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Hot Debate: Is It Better To Be A Man Or A Woman?

June 27, 2008

Men or WomenThey say it’s better to be a man than a woman. It’s so bloody true. There’s so many reasons to support this argument and all are perfectly valid too:

1. Men Can Piss Standing Up

This a a bloody good thing if you really think about it. Just unzip and piss whenever and wherever you want with absolutely no mess. Well, at the end there might be that little shake off but that’s nothing compared to undressing a quarter of the way, wiping the toilet seat off before using it. It’s a whole ritual men don’t need to do. And don’t even get me started on women pissing outside - it’s quite a mess!

2. Most Men Do Not Need To Wear Make-up

This is another obvious advantage of being a man. It saves us an awful lot of time to spruce ourselves up to prepare ourselves for the world’s viewing. It also saves us tonnes and tonnes of make-up money. Of course some men do wear make-up but it takes an extraordinary kind of man for that.

3. Men Are More Efficient With Clothes and Shoes

This is linked to reason #2 above. We don’t need all the time in the world to get dressed. We just need our pants, jeans, a nice t-shirt, socks and trainers. No fancy clothes, no time wasted arguing about which matches what and most of all no big decisions. All we have to do is toss it and go! It also saves us loads of our beer money.

4. Men Are Taller

This one is quite simple really. We can reach loads more things higher up, like in shops with higher shelves. While it’s true there are taller women like in Germany or Holland where women average 5′8″. But anybody will tell you that no women can jump …. as high as men!

5. Men Are Stronger

This is so true. Men are generally physically and, usually, mentally stronger than women. We can lift stuff they can’t and do all those nifty things such as open jars easily. Of course there are a couple of women that are as strong as or even stronger than men but they are an extremely rare breed indeed.

6. Men Do Not Worry About Their Looks

Men don’t stare at themselves in mirrors for ages just to spot a pimple or wrinkle. We don’t have to worry about getting old either. When women hit thirty, they whine about their age and start lying. Not us men! We answer without a thought when asked about our age. We men also don’t sit about worrying if our bums are too big and we can even talk to other men and joke about it hahaha.

7. Men Are Better Cooks

Contrary to the popular belief that women are better cooks than men, who’s the best, biggest and most famous chefs? Men! We’ve got Gordon Ramsay, Jamie Oliver, that greasy-haired French bastard and many more. Women are trying to catch up with Nigella Lawson but cooking is still largely a man’s world.

8. Men Have Fewer Orgasms

Hang on, I know women are asking ‘how is this an advantage?’. Simple! We have one, or rarely two, orgasms and we’re spent! Sex is finished and we’re back to work. Women have one orgasm and keep wanting more, more and more. They also want to cuddle afterwards. In my book, it’s a complete waste of time. We just sort it out and forget it. Twenty minutes and we can do other productive things for the rest of the day.

9. Men Do Not Have Periods

This is one of the biggest reasons why being a man is so much better. Men don’t get extra wacky 3 or more days per month and get headaches, cramps or fits of frustration without reason. Men also don’t need to buy stupid tampons or any of those disgusting things specifically designated as hygiene products.

10. Men Do Not Get Pregnant

This is the number ONE advantage of being a man. We do not get pregnant! Wooooohooo! Yes mate, enough said, let’s get a pint!

Is it better to be a woman than a man? Absobloodylutely! In response to Mr Blue’s argument, here’s my reasons to disprove all his illusory comments.

1. Women Piss Sitting Down

You might ask how this is an advantage. Really simple. Women get to relax for 5 or 10 minutes and sit down while they pee. Men usually have to stand. It’s highly unfair, I’m telling you. Not fair!

2. Women Are Way Easier on the Eye

Hardly anybody, male or female, will disagree with this. Women have much nicer curves and no ghastly, unwanted, cylindrical appendage protruding from the body. We’ve just got one sleek, aerodynamic curve. Women have got nicer legs and their butts are far from hairy too!

3. Women Are Shorter

This is so good because women ain’t got as far to bend down just to reach the floor. As a result, we can better spot loose change on the ground. We can also do the sexy limbo dance better. And don’t forget those shorter doorways. Yes, women are so bloody lucky!

4. Women Are Weaker

Now I assume most of you might be confounded by this one. The logic is rather simple. Because women are weaker than men, guess who is made to do all the heavy lifting and body-breaking work? Men of course! Why do women live longer? Because women use their apparent weakness as a perfect excuse to let stupid men do the physically intensive labour. See how lucky and clever women are!

5. Women Wear Make-up

Women get to buy loads of lovely make-up and accessories. It’s so much fun using all those nifty gadgets. Make-up also makes women feel pretty, oh so pretty! Ok, enough of that!

6. Women Need Expensive Fashion

This is a major advantage. It’s possible for women to change their outfits more than 10 Mr Potato sets and 30 accessory gift sets combined. Did you know Einstein had 10 identical suits so he wouldn’t have to choose? Confucius even said, “more choices are better!” and everyone just couldn’t agree much more!

7. Women Have More Orgasms

Hmmm, enough said!

8. Women Cook More

While men might be better chefs, far more women cook at home, where they ain’t working. Women let their male counterparts be the cooks at work because it’s WORK, while they’re master of their domain i.e. the kitchen at home. Women are a street better at it and let’s face it; men can never live on pot noodles, steaks or hot dogs alone!

9. Women Have Periods

This is simply amazing! Women have a perfect excuse to be themselves three days per month. During this time, they are allowed to be angry, moody or anything they want to be and everyone will just back off. When men do this, they’re labelled grumpy or crazy!

10. Women Can Be Bisexual

This is a bloody wicked one. I’ve heard somewhere that over 70% of women are bisexual. This is a great advantage over men! Men caught looking at other men’s bums are often singled out but women can stare at other women’s or men’s bums without anybody giving it a single thought. Also, women can be cruder without it being labeled sexual harassment. After all, our society doesn’t shun 2 women together as much as it does to men.

What about you? What’s your take on the debate? Let us know your thoughts!

