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The 12 Most Ridiculous Moments in Travel – 2010 Edition

Dirty Dozen 2010

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There’s only one way to describe this year’s “Dirty Dozen” travel moments: Ridiculous. These are the weirdest, wackiest, and yes, most absurd things to happen in the world of travel in 2010. We can’t think of another year with as many head-scratching moments: From pay-per-pee toilets and crash-landing false alarms to standup seating and overly intimate airport security, 2010 will certainly go down in infamy. Read on for the full list, but be warned: It’s only funny if it didn’t happen to you!

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