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The Aitutaki Lagoon Resort & Spa, Cook Islands

The luxe hotel is divided into two buildings. One faces a lagoon, the other faces the ocean. Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman

Hilton Bora Bora Nui Resort and Spa, Bora Bora

There’s just something about riding on a roller coaster and screaming at the top of your lungs. And we’re lucky that the US has some of the best rides in the world. Here’s our list of 10 roller coasters in the States that are guaranteed to leave you breathless. Grab the kids and get in the ride train – here we go!

1. Bizarro – Six Flags New England

Drop 221 feet into a fog-filled underground tunnel and come out with a better understanding of what it takes to be a superhero – or supervillain – with Bizarro. You’ll bullet through this universally acclaimed coaster at 77 MPH as you twist and turn through a ride that’s befitting Superman’s evil twin (incidentally, this ride was originally called Superman: Ride of Steel). Don’t worry if you hadn’t heard of Bizarro before this ride because you’ll know exactly who he is after braving all 5,400 feet of track at this park just 30 minutes away fromHartford.

2. Banshee – Kings Island

Kings Island in Mason, Ohio, tore down the Son of Beast in 2012 to build Banshee and we’re better off for it. Banshee is the world’s longest inverted roller coaster (yes, your legs dangle on this one) with 4,124 feet of track. Just imagine powering through seven separate inversions on this one as you hit a top speed of 68 miles per hour. OK, now pick your jaw up off the floor.

3. Millennium Force – Cedar Point

You know you’re riding something from another world when it creates a new category of roller coasters – the giga-coaster. That’s what the beastly Millennium Force at Cedar Point in Sandusky, Ohio, has done, standing 310 feet tall with a top speed of 93 MPH. Add in a couple of steep banks and tunnel runs, and you’ve got one ride that’s sure to get you off your seat.

4. Kingda Ka – Six Flags Great Adventure

Ever been on a roller coaster where you go so fast that you scream and your voice finally catches up after a while like you’re in a Looney Tunes cartoon? Kingda Ka will make you know all about that and more. This behemoth of a coaster shoots you out from 0 to 128 miles per hour in only 3.5 seconds to make it the fastest in the nation. This U-shaped ride stands 456 feet tall to make it the tallest in the country, too. Kingda Ka lasts less than 30 seconds, but that might be merciful after facing that kind of speed

5. Intimidator 305 – Kings Dominion

Famed NASCAR driver Dale Earnhardt would be proud of this roller coaster that bears his nickname. Intimidator 305 stands 305 feet tall at its highest point, and dumps you 300 feet down on the first drop at an 85-degree angle. Coaster enthusiasts love its twists and turns at high speeds, which give riders everything they can handle.

6. The Voyage – Holiday World

Tucked into the town of Santa Claus, Indiana, is the longest wooden roller coaster in the world (1.2 miles!) atHoliday World. That might not sound like much but when you add in a world-record five underground tunnels, three separate sections of 90-degree banking and an astonishing 24.3 seconds of weightlessness and you’ve got one of the best roller coasters on the planet.

7. El Toro – Six Flags Great Adventure

Here’s a spot where looks are deceiving. Yes, El Toro is a wooden roller coaster. But how many of those “classic” coasters takes you almost 19 stories up for opening drop of 176 feet at a 76-degree angle – that would be the biggest drop of any wooden coaster in the country. Zoom through this ride at 70 MPH and you won’t believe this one is easy to tame.

8. New Texas Giant – Six Flags Over Texas

When it comes to the Lone Star State it’s got to be big – it’s kind of their thing. But this hybrid roller coastergives us the best of both steel and wooden architecture that makes it a destination for people on a Dallas vacation. That sounds a bit fancy, true, but there’s a lot under the hood of these Cadillac-style trains. A 153 foot lift gives way to one of the biggest drops for a wooden coaster around. Just hearing how this roller coaster handles at 65 MPH is enough to give anyone a reason to say “God Bless Texas!”

9. SheiKra – Busch Gardens Tampa

What can you do to make a coaster that climbs 200 feet to the very edge of a 90-degree drop more intimidating? Take the floor off the ride train. It gives you an incredible rush to see nothing under your feet for the ride that soars to speeds of 70 MPH!