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10 Ways to Heal Your Broken Heart

June 27, 2008

Best 10 Ways to heal your broken heart

It’s like there’s no tomorrow, you feel you wouldn’t be happy again, you are terribly stuck with the awful moments when your heart was deeply wounded like it’s the end of the world and they keep haunting you day after day. However, it’s your choice to either be the same person you used to be or perpetually be plunged into the thought of the one you love the most but she never knows or even cares. There is a saying ‘Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional’. Here we list the 10 best ways to heal your broken heart, make your choice and cheer up mates!

1. Dating someone new

Someone says it’s somewhat unfair on a new girl if you go for a new date right after a broken heart, so you’ve got to be sure you have a bit of a crush on her or at least feel she’s special to you. When you’re dating the new one, you’ve got her to talk to and this can stop your mind wandering around. The date will light up your life, she makes your heart pulse and you are being revitalised.

2. You’re too precious

You’d better praise yourself for being too precious for that kind of girl. She just doesn’t deserve a great man like you and you both were totally mismatched. As she neither valued you nor treasured your love, do not waste your time mourning. Keep your head held up high and you will completely get through this suffering and pain. There’s a priceless saying which I came across on the internet “If you can’t save the relationship, at least save your pride.”

3. Keep yourself busy

Find something to do, keep yourself busy with it and you will have no chance of being obsessed with your ex. You might join the college activities, sports club, shopping or anything you find interesting. Despite the fact that you can bit by bit take your mind out of her, you’ve got an opportunity to meet new people and a new partner who will always realise how important you are to her.

4. Let the tears out

Sob for a while till you run out tears and then start a new life - the life without grief, tear and her! It’s not that easy to ward off the horrible sadness, you just need some time and powerful encouragement. ‘Time can heal a broken heart’ You might be fed up with this saying but it’s the truth through and through. Time waits for no man, but there’s still time for a broken heart. Good luck and have a good cry.

5. Think positive

When love gets you down, think positive! Some might not take it seriously but positive thinking is so powerful that you can be hauled up from despair. After a broken heart, do not torture yourself by any negative thinking as you should be well aware that you’ve gained a good experienced in relationships, strength to live your life and believe that those bad things never to be repeated.

6. Seek counseling

You should find someone to help you get through it, it could be friends, family or anyone you trust and they are willing to lift a large burden from your shoulders, at least by being a good listener. Never spend your day on your own thinking what went wrong, it won’t do any good as you might have not done anything wrong but a girl’s heart is a deep ocean of thoughts which are too hard to comprehend.

7. Never think about getting revenge

You’ve got to move on so do not try to get even with the one who broke your heart, it will only make things worse - you still think of her in an extremely depressive moment, creating the best way to ruin her life. If the plans fail, you’ll be the one who are still stuck with the unpleasant past while she’s being happy, dating a new man. So, let bygones be bygones, you both are just not made for each other.

8. Think of the bad moments with your ex

I’m sure you have quite a few of terrible moments and experiences with your ex and yes that’s great! The best way to forget someone is to try to think about their bad things and the bad moments with them. When you’re doing this, you’re not blaming her or anything. On the contrary, you are just trying to get her out of your mind by not thinking how happy you used to be with her. Those are the miserable yesterdays which will uselessly have you occupied with your ex forever.

9. Your case is not the worst

It’s not the end of the world. You won’t die with a broken heart! Try to think your case is not the worst one, there are many people who drastically suffer and their cases are way worse than yours. Your broken heart is noting compared with those who lost their loved ones for good in accidents, wars and natural disasters.

10. Try to get more Endorphins

Endorphin is a chemical substance which is naturally released in the brain to reduce pain and increase the sense of well-being. Chocolate and sweets are good sources of the endorphin. This way might sound a bit funny but it’s worth trying, isn’t it?

What about you guys, what tips can you share from previous experiences?

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Guide to MP3 Players

June 11, 2008

Several types of MP3 players exist and each has distinct advantages and disadvantages. Broadly speaking, MP3 players fall into three types: memory flash players, hard-drive players and finally multimedia players. Depending on specific requirements, an MP3 player with integrated memory might be better suited than a hard-drive MP3 player and vice-versa. Here’s a quick guide to help you choose the best MP3 player for you!

Beginner - memory flash players

MP3 Players - Beginner

This type of players includes those with integrated memory, separate memory and USB drive players respectively. These players are the most affordable and also the smallest in size. And with relatively few moving parts, they are hardly affected if used while sporting.

Typically speaking, these MP3 players can store between 20 to 120 tracks of CD quality audio. New players vary from 64M up to about 1GB in capacity. They’re also extremely easy to use and you can transfer files to and from your PC and the player without difficulty.

As such these players are ideal for everyday listening, for use in the gym or even as an affordable introduction to MP3 players. Styles do also vary, from discrete, tiny devices to more elegant and futuristic designs.

Intermediate - Hard drive players

MP3 Players - Intermediate

This type of MP3 player is ideal if you want to carry your whole music library around. Hard drive MP3 players store between 1,000 to 20,000 tracks depending on their capacity, varying from about 2GB to over 80GB. These devices are normally pocket sized and usually equipped with the very same basic functions as their simpler integrated memory counterparts. The biggest selling point of these hard driver players is of course their large storage capacity.

Hard disk MP3 players usually have small screens to display track and artist details, and user friendly menu systems for easy navigation between tunes. Higher end colour screen models can display stored images. Some players can even download photos onto their hard drive from digital camera memory cards for viewing pleasure, without the need to use a computer as an intermediary.

These devices are a true portable MP3 jukebox capable of storing multiple tunes and albums in a single and compact player. Quite a few users link their players up to compatible car radios or buy an add-on speaker which then transforms them into mobile hi-fi systems.

Advanced - Multimedia Players

MP3 Players - Advance

Multimedia MP3 players use larger hard drives and as a result are physically heavier and bigger than other MP3 players. This extra capacity and size is there to accommodate a larger colour screen for the viewing of photos and their video playback capabilities. Such a feature makes viewing your favourite films, the latest MVs or your holiday video a possibility. Music, photos and videos are all accessible from a single device.

More advanced models have a similar feature set to a pocket PC or PDA thanks to their compatible operating system as well as application support. Others have integrated video inputs and even support real time encoding, which makes them a potential VHS recorder replacement. These media players are in fact more than just an MP3 player.

