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Doug Lansky is a travel writer based in Stockholm who has written books for Lonely Planet, Rough Guides and contributed to Esquire, Men's Journal, National Geographic Adventure, Readers Digest and others. He also wrote a nationally syndicated travel column, hosted a Trailblazers program for the Travel Channel and founded Signspotting and The Titanic Awards. When he's not out traveling, he can often be found on the lecture circuit (represented by Keppler Speakers).
 
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Blog Entries by Doug Lansky

The 7 Funniest 'Crap Souvenirs' of the Month (PHOTOS)

Posted July 25, 2011 | 01:42 AM (EST)

Please send us photos of your favorite kitsch souvenirs! Things you may have picked up years ago and are still dotted around your house or things you didn't even dare to buy. Time to kill after you pass airport security? Swing by the gift shop and snap a pic of...

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The 9 Funniest Signs of the Month (PHOTOS)

27 Comments | Posted July 1, 2011 | 10:06 AM (EST)

If it seems like people are putting up new stupid signs everyday, it's because they are. As you leave on your summer vacation, don't forget to pack a camera and keep an eye out for unusual signage.

Here are the funniest signs from June (plus 9 more...

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The 9 Funniest Signs of the Month (PHOTOS)

111 Comments | Posted June 3, 2011 | 07:04 AM (EST)

If it seems like people are putting up new stupid signage everyday, it's because they are. Fortunately, alert Signspotters are there to capture these gaffes (and please keep them coming!).

Here are the top 9 new uploads from May (plus 9 more great contenders that nearly made the...

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The 9 Funniest 'Crap Souvenirs' of the Month! (PICTURES)

66 Comments | Posted May 24, 2011 | 03:53 PM (EST)

It's nice to see I'm not the only one who has some utterly kitsch crap sitting around the house.

Thank you for dusting off your souvenirs, photographing them and uploading them at CrapSouvenirs.com -- there's been lots of great submissions so please keep them coming.

If you...

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The 9 Funniest Signs From March (PHOTOS)

Posted March 29, 2011 | 02:26 PM (EST)

It's hard to imagine there are so many new and funny signs getting discovered, but please keep them coming. Here are the top 9 new uploads from March (plus 12 more great contenders here). Upload your own Signspottings and check out the new signs getting posted everyday at...

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7 Totally Inappropriate Church Signs (PHOTOS)

Posted March 2, 2011 | 06:34 AM (EST)

I don't think you can blame God for these, although you could say there's a lack of divine intervention. Maybe it's just a higher power with a lower sense of humor?

If you like these accidental gaffes and would like to see a few examples of pastors trying to be...

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The 9 Funniest Signs From February (PHOTOS)

Posted February 25, 2011 | 03:37 PM (EST)

Great new and funny signs keep popping up around the world. With your help, they're getting photographed. Here are the top 9 new uploads from February (plus 10 more great contenders here). Upload your own Signspottings and check out the new signs getting posted everyday at signspotting.com.

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7 Worst Stick Figure Injuries (PHOTOS)

Posted February 10, 2011 | 05:19 PM (EST)

The poor stick figure. He tries so hard to keep us safe by showing us what not to do. But for him, there are no organ donors, no blood transfusions, no hospital care, no long-term sick leave benefits. You get injured and it's not just permanent, but that's how you're...

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The 10 Funniest Signs From January (PHOTOS)

Posted February 4, 2011 | 07:42 AM (EST)

New funny signs are going up everyday around the world. With your help, they're getting photographed. Here are the Top 10 new uploads from January (plus 15 more that could have easily made the list). Upload your own Signspottings and check out the new blog-mode for easy viewing...

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7 Countries With The Worst Dressed Tourists (PHOTOS)

Posted January 10, 2011 | 01:41 PM (EST)

Looks like American tourists are in dire need of a makeover. (Note to Oprah: please help!) This is the second time in a row that we've nailed the top spot for fashion neglect abroad. The results come from the Titanic Awards survey (3,400 respondents from 99 countries). This is an...

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The 10 Funniest Signs From December (PHOTOS)

Posted December 21, 2010 | 11:05 AM (EST)

Here are 10 fantastic signs that just came in. Enjoy! Upload your own Signspottings and check out the new blog-mode for easy viewing at signspotting.com. And don't miss the brand new Signspotting 2011 Day-to-Day Calendar

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The World's Worst Toilets (PHOTOS)

Posted December 21, 2010 | 07:51 AM (EST)

Last week, I showed which eight countries have the worst beer. This week, we turn to toilets.

Greece and Afghanistan made the list for the first time, Mexico moved up the rankings, and Indonesia is no longer among the top 10. But the top three (China, India, France)...

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The World's Worst Beer (PHOTOS)

Posted December 15, 2010 | 07:44 AM (EST)

America didn't just repeat as producers of the world's worst beer, we increased our margin of victory by 7 points (in a new survey of 3,400 respondents from 99 countries). Hard to say if American beer is getting worse, or the rest of the world's beer production is improving. Or,...

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The Nastiest Holiday Promo Signs (PHOTOS)

Posted December 14, 2010 | 10:33 AM (EST)

If you're tired of getting bombarded by all those last-minute Christmas promos, here are a few bizarre offerings to brighten your day. Upload your own funny sign pics at www.signspotting.com or check out the latest "best of" collection.

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Be Thankful For November's BEST Funny Signs (PHOTOS)

Posted November 26, 2010 | 10:00 AM (EST)

Thank you, HuffPost readers, for sending in so many great photos of funny signs from around the world. Here are 7 of my favorites sent in during the last month. Enjoy! (View more signs and submit your own at www.signspotting.com)

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Crazed Violent Stick Figures (PHOTOS)

Posted October 22, 2010 | 10:18 AM (EST)

Most stickman are extremely helpful, often putting their own two-dimensional bodies at risk to help us from making the same mistakes. But others aren't quite so kind. Here's a little sampling of the criminal world of stickmen, the ones who have turned on each other. If you come across a...

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7 Funniest F%#king Signs Ever (PHOTOS)

Posted October 8, 2010 | 01:14 PM (EST)

There are plenty of ways to group signs into themes, but few have as natural a connection as this one. These images really only have one f%#king thing in common. For a slightly more tasteful and complete collection of funny signs, check out any of the three Signspotting...

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The 7 Most Bizarre Animal Crossing Signs Ever (PHOTOS)

Posted September 27, 2010 | 07:45 AM (EST)

It's always nice to see cars yield for wildlife. But check out some of these unusual animal crossing signs. Check out more funny signs (and submit your own) at signspotting.com

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Most Challenging Traffic Signs Ever (PHOTOS)

Posted September 13, 2010 | 10:16 AM (EST)

When you visit a new country, you're not allowed to vote. You can't cash a personal check. Your
library card isn't valid. Yet they let you drive. They let you get behind the wheel of a multi-ton vehicle and zip around anywhere you please. Somehow we are expected to...

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How To Pee & Other Insane Signs That Teach You To Use The Bathroom (PHOTOS)

Posted September 9, 2010 | 09:01 AM (EST)

Anyone who has spent time traveling in less developed parts of the world, such as...well, Italy, has probably come across a squat toilet. Some travelers embrace the new experience, but many simply venture in, take a cursory look at the hole in the floor, and then decide they can wait....

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