It’s become a real wishing hell. A New Zealand tourist’s dive into Rome’s historic Trevi Fountain has prompted calls for harsher penalties and tighter security to protect the iconic landmark. The footage starts off innocuously enough with two girls snapping selfies in front of the 18th-century pool. Then, all of a sudden, a 30-year-old man … Read more
One of Europe’s most crowded tourist cities is cracking down on cruises and their passengers, with the mayor of the city pushing to fast-track a tax hike on short-stay passengers. Barcelona mayor Jaume Collboni on Wednesday said he wants cruise passengers to pay up to $9.30 (8 euros) per night, a 100% increase from the current … Read more
An Australian tourist has been left fighting for life after suffering a catastrophic accident while on a dream holiday in Bali. Brisbane woman Luca Loveday had been excited to spend some time on the Indonesian holiday island with her best friend, enjoying some much-needed relaxation and sunshine. The 29-year-old was just a few days into … Read more
It’s an Empire State-ment. While the Empire State Building hasn’t been the world’s tallest in a long time, it hasn’t lost its allure. The iconic skyscraper placed fourth on Tripadvisor’s list of the Top Attractions in the World for 2026, beating out such landmarks as the Louvre in Paris, France, and the Colosseum in Rome, … Read more
Move over Mickey and Minnie Mouse — there’s new vermin in the house, claims a skin-crawling lawsuit accusing Walt Disney Parks and Resorts of two counts of negligence. David Besse is seeking damages exceeding $50,000 after he “was bitten numerous times by cimicidae (‘bed bugs’)” during his stay at Disney’s All-Star Sports Resort on May … Read more
A couple have sparked outrage among locals after they were filmed having sex on a remote beach in Thailand. French tourists Halan, 24, and Nadia, 24, were arrested after footage of the pair naked on the sand in Phuket went viral over the weekend. In the footage, the pair can be seen fully stripped down … Read more
These Kansas City Chiefs players may be stars on the football field, but their standout status is up for debate in the restaurant space. Sports standouts Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes are coming under fire after the pair’s Kansas City steakhouse, 1587 Prime, which opened in Sept. 2025, was lambasted in a recent social media … Read more
More popular destinations are fighting back with tourist fines to combat the hordes of Instagram-fueled itinerants, all vying for their chance to post the perfect #travel selfie. An influx of visitors can drive up local housing costs, pose safety risks and lead to unruly behavior. In response, some local governments have installed tourist taxes to … Read more
It was a pestilence of biblical proportions. Officials in Spain’s Canary Islands are sounding alarm bells after an epic swarm of locusts descended upon the popular vacation destination, as seen in dramatic footage circulating on social media. Over the past few days, the scenic islands of Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura have been beset … Read more
Following an operation that killed the leader of the Jalisco New Generation cartel, Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, “El Mencho,” a revolt broke out in Mexico by cartel members — causing chaos across popular tourist areas in the country Sunday. The US State Department has issued shelter in place orders while airlines have canceled flights due to ongoing … Read more
A recent report is shining a light on popular destinations considered the “worst” for tourists to visit because they fall short of the hype they’ve received over the years. Analysts looked at more than 100 tourist attractions around the world and came up with a list of the “worst” destinations that “underwhelm visitors despite their global … Read more
She nearly hit rockbottom. A Chinese tourist narrowly escaped death after getting smashed onto rocks by a giant wave while sightseeing in Egypt. The vacationer had reportedly been visiting the Matrouh Eye, a scenic area in Mersa Matruh that’s popular among tourists, who flock there to view the striking rock formations and dramatic surf, NewsX … Read more
The Nevada Department of Wildlife (NDOW) confirmed the presence of a fungus linked to white-nose syndrome in bats. The fungus, Pseudogymnoascus destructans (Pd), was discovered by officials during routine monitoring of the Lake Mead National Recreation Area, according to an NDOW press release. Pd was confirmed in the sample by officials. But they stated that no bats … Read more
One tourist has a lot to be grateful for this holiday season after scoring big while playing the slots on the Las Vegas Strip. On Thursday, Nov. 27, a visitor was playing the Dragon Link slot machine at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas resort and casino. The guest placed a $25 bet on the high-limit game … Read more
London is weighing whether to implement a new tourist tax targeting overnight guests. Mayor Sadiq Khan is reportedly looking into charging overnight visitors a tax on stays at hotels and short-term rentals. “The mayor has been clear [about considering] a modest tourist levy, similar to other international cities,” a spokesperson for the mayor of London told the … Read more
A fire likely started by a tourist’s “irresponsible candle use” and clumsy incense handling broke out in the Chinese temple Wenchang Pavilion on Wednesday, November 12. In a video, flames and thick black smoke can be seen engulfing the sacred three-story building. The temple, which was commissioned in 2008 and built in October 2009, sat … Read more
It took her on a “trip” to the “falls.” Just in case we weren’t becoming overly reliant on Google Maps: A Polish tourist fell into a canal in Venice, Italy after the ubiquitous navigation app allegedly led her astray, per an Instagram video going viral. “When Google Maps says ‘go straight’ but you’re in Venice,” … Read more
A tourist believes she was scammed at a popular Las Vegas hotel after she was hit with a $224 bill for using a power outlet in her room. Sharina Butler, who is from the Bahamas, traveled to Sin City for vacation and stayed at the Paris Hotel on the Las Vegas Strip in August, when … Read more
Mamma mia. It’s common knowledge — maybe not to everyone — that Italian-American dishes are different than those served in Italy. Which means that you cannot order fettuccine alfredo or chicken parmesan at a restaurant in Italy and expect them to know what you’re talking about. Well, that’s exactly what one American tourist did while … Read more
They’re imposing some tar-ruffs. Red rover red rover, please don’t come over: Authorities in Bolzano, Italy, have made animal rights activists barking mad after proposing a tax on tourist dogs — but supporters claim that this canine tariff is long over-doo. Per the bill, owners would be charged a €1.50 ($1.75) per day to bring … Read more