For more information and guides:

MP3 Player Review

Apple iPhone Guide

10 Natural Remedies For A Good Night Sleep

June 11, 2008

Ten Natural Remedies for a Good Night Sleep

We all know that sleeping is necessary but it doesn’t count when you’re napping in between your lunch break or drowsing off at 2 p.m. in the afternoon. If your regular night includes you, television, and wine, at 3 a.m. then it’s time to practice these natural remedies for a good night sleep.

1. Clean and Cool

Take a second and look around your bed room, do you see dirty sheets, laundry lying around, empty coffee cups on your bedside, if you do, then it’s time for a big change because that might be the reason you’re having trouble sleeping. Keep your room neat, your bed sheets new. “Don’t overheat your environment. Sleep loves cold. Keep your bedroom cold but load up on blankets,” says Dr. Michael Perlis, an Insomnia expert at the University of Rochester.

2. Create a Routine

Develop a schedule, set the time to sleep and wake up, it may be quite difficult in the beginning but nothing is impossible so stick to the schedule even during the weekends! After a while, your biological clock would work automatically making it easier for you to sleep, not to mention the fact that you’ll be sleeping right at your time right on the dot and wake up without the help from Mr. Annoying Alarm C(l)ock.

3. To Do in Bed

If you happen to be reading this article on your laptop in your bed with the TV on, then it’s time to get up and move to your study corner. Your bed is sanctuary with two sole purposes, sleep and sex, so if you’re in your bed doing other things like eating, lying awake thinking about how you’re not sleeping, or you’re looking at tomorrow’s stocks, change your habit, go find a light rather boring activities to do, like maybe sit on a couch and watch History channel.

4. Sweat It

Do light exercises, whether it’s jogging at the near by park in the morning, or a 30-minute spin class before going to work, these exercises can surely help wake you up and make you sleep easier. You might also want to try some Yoga, the postures that are good for sleeping includes Downward Dog position and Child Pose. Don’t be all active and exercise at night, try to avoid exercising for at least 3 hours before bed time.

5. Scent and Sleep

Nothing is better for a good night sleep than a room that is lightly scented, especially when it comes from aroma oils. If you’re worried that people might question your sexuality just because you happen to have an oil burner, lose that thought, most women find it kind of sexy. Why not go oil shopping, specifically, lavender, chamomile, basil, or Rosalina, the choice is yours. Not only is aromatherapy good for sleep but it also helps reduces stress and create romantic environment.

6. Bumble Sleep

Practicing breathing techniques is one of the most effective natural remedies for a better sleep. Try to breathe with your abdomen not the chest, when you breathe in your abdomen should bloat and when you breathe out suck your stomach in, continue the exercise for at least 5-10 minutes. You can also try the Bee breathing technique. Sit up straight, close your ears with the index fingers, breathe in through your nose, and make a humming sound when you breathe out.

7. Check Your Diet

Yes, your diet does affect your sleep so it’s probably a wise thing for you to start watching what you eat. Avoid having heavy meals before bed time, especially if those meals are fatty or spicy. If you have a plan to sip a cup of coffee tonight, switch it to warm milk instead, caffeine will make it hard for you to fall asleep. Don’t go to bed hungry either, have a toast or something light, now that calls a good night sleep.

8. Stress Free Zone

You’ve got a million things running in your mind, coming up with a striking pitch for your very difficult client, or unfinished project that’s on your mind, why not list it down. Stress is one of the factors that disrupt sleep; therefore, handling your stress would surely make you have an easier time getting the sleep you need. Write out what you need to do, when you need to do it, and you can actually do when you’re feeling fresh the next morning.

9. Ban Alcohol

Sure alcohol can help you sleep, a glass of wine or whiskey might make you feel drowsy but it won’t last forever. The amount of alcohol you take will keep increasing for the drowsy effect to hit, not to mention the fact that alcohol can make you wake up in the middle of the night, so avoid doing that now. If you’re a smoker, try to avoid smoking at least 3 hours before bed time. Have a cup of caffeine free tea or the sleep tea instead.

10. Sleep Talk

For those who seriously suffer from a sleeping disorder and somehow belong to the sleepless society, maybe it’s time for you to apply some positive thoughts in your mind. Changing your subconscious might help you fall asleep better; by applying positive affirmations such as telling your self that you do not suffer from sleeping problem or you will sleep well tonight can be the beginning of the endless affirmations.

As always, we want to hear your tips on how to get a better nights sleep!

Hangover Cures - Tips To Get Rid Of A Hangover

June 11, 2008

Hangover Cures

It’s the morning after the night before and your world feels like a real shit place to be. You’re feeling bloody sick, dehydrated, tierd, you think you look like the devil and you ain’t got no money left having spent it all on booze. Will you ever recover? Well, try some of our hot tips and hopefully they will ease the pain!

Dehydration

If you couldn’t be bothered drinking water before you went to bed last night, make sure you down a pint or two now. Experts suggest that you need about 200ml of water to effectively counteract every 2ml of alcohol you drink. If your body is dehydrated, it will naturally take water from anywhere it can, including the brain cells. As your brain can’t feel no pain, the pain-sensitive filaments become stretched due to water loss which then results in a headache. So your headache will get worse as you become more dehydrated.

No coffee

Coffee might seem to help dull the pain but it will only be temporary. Coffee will also further dehydrate you which will likely result in a killer headache. So avoid it at all costs.

Hair of the dog

Yes, it might make you feel better but all you’re actually doing is prolonging the inevitable. Your liver processes the many different toxins in a certain order and alcohol is first on its list. Your liver then starts on the methanol, releasing formic acid into your system making you feel ill. By having a drink the morning after, your liver will temporarily stop processing the methanol to revert back to the nasty alcohol, making you feel a bit better in the short term. But at some point that methanol will have to be processed so when that massive hangover finally hits, it will not be fun!

Painkillers

Should you decide to go down this route, never ever mix it with hair of the dog. Also, try and avoid any pain relief made from Tylenol as this can be very dangerous to your liver. A couple of ibuprofen could make you feel better if you wash them down with more water.

Fruit (juices)

The fructose found in fruit is very good for burning up any alcohol left in your stomach, though the acidity ain’t going to be easy to cope with.

