The Comedy Tree News Archive
Dream Travel Package Deal - May 27, 2004
A leaked government document has revealed plans to turn war-torn Basra into a holiday hot-spot. A consultancy firm has been hired by coalition officials who believe the city ‘could appeal to Westerners fascinated by its archaeological and cultural heritage’.
Advertising executives at Grey London, the firm planning the Basra tourism strategy, said “selling Basra to the public won’t be impossible. The most important thing for a brand - and that’s what a holiday destination essentially is - is name awareness. Everyone knows the name of this place.
“People are watching history unfold on TV. Wouldn’t it be great to experience it first hand? Instead of watching an Iraqi being beaten on TV, why not watch it in real life?”
The Comedy Tree in conjunction with Lunn Poly is pleased to announce a holiday travel special where you can see the Best of Basra! That’s right, beat the rush, avoid the crowds or join in and beat the crowd itself! Travel to Basra for only £5! That’s right, just £5!! (Note: This rate is based on being packed in a US F-16 missile and being launched into a wedding party. The Comedy Tree assumes no responsibility in your certain death, although a large stock of fake hands are available for sale)
For those who really want a walk on the wild side, consider upgrading to the Prison Package. Hurry - book now before Abu Ghraib is demolished! For the same price, simply enter Baghdad’s Green Zone with your genitalia exposed and approach a US Marine. Tell them you have a message from George Bush and pretend your genitals are talking. You’ll be arrested you on the spot and that’s when the fun will really start! Don’t forget your camera.
Just back from the Basra trail to talk about their adventures this Thursday, May 27, are Susan Murray ("Feisty, original and superbly timed delivery" Profile), Hils Barker, Stephen Carlin and Victor Daniels with support from this week’s special Basra holiday sales consultant, MC Jeremy O’Donnell.