10. Gatekeeper – Cedar Point

If you’ve never been on a wing roller coaster, then this one might spoil you. Cedar Point’s Gatekeeper is the tallest, fastest and longest wing ride anywhere in the world. It features the tallest inversion of any roller coaster at 170 feet above ground and whisks you around for a 2-minute, 20-second rush at speeds reaching 67 MPH. And if you can stand to open your eyes long enough you can maybe see Lake Erie in a flash.

What roller coaster(s) make you scream? Let us know below.

You’re hoping for a nice, relaxing plane flight to some tropical destination. But there are people in this bus with wings that seem bent on ruining the trip before it even starts. Here are 10 people that annoying us on planes.

1. The storage hog

You’ve waited patiently to board the plane and just want to toss your carry-on into the storage bin. Yet when you go to place it in the overhead compartment you see your neighbor’s jacket, sweater and laptop out of their luggage. That space is at a premium and they’re hogging it. Instead of yelling at them yourself, just let the flight attendant know what’s happened – they know all the tricks to move their junk around and still fit your stuff comfortably in the compartment.

2. The stinky one

The plane is at capacity and you should be relaxing, but all you can think about is the person next to you that hasn’t showered since the Bush Administration. They’re pungent. Like blue cheese that’s been left in a car during the summer pungent. Flight attendants keep some deodorant on hand for this very reason, but a less obtrusive way of making it better is just taking one of those little tree air fresheners for your car and placing it between the seats. Just open the bottom of the package because a fully exposed freshener will give you one heck of a headache.

3. Armchair dictators

Still not sure why airplane seat designers haven’t devised a way to give each seat an armrest, but it’s what we’ve got to deal with now. Two seats. One armrest. The winner takes all… at least that’s what your neighbor believes as they hog the whole thing. There’s really no polite way to handle this one, so just elbow your way in for a portion of the armrest. These folks usually get the point when you use a tad bit of force as long as you’re not delivering “The People’s Elbow.”

4. Chatty Cathy

I don’t think any of us really mind a little small talk with our immediate neighbors on the plane. But when they’re still chatting you up 40 minutes into the flight? Not so much. You could just tell them to zip it, but that’s aching to give you some bad juju. Easier way to deal with it is to just slip your headphones on (over-the-head style is preferable) and they’ll usually pipe down.

5. The total recliner

It takes a while for us to wiggle into that moment of Zen while in our chair. That spot where everything is perfect with you and your surroundings. Then the person in front of you decides to recline all the way down, killing your serenity, use of the meal tray and free space as well. Most folks will gladly move their seatback when asked nicely. If they wind up being a real jerk about it, you’re well within your right to call a flight attendant over and ask to switch seats.

6. The one with the sniffles

When you think about it, airplanes are perfect germ incubators. Small spaces with a lot of people breathing the same recycled air. And while it’s not their fault, odds are good one person will be suffering from a cold. Short of forcing them to wear a surgical mask on the flight, your best bet is just wash your hands a lot or bring some hand sanitizer.

7. Restroom mongers

You’ve been sitting on this plane for three hours and desperately need to go to the bathroom. Only problem is the same person has been coming in and out that you’d expect them to charge you a fee just to enter. Ask the flight attendants when you’re boarding the plane where the washrooms are at and you won’t have to do the potty dance.

8. The sleeping spotlight

You’re flying the red eye from Miami to London. It’s an eight-hour flight and you’d like to catch a catnap. But the dude sleeping across the aisle has left his light on in the vicinity of your face. Sleep masks normally make this a non-issue. If you don’t have one of those, the just turn it off yourself (politeness be damned). You can also just ask a flight attendant to do it if you must keep appearances, but all’s fair at 3 am over the Atlantic Ocean.

9. The loud watcher/gamer

I’m pretty sure if it weren’t for books, tablets and laptops most people on long plane flights would tear each other apart. However, some folks that bring a gaming device or watch movies on their iPad believe you want to hear everything they’re doing. We don’t. Never did. You can shut them out with your own headphones, but pointing it out to the attendants to handle it nicely because most airlines already supply you with headphones that’ll fit these devices.

10. Cell phone warriors

Never understood the need to hop onto your cell phone the moment the plane has landed and started to taxi its way to the gate. What could possibly be so important that you simply must make a call on the slow roll? There’s no real recourse to stop folks from doing it, so just let it go and be happy you’ve reached your destination.

Is there someone we missed on our list? Let us know in the comments section below.

With airline baggage fees reaching a point where you’d expect them to take your first-born as payment, people have gotten creative in taking their stuff on vacation. Instead of giving them little Jimmy or Natalie, here are some hacks to get the most out of your luggage for your nextflight.