Mixing your drinks

By mixing your drinks, you’re effectively increasing the numbers of additives and toxins going into your system. With increased toxic levels, your system, particularly your liver, will struggle to cope with the poisons. By drinking water, you’re enabling your liver to flush out the toxins more effectively, otherwise your hangover is gonna be a lot worse the morning after.

Food

Even though food doesn’t really absorb alcohol, it helps increase your metabolism which in turn raises the speed your body processes alcohol. Eating before or after drinking is a bloody good thing. If possible, you should also have a hearty breakfast - you need amino acids and proteins, so get a fry up on the go!

Vitamin supplements

Binge-drinking drains you of Vitamins A, B and C. Popping a couple of multivitamins will certainly help get you back on the straight and narrow.

A Hot Bath

The heat is known to sweat out the toxins which are causing all the problems. You might at first feel a bit woozy but just go with it and you will feel much better afterwards.

If all else fails …..

Go back to bed!

Have you got any tips on how to cure a dreadfull hangover? If so, please leave them in the comments below!

20 Places To Make Love, Outside Of The Bedroom!

June 11, 2008

You’ve probably had your fair share of so-called out of the bedroom experiences. But for the sake of erotic exploration, we’ve come up with lusty locales you might have yet to discover.

Top 20 Places to Make Love

1. A golf course

When out on the green, take a bit of a time-out for a, errr, hole in one. Try and explore the course outskirts for an ideal thunderstorm shelter. Most of these shed-like structures are often placed in remote areas and, unless it starts pissing it down, nobody’s going near them. Your missus might also want to sport a lovely little golf skirt for easy access. :)

2. In front of the fridge

Kitchen action might not be new to you but the icebox is probably uncharted territory. Open the door to the fridge and sit yourself on the floor with your back against those cool shelves. Then make her straddle you. The cold air will give you both a thrill and perk you up and, if you like, food can also be incorporated into your frisky play. :lol:

3. A rowboat

Your ordinary day by the lake can easily be turned into an erotic excursion. Rent a small boat and row it out somewhere remote with no presence of people. Once you’re there, get yourselves into missionary position so you can stay low and out of view, before making some waves :D

4. The bonnet of your car

Put a bit of a spin on this classic romp spot by buggering off the back seat. Spread a duvet on the bonnet and have an old school shag under the shining stars.

5. A farmer’s field

Take a little challenge and make love in the tall grass by the side of the road while you are taking a vigorous spin in the country. You will be well hidden while enjoying a roll in the hay :)

6. On a train

Ever wanted to make love in a moving vehicle? Then a train is the perfect way to go. You’ll most likely have to pay a bit more for your own berth, but thankfully the private area can always be used as your very own exclusive affection playground. All aboard :D

7. On a hike

To cop off in the great outdoors without any of you two lying down in the dirt, try and locate a big boulder to hide behind and stay out of view. With her back against the rock and legs wrapped around your waist, you can let her enjoy both stand-up sex and the beautiful scenery.

8. An gym bench

If you’ve got a home gym, why not use it to work up a bit of a sweat. The bench is the ultimate balance of firm and soft and it does put her in perfect alignment for woman on top position too. Lie down, then make her lower herself on top of you and use her legs to move up and down.

9. Bathroom Floor

Yes, it’s your bathroom, so you must be fully acquainted with your own territory, so make sure it’s reasonably clean and sanitised. Doing it on the floor with her back on the carpet can also add quite a touch to the proceedings for the two of you.

10. At a Rock Concert

The teeming and sweaty frenzy of a rock concert can be just the place to get you going. By this, we don’t necessarily mean a full blown romp. Instead, an overdose of GCSE style groping might be much in order.

Top 20 Places to Make Love

11. Your Parents’ House

If you are excited by the possibility of getting caught at it, help is always at hand. Possibly the best way to spice up family gatherings is to have a quickie in your in-laws’ private chambers.

12. Take in a film

It’s dark and everyone is focused on the screen. Try and choose a film that ain’t so popular and go a bit late at night with a possibility of a near empty theatre. Find a seat in the back somewhere people won’t be able to look at you from behind.

13. Washing Machine

Your washing machine generates much more vibration than any other home appliance. When your bum’s on the lid, the spinning power is transmitted through your pelvis, effectively turning your cock into a real-life vibrator.

14. Car park

Getting off in your car in a car park gives you that right balance between exhibitionism and privacy. :twisted:

15. The loo

It’s so hot probably because it’s so dirty. It’s also the classic story: you meet a girl at a packed night club and get really sweaty on the dance floor with her before she drags you into a toilet and ravages you. :D

16. On the Plane

Making love in an aeroplane toilet is arguably the holy grail of public love-making and that’s probably why it’s almost impossible to get away with it. But maybe you ain’t got to sneak off to the toilet to have a bit of fun in the skies. Just get yourself a nice blanket, drape it over the pair of you and let your hot fingers do the walking :lol:

17.The Garage

At a mate’s party, offer to pop out for some more beer, and then quickly slip out the garage door. No one will notice you being away for 15 minutes plus you can also hide behind the car if and when you hear somebody coming.

18. Fitting room

Making love in a clothing retailer fitting room is exciting. Try and find an unattended fitting room that ain’t too busy. Tell the salesperson you’d like to go in with your missus to make sure you like what she’s trying on.

19. The Couch

If watching a sexy telly show provokes your sexual energy, stay put and never bother moving into the bedroom. Making love in the living room is really thrilling because of its spontaneity.

20. The lift

Try a goods lift. It’s got no alarm and can be stopped between floors for more privacy. Should try this when you and your missus are helping a mate move into a new flat. Try and pack the sides of the lift with lots of boxes and leave the middle clear. :D

World’s Best Outdoor Parties

June 9, 2008

Carnival? Mardi Gras? Octoberfest? Been there. Done that. Got the t-shirt. Everybody knows about these parties. They’re wicked. They’re famous. That said, most people go to them just once and never return. Let’s talk about great parties which attract the same people back year in year out.

