren’t many frills at the Nine Hours<\/a> hotel, but when you’re only staying for a nap or a layover between flights, soft sheets and a dark space are pretty much all you need. Nine Hours is a Japanese chain of pod hotels started in 2009, with each chain designed to accommodate people for between one and nine hours depending on their needs. For $44, guests gain access to a private pod, sleepwear, and access to the bathrooms and lounge. Or for $7 you can just take a shower.<\/p>\nMORE<\/a><\/span>\n

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The Shortest Path to Real-Life Conversations<\/span><\/b><\/h3>\n

Which language would you like to learn? Try it out for free!<\/span><\/p>\nMORE<\/a><\/span>\n

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John Heard \u2013 RIP<\/b><\/h3>\n

Actor John Heard<\/a> (1946\u20132017) passed away on July 21, 2017. He was 72-years-old. Though much has been made of him as a \u2018character actor\u2019 in trifles like Home Alone<\/i> and Big<\/i>, there are many who have been enamored by him for his earlier leading roles. In particular, his acting in Ivan Passer\u2019s Cutter\u2019s Way<\/i><\/a> is regarded as a true Shakespearian performance. In the film Heard plays a cynical, hard drinking, conspiracy driven Vietnam War veteran who lost an arm, leg and one-eye on the battlefield. Romantic roles included Joan Micklin Silver\u2019s Head Over Heels<\/i><\/a> (aka Chilly Scenes of Winter) and Paul Schrader\u2019s remake of Cat People<\/a><\/i>. Between The Lines<\/i><\/a> (JM Silver again), Trip to Bountiful<\/i><\/a>, Martin Scorsese\u2019s After Hours<\/i><\/a> and his portrayal of Jack Kerouac in Heartbeat<\/i><\/a> were also among critic\u2019s favorites.<\/p>\n

Visit this page for more details<\/a><\/p>\n

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Heard & Lisa Eichhorn in Cutter\u2019s Way.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Clear Your Schedules: Events Throughout Buenos Aires Fill Up The 2017 Calendar<\/b><\/h3>\n

South America\u2019s Capital of Cool Abounds with Festivals Throughout the Year<\/i><\/strong><\/p>\n

Buenos Aires, a city renowned for its vivacity, cuisine, passionate people and unique culture gets even more thrilling and interesting in 2017, with a top-notch lineup of festivals and events. Travelers visiting Buenos Aires this year will have many things to see and do including agricultural festivals, tango competitions, design and fashion events, and gay parades. Festivals are also a great way to meet the Porte\u00f1o<\/em> locals, who are known for their warmth and welcoming attitude.<\/p>\n

Upcoming events in the City of Many Passions during the second half of the year, include:<\/p>\nMORE<\/a><\/span>\n

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Happy Summer Months from the staff at TravelingBoy<\/b><\/h3>\n

We have designated this Summer to think of those who suffer from great sorry and misfortune. Here are some of our favorite charities.<\/p>\nMORE<\/a><\/span>\n

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Star Wars Resort Coming to Disney World<\/b><\/h3>\n

Disney World vacationers will one day have the opportunity for an all-encompassing Star Wars experience, from hotel to theme park.<\/p>\n

Every Star Wars fan knows the park attraction is coming in 2019 (the 14-acre land at Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando now has an official name, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge). A Florida resort is coming, too, and Disney touts it as a “one-of-a-kind experience where a luxury resort meets a multi-day adventure in a galaxy far, far away.”<\/p>\n

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John Lennon\u2019s Typewriter<\/b><\/h3>\n

SFO’s mini art exhibit has a gem right now in current exhibition.<\/p>\n

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TIME CAPSULE CINEMA<\/b><\/h3>\n

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The Battle of Algiers<\/em> \u2013 A Look Back<\/strong><\/h4>\n

By Walt Mundkowsky<\/i><\/p>\n

Directed by<\/strong>:\u00a0Gillo Pontecorvo<\/a>
\nWriting Credits<\/strong>:\u00a0Franco Solinas<\/a> and\u00a0Gillo Pontecorvo<\/a>
\nMusic by<\/strong>:\u00a0Ennio Morricone<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Gillo Pontecorvo<\/a>
\nCinematography by<\/strong>: \u00a0Marcello Gatti<\/a>
\nCast<\/b>:\u00a0Brahim Hadjadj<\/a>,\u00a0Jean Martin<\/a>,\u00a0Yacef Saadi<\/a><\/p>\nMORE<\/a><\/span>\n

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\nHands down, this Canadian gem is our pick for the most hilarious, madcap travel show on the cybersphere.<\/p>\n

In this zany episode, the Travel Guys take on a Mediterranean Cruise.<\/p>\nMORE<\/a><\/span>\n

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How to Resolve Fights over Reclining Airplane Seats<\/b><\/h3>\n

An investigation into the economics of reclining<\/b>
\nCourtesy of Christopher Buccafusco & Christopher Jon Sprigman, Evonomics<\/i><\/p>\n

Not since the Battle of the Somme has such little space been the subject of such intense conflict.<\/p>\nMORE<\/a><\/span>\n

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Countries That Require Visas for Americans<\/b><\/h3>\n

The State Department\u2019s Office of American Citizens Services and Crisis Management (ACS) administers the Consular Information Program, which informs the public of conditions abroad that may affect their safety and security. Country Specific Information, Travel Alerts, and Travel Warnings are vital parts of this program.<\/p>\nMORE<\/a><\/span>\n

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Stay Informed, Stay Connected, Stay Safe!<\/b><\/h3>\n

The Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) is a free service to allow U.S. citizens and nationals traveling abroad to enroll their trip with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate.<\/p>\nMORE<\/a><\/span>\n

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Man Tried to Bite Flight Attendant, Jumped From Plane<\/b><\/h3>\n

The man then made his way to the galley, pried open the door and jumped. He appeared in federal court Friday on a charge of assaulting\/intimidating a flight crew member.<\/p>\n

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Tipping Etiquette Around the Globe<\/strong><\/h3>\n

As North Americans, tipping is a reality, and we are sensitive that the wait staff receives their due. We generally like to tip at the amount of 15% to 20%. After all, the wait staff in North America depends on it.<\/p>\n

But if you are confused about tipping in other destinations, we determined what\u2019s best to tip outside of North America.<\/p>\n