Infographic A Day

Category: Travel

Infographics on travel, geography, places, homes, and cultures.

  • Pictorial: The 10 Happiest Cities in the World

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    10 Happiest Cities in the World

    Here are the ten happiest cities in the world (2 in South America, 2 in Australia, 5 in Europe, 1 in North America, and none in Asia or Africa). The results are based on a 2009 survey of 10,000 people in 29 countries from GfK Custom Research conducted for the Anholt-GfK Roper City Brands Index.

    Rio de Janiero, Brazil

    Sydney, Australia

    Barcelona, Spain

    Amsterdam, The Netherlands

    Melbourne, Australia

    Madrid, Spain

    San Francisco, California, USA

    Rome, Italy

    Paris, France

    Buenos Aires, Argentina

    For a detailed infographic of the 10 happiest cities in the world, see Travel Infographic: The 10 Happiest Cities in the World

    Charity Showcase

    Concern Worldwide since 1994 has been working in Haiti to transform lives through education, healthcare, emergency response, and small business development. Donate via http://www.YourDollarOurFuture.org.

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  • Jacob Tomsky: 10 Hotel Desk Lies

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    10 Hotel Desk Lies

    10 Hotel Desk Lies . . .

    All the rooms are basically the same size.

    I will mail this immediately.

    I would like to offer you my deepest apologies.

    My pleasure.

    Of course, I remember you! Welcome back!

    I appreciate your feedback.

    I’m sorry the bellman made you uncomfortable. I will certainly alert management.

    There is nothing I can do.

    I didn’t mean to sound so insulting.

    We hope to see you again!

    Excerpted from Heads in Beds: A Reckless Memoir of Hotels, Hustles, and So-Called Hospitality by Jacob Tomsky

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    Malaria No More works to rid the world (and especially Africa) of the scourge of malaria. We’re helping the world get it done by engaging leaders, rallying the public, and delivering life-saving tools and education to families across Africa. Donate via http://www.malarianomore.org.

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  • Infographic: A Step-by-Step Guide to Packing

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    Airline Packing TipsDirect Travel link

    This travel infographic from Direct Travel insurance shows how to pack your suitcase to avoid excess baggage charges from airlines and pass TSA security checks.

    Note: Direct Travel Insurance covers holiday and business travel against cancellation, loss, theft and accident.

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    The United States Olympic Committee invests in activities to help Olympic caliber athletes to reach their fullest potential. To contribute to the success of American Olympic athletes, go to http://support.teamusa.org/give or call 888-222-2313.

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  • TSA Packing Tips & Guidelines Infographic

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    TSA Packing Tips

    Do you want to make sure your carry-on luggage gets through the TSA security check at the airport? Check out this travel infographic on how to pass the TSA checks.

    Organize your bag so TSA officers can easily see what’s in your bag.

    Do not wrap gifts.

    Wrap electronic cords so they are not loose.

    Pack coats and jackets in checked luggage. Otherwise they have to be x-rayed separately.

    Limit liquids, gels, and aerosols and place in a plastic bag.

    Medications, baby formula, and breast milk are exceptions, but declare the items at the checkpoint.

    Prohibited items: flammable items, knives, hockey sticks, gel-type candles, razor blades, firearms, ammunition, multi-use pocket tools.

    Your Confiscation Options

    If the TSA confiscates any item, you have five options:

    Let them keep it and count it as a loss.

    Take the item to the ticket counter and check in to your checked baggage.

    Go to an airport mail facility and ship your item home.

    Give the item to your friend (if they are seeing you off and are still at the airport).

    If you have a car parked at the airport, take the item to your car and stow it for your return.

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    Operation Support Our Troops, America offers soldiers comfort and moral support via care packages (featuring items like playing cards, batteries, packaged snacks, and DVDs). Special packages include Baby Basket and Stockings for the Troops. For more information, see http://www.osotamerica.org.

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  • Photo Montage: The 5 Best Snowy Photos from Mashable Readers

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    Snowy Photos via Mashable

    Photo Montage: The 5 Best Snowy Photos from Mashable Readers

    Snow in Park by Bob Webster

    Winter Reflection by Bob Webster

    Miami City Ballet by Kyle Froman

    Frosty Day in Maine by Amity Beane

    Nor-Easter by Dan Nguyen

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    The Worldwide Orphans Foundation helps 35,000 kids who can loose up to a month of language and motor skills for every three months in an orphanage. For more information, check out http://www.wwo.org.

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  • Infographic: New Year’s Eve Celebrations in the U.S.

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    New Years Eve Celebrations in the U.S.

    Are you planning a special New Year’s celebration this year? If so, check out this infographic that features just a few of the objects that are dropped during New Year’s eve celebrations around the United States . . .

    A 12-foot LED ball in Times Square, New York City, New York

    A large orange in Orange County, California

    A 3-foot glowing pickle at Cucumber & Vine Streets in Mount Olive, North Carolina

    A deuce of clubs in Show Low, Arizona

    An 800-pound giant peach at Underground Atlanta in Atlanta, Georgia

    A 10-foot Gibson guitar in Niagara Falls, New York

    A 3-foot giant wooden flea in Eastover, North Carolina

    A large pine cone in Flagstaff, Arizona

    A 100-pound fiberglass Peep in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

    A dead 20-lb carp in Prairie du Chien, Wisconsin

    An 8-foot sardine and a plywood maple leaf in Eastport, Maine

    11 locally-grown watermelons in Vincennes, Indiana

    A ten-foot guitar at Hard Rock Cafe in Memphis, Tennessee

    A drag queen in a giant ruby-red high heel in Key West, Florida

    A 15-foot tall music note in Nashville, Tennessee

    A 600-pound Moon Pie in Mobile, Alabama

    A very large lighted golf ball in Hilton Head, South Carolina

    An 800-pound beach ball in Panama City, Florida

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    The Stuttering Foundation helps people who stutter. For more information, contact http://www.stutteringhelp.org or call 800-992-9392.

    Curator: John Kremer

    John Kremer on Google+


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  • Starships from A to Z

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    Starships A to Z

    Here are some starships, arranged from A to Z, compiled by Scott Markley.

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    Acumen Fund works to improve the life of the world’s poor by investing in social enterprises and ideas. They invest in entrepreneurs who bring affordable basic services to people in the developing world. They have invested $75 million in 69 enterprises. For more details, check out http://www.acumenfund.org.

    Curator: John Kremer


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  • Funny Signs and Blazes for the Modern Hiker

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    Funny Signs and Blazes for the Modern Outdoors Person

    This is a mock infographic of signs and blazes for millennial hikers and outdoors people. #funny


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