Here’s our pick of top ten must-see parties:

La Tomatina

La Tomatina

What: No one really knows how it all began - practical joke? A prank? Or a harmless food fight between 2 merchants? Nobody knows but this messy party has been a popular tradition since the late 1940s. In August on the last Wednesday, approximately 30,000 people come to this little town to take part in possibly the world’s biggest food fight. If you never had that huge canteen food fight when you were little, here’s your chance.

When: August (last Wednesday)

Where: The small town of Bunol in Valencia, Spain

Bring: Unwanted clothes and goggles - trust us, tomato juice in the eye really stings!

Full Moon Party

Full Moon Party

What: Rumour has it that the Full Moon Party began as a privately held birthday party in the late 1980s. Then the backpackers decided to return over and over again. Soon enough, word quickly spread and every month, thousands of backpackers would head to Ko Pa Ngan to party. Some people will tell you it has lost its charm over the years but for a genuine dose of all night partying in Thailand, this is the place!

When: During the monthly full moon

Where: Ko Pa Ngan, south of Thailand

Bring: Throw-away clothes, drinking shoes, a couple of red bulls and face paint.

Burning Man

Burning Man

What: This must be the ultimate arts extravaganza! An eight day festival culminating in the burning of a gigantic wooden man, Burning Man is where you can certainly cut loose. There’s a different theme every year and last year some 50,000 people decided to join the great fun.

When: Eight days before the US Labour Day in September

Where: Nevada, USA

Bring: Absolutely everything bar money! This party runs on a total barter system and you can only buy water and ice. Apart from the obvious supplies you would take camping, other essentials include sunblock and goggles.

Songkran

Songkran

What: The Thai New Year is widely known as Songkran. It’s a spiritual festival intended to cool you down and more importantly wash away the sins of the passing year. There is no better way of doing that than by committing a couple of new ones! Songkran is celebrated all over the country with everybody embarking on probably the largest water fight in the world.

When: 13-15 April

Where: Anywhere in Thailand (Bangkok and Chiang Mai have the best, biggest parties)

Bring: Anything to wear only once, a water pistol, cold water and a good attitude.

Glastonbury Music Festival

Glastonbury Music Festival

What: A three-day music festival held to celebrate the earth, the arts and music, Glastonbury brings in people from everywhere in the world. Last year’s event attracted nearly 200,000 people and some 700 musical acts.

When: The last week of June

Where: Pilton, UK

Bring: Your tickets, a sleeping bag, tent, food and anything you need to have a good time.

Holi

Holi

What: Similar to Songkran, Holi is a 2-day Hindu festival taking place in northern India. People mark the first night with bonfires and spend the second day splashing water and flour over everyone. The locals say it’s a renewal celebration.

When: During the full moon in March

Where: Northern India

Bring: Green, orange and red flour, loads of water and clothes you no longer need!

Bay to Breakers

Bay to Breakers

What: It’s a seven mile costume party and keg race going through central San Francisco. It started in 1906 to cheer people up after a major earthquake and the locals have since been keeping it well alive. Almost 80,000 people congregate in costumes and trolleys filled with kegs. There’s some serious fun to be had.

When: The 3rd Sunday in May

Where: San Francisco

Bring: A stupid costume and loads of beer!

Australia Day

Australia Day

What: The Aussies love 2 things: beer and BBQs. There is no day that brings out the best of the two than Australia Day, when everyone celebrates the first European settlement in Australia. A highly festive bunch, the Aussies kick it up a notch across the country with BBQs, beer and music. They’re really all out in full force. If you ain’t got no Aussie mate to take you under their wing, head to the nearest beach with beer and make some!

When: 26th January

Where: Anywhere in Australia

Bring: Your Aussie passion, a crate of Carlton draught and something for the all important grill.

Queen’s Day

Queen's Day

What: The relatively reserved Dutch on this particular day cut loose to celebrate their the long-awaited birth of their Queen. The day was originally designed to celebrate the birth of Juliana but it now instead celebrates the birth of Beatrix whose birthday in January makes it too cold to party. Across the country, the Dutch flock outside with their favourite beer and music, flood streets in the lovely orange before cruising up and down the long canals in revelry.

When: 30th April

Where: Holland (Amsterdam has by far the biggest party)

Bring: Orange stuff!

Calgary Stampede

Calgary Stampede

What: A ten-day rodeo which attracts nearly one million people during its course. This festival involves a massive parade and is the biggest event in Canada. But don’t just come to watch the rodeo, the party is a lot more fun! The massive crowds flocking to Calgary are there for the beer, the revelry and the girls (or lads).

When: 2nd week of July

Where: Calgary, Canada

Bring: Your craziest cowboy outfit and a bit of a tolerance for annoying country music.

My Girlfriend Won’t Give Me Oral Sex!

June 9, 2008

Jock Asks:

I have just changed girlfriend and while my old girlfriend enjoyed oral sex, my new girlfriend doesn’t. Have you got any ideas on what I can do to get her to like oral sex?

No oral sex
Oral sex, the act of seeing her going down on you, licking and sucking is strictly pleasurable. But now that you have found out she doesn’t enjoy giving head, there might be a problem. What can you do? Well, first of all, you have to understand that not all women take pleasure in performing fellatio for various reasons. It can be due to the hygienic issues, the perception that only ‘bad girls’ do it etc. Whatever it might be, you can work it out.

Is it possible that she doesn’t enjoy going down south because you’re not doing the same for her? We know the give and take rule. However, in a sensitive case as this, you must also ‘enjoy’ giving her oral sex and not perform it out of duty or because you’re looking for a return favour. Take your time to pleasure her, don’t hurry her to the finish line, and remember that you would want her to take her time when she’s going down on you!

If you’re already giving her the pleasure she needs, then it’s about time to check yourself, starting from the odour, cleanliness, and how edible your old brother is. I’m not saying that your penis has to taste like strawberry but then it would be nice if it’s clean and doesn’t smell like a rotten sausage! Also, don’t set yourself on a mission to cum in her mouth as yet. In addition, if you have previously shot your load into her mouth and she didn’t enjoy the taste, changing your diet could help make your spunk easier on the tongue!

Next is communication. When she goes down on you, why don’t you reassure her that she’s really making you feel fantastic. Occasional moans really help; she would enjoy seeing you satisfied! Also, use statements like “Yes, right there,” could help guide her, make her feel special, like she’s doing something right. Sometimes women do feel insecure about what they are doing, so reassurance is not only healthy but also very sexy indeed!

