There's a new travel website called Oyster that promises to inject some honesty into a spurious field. Today they've got a feature comparing publicity photos of hotels and resorts to photos they took in real life. Needless to say, the differences are compelling.


Here's a photo from the Ritz Carlton Coconut Grove website. Isn't this a nice room? This would be a great place to spend some time.


Oh. Apparently whoever was staying here when the top picture was taken travels with a colorful bedspread and three palm trees.


The gym at the Runaway Bay Heart Hotel sure attracts a happy bunch. But why are they all leaning so far forward?


Because there isn't anything behind them.


This shot of South Beach's Aqua hotel looks pretty tempting. I wouldn't mind catching a wave with that dude.


On the plus side, looks like there's room for you ho-daddies to hang ten.


This gazebo on the beach at the Gran Bahia Principe Punta Cana looks like the perfect place to have a romantic wedding.


MARVA: Oooh! Ain't it lovely, Sid?

SID: I'll say. I'll bet that little pig does some squealing tonight!


You don't have to stand like a model to enjoy that buffet at the Grand Palladium Bavaro Resort and Spa. Hand-carved meats! Tasteful accoutrements!


ME: Hey! Ya got any more of that fake crab left? HEY!


You might assume from this photo that the pool at the Riu Negril Club is a great place to be alone with some sexy ladies.


Fact is, it's a sausagefest. Have a great weekend! I've got a plane to catch.