Tourists really put in their two, er 10,000, cents. Disrespectful tourists inserted thousands of coins into a World Heritage Site in the UK, forcing bedraggled conservationists to conduct a time-consuming cleanup. “Approximately 200 man-hours were spent on the project,” Dr. Cliff Henry, National Trust nature engagement officer, told Jam Press of the unwanted donations. A … Read more
While many seek the great outdoors for its promise of peace and quiet, visitors to a popular European summit were greeted with long lines and maddening crowds this month. Mount Snowdon, the highest peak in Wales, is known to hikers the world over as a six-to seven- hour ascent that rewards the hearty with beautiful … Read more
A U.S. couple made a serious — and fineable — faux pas in the Floating City. NYC-based dietician Julia Latoff and her boyfriend Mike were on vacation in Venice, Italy when they decided to work off some of the pasta they’d been eating with a long jog around town. “Both of us are runners, and … Read more
This is the dramatic moment when tourists who were taking selfies were washed away by a flash flood at a waterfall in Thailand. The vactioners are said to have ignored warning signs as they slipped into a restricted zone at the Mae Sa Waterfall in Chiang Mai on August 15. They were taking selfies on … Read more
Tourists hopping between Greece’s islands on high-speed ferries are reporting rough rides and brutal bouts of seasickness along the way. Across social media, travelers this summer have been opening up about stories of rocky crossings, ill passengers and crews handing out sickness bags. Given all the reports, the ferry has been dubbed the “vomit comet,” according to The … Read more
A popular humpback whale known as “Chompers” has been spotted in the waters off the Southern California coast as she delights fans once again, this time bringing along a new baby calf. The giant whale was seen in the waters of Newport Beach with the majestic mammal enjoying her time alongside the new calf, according … Read more
Talk about checking in under an alias. A brutally reviewed Las Vegas casino resort has been accused of “catfishing” tourists by peddling rooms under two shiny “new” identities — complete with what one outlet branded as “fake-ass photos.” OYO Hotel & Casino allegedly marketed rooms inside its off-Strip Tropicana Avenue property as two seemingly separate hotels, … Read more
Hoosier cabinets — the original all-in-one kitchen — were once a mainstay in early 20th-century American homes. Though they have long since fallen out of fashion, a giant, climbable replica has been unveiled outdoors in a northern Indiana town to celebrate the cabinet’s place in kitchen history. The 30-foot model of a Dutch Kitchenette opened … Read more
California is home to many a fabled tourist attraction, but some unlucky visitors never make it out alive. In a recent TikTok, Orange County realtor Lindsey Marino gave a rundown of a fistful of perilous places in the Golden State, including two locations in Yosemite National Park that are as famed for the ever-present threat … Read more
California’s redwoods may be world-famous, but one enchanting park tucked just off the coast is still flying under the radar. Butano State Park, a secluded 4,000-acre redwood oasis near San Jose, has been crowned one of America’s “best kept secrets” by travel site Islands. While tourists flock to neighboring sites like Big Basin Redwoods, the … Read more
Your Trader Joe’s seasoning could be confiscated for contraband. Move over Trader Joe’s tote bags, because there’s a trendy new item reselling overseas, but it could get you in tons of trouble. South Koreans have been scouring store shelves, buying up the cult-favorite Trader Joe’s Everything But the Bagel Sesame Seasoning Blend on trips to … Read more
The South of France used to radiate an effortless je ne sais quoi. Today, it’s radiating content creation. Once synonymous with understated glamour, Brigitte Bardot-era beach clubs and impossibly chic Europeans escaping the spotlight, St. Tropez has become the latest victim of overtourism, influencer culture, and luxury brands chasing viral visibility. Summer is always a … Read more
Beach bummer. The US State Department has upgraded its travel warning for this popular Caribbean destination. On July 28, officials issued a Level 2 Advisory that urges Americans to “exercise increased caution” in the Bahamas due to crime. The agency warned, “violent crime, including armed robberies, burglaries, and sexual assaults, can occur anywhere in The Bahamas.” The … Read more
The breathtaking Italian Dolomites have become the latest victim of overtourism, with hundreds of visitors cramming onto mountain trails and waiting in snaking lines just to snap the same picture. One video shared on Instagram shows a seemingly endless single-file line winding through the mountains as tourists wait for their chance to reach the Tre … Read more
They got parks and wrecked. A pair of oblivious tourists have sparked outraged online after they were documented blatantly ignoring the rules at Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Park. A Reddit post detailing their crime against nature has racked up over 16,000 upvotes within a day. “People who feel rules don’t apply to them,” an … Read more
Aussies heading to this popular Italian hotspot have been warned not to break this shirtless and bikini rule — or they’ll cop a hefty fine. Varenna, a fishing village by Lake Como, is cracking down on tourists who wander the town wearing only their bikinis, and men flaunting their bare chests, fining them between €50 … Read more
Turks and Caicos Islands regularly draw Americans with their white-sand beaches — but US officials are renewing safety warnings for travelers. The US State Department on Tuesday updated its Level 2 “Exercise Increased Caution” advisory for the British Overseas Territory. The islands are best known for their turquoise waters, coral reefs and luxury resorts, while Grand … Read more
An Aussie traveler has revealed how her trip to Italy became a nightmare when she was allegedly kidnapped twice within hours by two different men. Stephanie, an executive from Melbourne, visited Europe with friends last October. When her friends flew out, the 36-year-old stayed behind. She’s known for sharing DIY home renovation videos on social media … Read more
Las Vegas was once a playground for everyday travelers. Now, many visitors are finding the price of admission harder to justify as the city leans harder into luxury hotels, celebrity-chef restaurants, stadium weekends and costly events, according to the Las Vegas Review-Journal. For budget-minded travelers, the new Vegas can feel like a city of upcharges. A … Read more
As tourists descend on one of Spain’s most popular summer destinations, the familiar problem of pickpocketing has emerged. Multiple viral videos appear to show tourists being targeted by pickpockets in Mallorca, Spain’s largest Balearic Island. The incidents occurred near Palma, the capital of Mallorca, according to the Majorca Daily Bulletin. In one video recently published by the Mallorca … Read more