If all else fails, maybe it’s time for you to ask her to speak her honest mind. Don’t pressurise her, but just be subtle, and understanding. Once you’ve found out what her issue is, address it and see if anything can be done. It should also help if the two of you simply try something new e.g. a cherry flavoured condom, whip cream, chocolate body paint, or some mint candy might do the trick. All the best!

40 Most Dangerous Roads in The World

June 6, 2008

Here’s our guide to the top 40 blood-bathing roads that even the best driver would want to avoid and the deadly routes where tonnes of accidents have happened. Do check them out and, more importantly, avoid them at all costs!

1. Road of Death - Bolivia

Bolivia's Road of Death

North Yungas Road or Bolivia’s Road of Death, which is 70 km and almost 3,600 meters down to narrow curves, is widely accepted as the most dangerous road in the world. The narrow road with the fog and vapours have taken many drivers’ lives. Instead of shrieking while passing this mortal road, you’d better concentrate on how to survive in such a nail-biting driving scenario.

2. Siberian Road to Yakutsk – Russia

Siberian Road to Yakutsk - Russia

The Siberian Road is the only road available to Yakutsk City, Russia. People have no choice but take risk if it would take them five hours rather than a few days to pass the road after the rain. The road gets paralysed and it’s an absolute disaster when people are in a chaos seeking warm clothes and food while being stuck in a 100-km long car line-ups. One woman has even given birth to a baby on a bus wallowing in the mud.

3. Georgian Military Road - Russia

Georgian Military Road - Russia

The 220-kilometres long Georgian Military Road runs between Tbilisi (Georgia) and Vladikavkaz (Russia). The road was started by Russian military in 1799 and completed in 1863. The Georgian Military Road was a major cause of the fight between Russian troops and Caucasian mountaineers in 19th century.

4. Nepal, Tibet & Bangladesh Roads

Nepal, Tibet & Bangladesh Roads

Believe it or not but there’s no road going straight to Everest Base Camp, so you have to walk for miles to get there. However, you will never have the second chance to drive along this road if you ever underestimate it. Try best to control your car as the snowy road is not as easy to drive on as it looks.

5.Guoliang Tunnel Road - China

Guoliang Tunnel Road - China

Guoliang Tunnel Road is pretty freaky with its 30 windows of various sizes and shapes. The road is not as deadly as Bolivian Yungas Road but is spooky enough when you look down the bottomless cavity and also those weird rocks hanging from above the cliff.

6.Taroko Gorge Road - Taiwan

Taroko Gorge  Road - Taiwan

You might not be petrified by turns and switchbacks, but your life is still hung by a thread. Despite its beautiful panoramic view, Taroko Gorge Road can take your breath away and you might even need to observe a view of grave instead. You should be thanking God if you are still alive after the drive on this scary road.

7.Pasubio (Vicenza)- Italy

Pasubio (Vicenza)- Italy

Pasubio is Italian ancient road which was converted to a hiking trail for mountain bike lovers due to its scary tunnels, hair-raising cliff and splendid scenic views. If you are too much into speed craze and even take your eye out of the road, bear in mind your life is at maximum risk.

8. Grimsel Pass - Switzerland

Grimsel Pass - Switzerland

Grimsel Pass doesn’t offer much of danger but it’s dubbed one of the world’s most insane roads. Unless you are as good as Lewis Hamilton at handling sharp corners, do not ever try speeding or you will end up paying the heavy price.

9.Old road over Saint Gothard Pass - Switzerland

Old road over Saint Gothard Pass - Switzerland

If you are nuts enough to race at the old road over Saint Gothard Pass, make sure you are covered by some sort of life assurance policy. Though it’s not much of a deadly road, you might like to stay away from it whenever possible.

10. Splugen Pass - Italy

Splugen Pass - Italy

Splugen Pass, a high mountain pass and a boundary between the Lepontine and Rhaaetian Alps, is not very thrilling but great fun, you can even enjoy the breathtaking experience of it. However, be warned, you should have real guts to go on this road.

11.Trollstigen road - Norway

Trollstigen road - Norway

Trollstigen road, a very narrow road in Romsdal County, Rauma region, Norway, has frequent rockfalls on it. Some scary thought!.

12. Lysebotn Road - Norway

Lysebotn   Road - Norway

If you aren’t intimidated by the many accidents on Lysebotn Road, Lysefjord, Norway, the road should be real fun to drive on. The road is 1.1 km long tunnel and consists 27 switchbacks including three inside the tunnel.

13. Los Caracoles Pass- between Chile and Argentina

Los Caracoles Pass- between Chile and Argentina

Los Caracoles Pass, a very steep road and a mountain pass between Chile and Argentina, features a countless tough twists among the drought most of the year. If you even feel sick just watching the road, you know it’s not where you car belongs!

14. The Skippers Canyon Road - New Zealand

The Skippers Canyon Road - New Zealand

The skippers Canyon Road is unbelievably scary as it’s totally narrow and different to manouvre your car. A possibility of two cars to pass each other is zero. The road requests a lot of concentration or else …

15. Sichuan-Tibet Highway - China

Sichuan-Tibet Highway - China

Make sure you get your vehicle and yourself well-prepared before driving on Sichuan-Tibet Highway, a high-elevation road between Chengdu and Tibet. Rocks avalanches and landslides are not uncommon on this rough road.

16. Pan American Highway - Costa Rica

Pan American Highway - Costa Rica

Pan American Highway is nicknamed Hill of Death and has drastic insane portions. It’s the stretch from San Isidro de El General to Cartago and is filled with steep curves and potholes.

17. Cotopaxi Volcan road - Ecuador

Cotopaxi Volcan road - Ecuador

A 25-mile Cotopaxi Volcan road leads to the Cotopaxi National Park entrance by crossing a swift quickly-moving steam. Watch every single second you take at the road, or you would never reach the National Park.

18.Highway 1 - Mexico

18.Highway 1 - Mexcio

With the lack of shoulders, guard rails and deficient road signs, Highway 1, the road from Tijuana to Cabo San Lucas is extremely dangerous indeed.