6 ways to avoid paying airline baggage fees

1. Roll up your clothes

We all want our clothes to look as nice as possible, but that’s what the iron is for at the hotel. Just roll up your wardrobe when you’re packing. You’ll use less space and give yourself room for other things you want to bring. Heck, pack fewer clothes and wash them at the hotel and you could conceivably get away with a carry-on bag for the trip.

2. Pick lighter luggage

People often think to just take less things in their luggage to make the trip lighter, yet not many think about lightening the luggage. Go with a duffle bag instead of a suitcase. These weigh a fair deal less and can be filled up with all the stuff you’d usually take along for the trip.

3. Weigh your luggage

It can really suck if you pack a carry-on bag that comes in too heavy to go into the cabin with you. Check the airline’s website for size and weight limits for carry-ons. And keep in mind that in the US many “budget” airlines won’t charge you the bag charges that full-fare chains do, while the opposite is true in Europe. Take that into consideration and you can make a better call on whether to carry on or check it in.

4. Go light on the toiletry bag

This is one that really isn’t as necessary as a must-keep bag for your luggage. It takes up valuable space in your luggage and is full of things you can find for a decent price once you arrive at your destination. Just do a quick run-through to see if you can board the plane without it. Odds are good you don’t need that extra bottle of Axe.

5. Dress in layers

If you’re going to game the system, game it right. There’s nothing about wearing a layer or two of your clothes for the trip onto the plane. Just switch out of them for something more comfortable after you board. What’s a few minutes of discomfort to change when compared to an exorbitant luggage fee?

6. Wear your luggage

If you like the idea of wearing some layers, then consider this baggage hack level: master. Wearable luggage have become quite popular. They allow you to take almost anything you can imagine onto the plane and still bypass pesky baggage fees. You’re not going to be turning heads on the catwalk with these filled to the brim, but it’s an ingenious way to carry more along for the trip.

Did we miss a good tip to avoid paying bag charges? Let us know below.

Heading out on your dream vacation but it’s going to take five or more hours to get there on your direct flight? Here’s some tips to get out of the straight shot relatively unscathed.

1. Prepare the Candy Crush Saga

While some airlines offer in-flight entertainment it may not exactly be what you want to see or do. Instead, charge everything that you can use on a flight (laptop, tablet, smartphone) before you board. And make sure you’ve got a solid catalog of music, games, books and movies/TV shows to entertain yourself. After a couple of flicks it’ll almost be time to get off the plane.

2. I’m out there Jerry, and loving every minute of it!

Now you don’t want to be as loose as Kramer was in that particular Seinfeld episode, but you will want to be comfortable on your long flight. So wear comfortable shoes, jeans/shorts and shirts to minimize any discomfort you’ll have on the plane.

3. Sweet, sweet ZzzQuil

Despite what people tell you it’s not all that easy to sleep on a flight. You’ve got a better chance of tossing and turning while that big guy three rows down snores like a chainsaw than you do of nodding off easily. Unless you absolutely need a doctor-prescribed sleep aid (be sure to try them before you fly), most over-the-counter products (ZzzQuil, Nytol, etc.) will do just fine. And don’t forget an eye mask to keep the light out, too.

4. Go for a stroll

Your seat might be comfy, but you’re still going to get a bit fidgety on a cheap long haul flight you found on Skyscanner – we all do. So when the “fasten seat belt” sign is off, get out of your seat and take a minute or two to walk around the cabin. Maybe go to the restroom and splash some water on your face. It’ll keep you relaxed and help shrink the already small chances of you getting deep vein thrombosis.

5. Keep it light

If you’re on a long flight the chances are good you’re going on a lengthy vacation. With that being said, you probably don’t need to take too much stuff for carry on. Nothing worse than having to lug a small, but heavy bag through the cramped aisles of a plane after you land… especially if you’ve been on that plane for eight straight hours. And if you have to put it under the seat, then you’re just giving up essential legroom.

6. Any upgrades?

Online check-in means some folks can pick their seats in advance of being on the plane. But some people could’ve cancelled their spot on the flight, meaning you could get an upgrade. Just ask the agent when you’re checking in your bags. If you’re a member of their frequent flyer club and not on your first flight with the airline, then you’ve got a slightly better shot. The worst they can tell you is “no,” and you’re no worse for the wear.

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