19. Highway 21 - South of St. Louis, United States

Highway 21 - South of St. Louis,  United States

The winding 2-lane stretch, Highway 21, is truly deadly with 31 casualties since 1991. The sign “Caution: Driving Blood Alley” has been put by a father of a 19-year-old kid who died in the accident here. Highway 21 always gets flooded which makes it doubly dangerous.

20.U.S. Route 431, between Seale and Eufaula, Alabama- United States

U.S. Route 431, between Seale and Eufaula, Alabama- United States

The road, regarded as ‘Highway to Hell’, has claimed a worrying number of accident victims since 1985. Thirty seven white crosses have been placed along the road, representing a memory of lost lives. Sixty kids were killed in a bus-track crash last year but the road is still frequented by local school buses.

21. State Route 138, east of Palmdale - California, United States

State Route 138, east of Palmdale - California, United States

Fifty six people have been killed on a 38-mile stretch of State Route 138 over the past five years. Commuters and other vehicles are at high risk with this non-guardrail road, especially on one particular spot that is as high as 50-foot drop.

22.U.S. Route 6 - California, United States

U.S. Route 6 - California, United   States

The mother of an accident victim killed in a 1998 collision on “Suicide Six” on the 60-year-old U.S. Route 6 has been battling for the road to be widened in order to prevent further fatalities. One former state trooper even says, “I’ve seen every mile of highway in Rhode Island. Without any doubt, the three miles of Route 6 just before it enters Connecticut are the most dangerous.”

23. U.S. Route 6, between Price and Spanish Fork - Utah, United States

U.S. Route 6, between Price and Spanish Fork - Utah, United States

A woman who lost her mother in an accident on Route 6 is trying to have the road developed after her friend died in a wreck 28 years after the woman’s mother passed away at almost the same spot - a narrow stretch down to a canyon.

24.The Halsema Highway - The Philippines

The Halsema Highway - The Philippines

The 150-mile Halsema Highway, which runs through the Central Cordillera Valley on the island of Luzon, is known for mud slides, over-limited driving buses on a narrow path ands and rock slides and is almost impassable in the rainy season. There happens a lot of accidents every year thanks to over 1000-foot drop offs with no guardrail.

25.The Barton Highway - Australia

The Barton   Highway - Australia

The Barton Highway is considered the most deadly highway in Australia and has been a hot spot for countless accidents. It is supported by the frightening statistics of over 110 crashes, 11 fatalities and some 100 injured since 2001.

26. Brisbane Valley Highway - Australia

Brisbane Valley Highway - Australia

The Brisbane Valley Highway links Ipswich with the South Burnett region and has been listed one of ‘Queensland’s nine killer highways’. The section, the Brisbane Valley Highway from Ipswich to Esk is the most dangerous location.

27. Bruce Highway between Innisfail and Cairns - Australia

Bruce Highway between Innisfail and Cairns - Australia

Bruce Highway between Innisfail and Cairns is rated as one of the riskiest sections of highway in the country and $2 billion is requested to improve the road. RACQ spokesman Gary Fites says “You are more likely to have a crash on this stretch of the highway than any other section of the national network anywhere in Australia”.

28.D’Aguilar Highway- Australia

D'Aguilar Highway- Australia

D’Aguilar Highway, which links the Bruce Highway near Caboolture with Kingaroy in Queensland, used to be temporarily closed when a woman was hurt in a vehicle traffic incident. This two-lane highway from Caboolture to Woodford and sections further along towards Yarraman is considered one of the most dangerous roads in the country.

29. The Gillies Highway - Australia

The Gillies Highway - Australia

The Gillies Highway, which is well-known for its 200 corners in the 20 km road, has caused several tragedies. One of the worst accident killed 6 children. The kids were not carried by a school bus but a normal bus carrying them on a ’school trip’.

30. Captain Cook Highway - Australia

Captain Cook Highway - Australia

Despite the fact that the Captain Cook Highway is a short Queensland highway and also one of the most popular routes in Australia used by lots of tourists, the highway is regarded as one of the most dangerous roads in the country.

31. A682 - England

A682 - England

The A682 between junction 13 of the M65 and Long Preston is the worst road in England as it has claimed almost 100 fatalities over the last ten years. Dr Joanne Hill, who headed the research, said “The A682 falls on every collision type - junction and access road crashes, collisions with rigid roadside objects, overtaking crashes. Pedestrian and cyclist collisions and motorcycle crashes.”

“The death-toll on this stretch of the road is the equivalent of five major rail crashes within 10 years”, said the doctor.

32. A54 - England

A54 - England

The A54 road links Chester in Cheshire with Buxton in Derbyshire. According to a report done by the Road Safety Foundation for the European Road Assessment Programme (EuroRAP) Congleton to Buxton, Derbyshire is considered the second dangerous road in England.

33. A683 - England

A683 - England

The A683 is ranked at number three in the top 10 worst roads in England. The section, from junction 34 on the M6 to Kirkby Lonsdale, Cumbria, is unfortunately the most dangerous spot.

34. A62 - England

A62 - England

The A62 is a main road in England, linking between Manchester and Leeds. Especially, the A62 from Diggle to Huddersfield, Yorkshire, is the most dangerous and rated as the fourth worst road in England.

35. A1079 - England

A1079 - England

The A1079 is a major road in England and links the cities of York and Kingston upon Hill and is really infamous for its danger, particularly the A1079 from Market Weighton to Kingston upon Hull which is named the seventh dangerous road in England. Two thirds of the serious collisions claimed by EuroRAP happened in Hull.

36. The Southern State Parkway - New York, United States

The Southern State Parkway - New York, United   States

The Southern State Parkway has been labelled by the State Department of Transportation as the most dangerous state road on Long Island. To compare with other state roads in New York, half of the 10 worst-rated spots was found on The Southern State Parkway the Southern State Parkway.

37.Route 110- New York, United States

Route 110- New York,  United States

The Route 110 just north of the Southern State and south of Main Street in Farmingdale has been described as one of the most dangerous spots in Long Island’s state routes. The road saw 68 accidents with two fatalities and many injuries over the last two years.

38. Route 12 - New York, United States

Route 12 - New   York, United States

Route 112 just north of the Long Island Expressway in Medford has also been in the list of the most dangerous roads. The list is supported by 41 accidents with one accident victim.

39. A77 - Scotland

A77 - Scotland

The A77, a road in South-West Scotland, is rated in the most 30 dangerous roads in the world. The road runs from Prestwick to Glasglow and has speed camera on a 28-mile stretch.

40. A726 - Scotland

A726 - Scotland

The A726, which is only four miles long, has been labeled by the Road Safety Foundation’s European Road Assessment Programme as Scotland’s most dangerous road. The statistics have showed over 40 fatal collisions over the past 8 years.

Some seriously scary roads to drive on, aren’t they? If you think you know of a scarier, more dangerous road we’ve got on the list, why don’t you share it with the rest of us, thanks!

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The World’s Top 10 Luxury Ski Resorts

June 6, 2008

World's Top 10 Luxury Ski Resorts

Ski resorts are ideal places to get thrilled on the snowy slopes with the cool breeze hitting your face and whizzing lingering in your ears. The ski resorts are usually nestled in the mountain and the prices are rather different. Expensive ski resorts are widely found but not people from all walks of life can afford. Check it out what make them very costly

1. Game Creek Chalet - Colorado, United States

Game Creek Chalet

The elegant Game Creek Chalet is a private resort preciously located in Game Creek Bowl on 10,150 feet height. The price is £1,400 per night and this could raise your adrenaline as much as the amenities and the activities at the Game Creek Chalet do.

The resort is truly unparalleled with its sumptuous 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, living room, a dining area, a pretty fireplace, hot tub and superb meals cooked by a private chef. The breathtaking views of Colorado sunset, a mountain hideaway and fields of wildflowers are surely one of the resort’s main attractions.

Visit The Game Creek Chalet website!

2. Chalet du Mont D’Arbois - Megeve, France

Chalet du Mont D'Arbois

The high-priced Chalet du Mont d’Arbois costs £1,100 per night but for ski lovers and snowboarding maniacs, it’s just worth taking a trip due to its 180 miles of downhill runs and almost 50 miles of cross country trails. Despite its tiny size, Chalet du Mont d’Arbois offers 23 well-adorned bedrooms, an indoor and outdoor swimming pool.

Visit the Chalet du Mont D’Arbois website!

3. Stein Eriksen Lodge - Utah, United States

Stein Eriksen Lodge

Stein Eriksen Lodge is nestled in slopes under Rocky Mountain peaks, causing the superb ski resort a tranquil place, only the silence talks, breeze sings and snowflake dances. This hidden treasure is as high as £350 per night but the price is perfectly matches the luxury style of Stein Eriksen Lodge.

The European splendour appeals to visitors who long for experiencing the immaculate ski resort where 175 rooms are remarkably decorated and filled with luxurious amenities - a private tub, a stocked refrigerator, a stone fire place, coffee maker, satellite television and a VCR/DVD player.

Visit the Stein Eriksen Lodge website!

4. The Lodge at Vail, A RockResort - Vail, Colorado, United States

The Lodge at Vail

Sitting in the Vail Mountain, the Lodge at Vail costs $549 per night for standard rooms during the high season, deluxe guest rooms costs $649 per night, three-bedroom suites start at $3,349 per night and the Penthouse Suite is £3,250 per night. The resort also provides free wireless internet access, functional fireplaces, a pretty private balcony, heated pools and hot tubs.

Visit the Lodge at Vail website!

5. Hotel Hermitage - Valle D’Aosta, Italy

Hotel Hermitage

Guests are always warmly welcome by an elegant huge fireplace in the main hall. The 36 full-furnished and lavishly painted in red and brown bedrooms offer a cozy atmosphere and also a balcony to view the sunrise and Jacuzzi to indulge in. The restaurant sets up the most memorable moment with its finest Italian food by the candlelight. A four-night ski package costs £250 per night. Let’s take a trip before the valley turns to green.

Visit the Hotel Hermitage website!

6. Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates - Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates

Fancy trying skiing on an indoor slope? Kempinski Hotel features the world’s third-largest indoor ski resort where you can experience a unique Alpine atmosphere. The hotel offers unrivaled beauty of spacious bedrooms with the price starting from £250 per night.

Visit the Kempinski Hotel website!

7. Sonnenalp Resort of Vail - Vail, Colorado, United States

Sonnenalp Resort

Dubbed the largest ski resort in North America, Sonnenalp Resort of Vail is undoubtedly an impeccable ski resort where any skill levels of ski from easy slopes to downhill runs are offered. The 90 suits are luxurious and the prominent locations with the breathtaking views could freeze you there.

Visit the Sonnenalp Resort website!

8. Badrutt’s Palace - St. Moritz, Switzerland

Badrutt's Palace

The outstanding resort becomes a landmark of St. Moritz with its world-class suits, the flamboyant panoramic ski area and exclusive ski package which starts from £255 per night. The awesome ski huts and lovely snow bars are perfect for couples to relax. The ski paradise makes you feel welcome with the most exclusive suites - the Hans and Helen Badrutt suites, the finest restaurant and a lovely mini-bar.

Visit the Badrutt’s Palace website!

9. Alberg Hospiz Hotel - Tirol, Austria

Alberg Hospiz Hotel

The hotel initially started as a Skiclub in 1901 and now Alberg Hospiz Hotel is home to an elegant resort where amazing sporting activities are provided including skiing on challenging downhill runs and snowboarding on thrilling steep slopes. The ultimate resort is neatly framed by scenic views and cozy atmosphere. Besides, the excellent Austrian-international cuisine caters the finest wine and wonderful dishes.

Visit the Alberg Hospiz Hotel website!

10. Fairmont Chateau Whistler - British Columbia, Canada

Fairmont Chateau Whistler

Fuel your passions on winter months with the award winning resort in British Columbia, Fairmont Chateau Whistler. Sit in the foot of Blackcomb Mountain, the terrific resort features exceptional views of Alpine settings and also gripping activities on a massive ski terrain on the height of 5,200 feet. Ranked number 1 the best ski resort in Canada, the price is rational to get an unforgettable stay in return.

Visit the Fairmont Chateau Whistler website!

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