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London tourists have been told to watch out for photobooth, boxing machine and pedicab scams

Westminster City Council is actively cracking down on illegal street traders in London during the festive season to protect tourists from scams.
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Egypt tourist yacht survivor's first words as five more rescued after boat sinks

The Red Sea yacht disaster raises urgent concerns about the safety of tourist operations, with ongoing rescue efforts for missing passengers.

Irish citizen who was on board yacht that capsized in Red Sea 'OK' confirms Tanaiste, as three bodies recovered and 13 remain missing

28 people were rescued while 13 remain missing after a tourist yacht capsized in the Red Sea.

Irish citizen who was on board yacht that capsized in Red Sea 'OK' confirms Tanaiste, as four bodies recovered and nine remain missing

An Irish citizen on the capsized yacht is confirmed safe.
Nine individuals are still missing following the yacht's capsizing in the Red Sea.

Egypt tourist yacht survivor's first words as five more rescued after boat sinks

The Red Sea yacht disaster raises urgent concerns about the safety of tourist operations, with ongoing rescue efforts for missing passengers.

Irish citizen who was on board yacht that capsized in Red Sea 'OK' confirms Tanaiste, as three bodies recovered and 13 remain missing

28 people were rescued while 13 remain missing after a tourist yacht capsized in the Red Sea.

Irish citizen who was on board yacht that capsized in Red Sea 'OK' confirms Tanaiste, as four bodies recovered and nine remain missing

An Irish citizen on the capsized yacht is confirmed safe.
Nine individuals are still missing following the yacht's capsizing in the Red Sea.
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#laos

Laos pledges justice after suspected tainted alcohol kills tourists

Australia demands a thorough investigation into the tragic deaths of two backpackers in Laos due to suspected tainted alcohol.

Sixth foreign tourist dies of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos

Six foreign tourists, including two Australians, have died from suspected methanol poisoning in Laos, linked to tainted alcohol consumption.

4 tourists die from methanol tainted alcohol in Laos DW 11/21/2024

Four foreign tourists have died due to suspected methanol poisoning in Laos, with multiple others hospitalized, leading to warnings for travelers.

5 tourists have died from drinking tainted alcohol in Laos

Five tourists died from suspected methanol poisoning in Laos, triggering investigations into the source of tainted alcohol.

What to Know About the Methanol Poisonings in Laos

Methanol in alcoholic beverages can be lethal, as evidenced by the recent deaths of tourists in Laos.

Eight hostel staff detained in Laos over methanol poisoning deaths

Six tourists died from suspected methanol poisoning after a night out in Laos, leading to the detention of hostel staff for interrogation.

Laos pledges justice after suspected tainted alcohol kills tourists

Australia demands a thorough investigation into the tragic deaths of two backpackers in Laos due to suspected tainted alcohol.

Sixth foreign tourist dies of suspected methanol poisoning in Laos

Six foreign tourists, including two Australians, have died from suspected methanol poisoning in Laos, linked to tainted alcohol consumption.

4 tourists die from methanol tainted alcohol in Laos DW 11/21/2024

Four foreign tourists have died due to suspected methanol poisoning in Laos, with multiple others hospitalized, leading to warnings for travelers.

5 tourists have died from drinking tainted alcohol in Laos

Five tourists died from suspected methanol poisoning in Laos, triggering investigations into the source of tainted alcohol.

What to Know About the Methanol Poisonings in Laos

Methanol in alcoholic beverages can be lethal, as evidenced by the recent deaths of tourists in Laos.

Eight hostel staff detained in Laos over methanol poisoning deaths

Six tourists died from suspected methanol poisoning after a night out in Laos, leading to the detention of hostel staff for interrogation.
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Italian tourist slashed in unprovoked attack near Times Square

A tourist was attacked in Midtown Manhattan in an unprovoked incident.
The attacker was a woman captured on surveillance.
#vang-vieng

Six people are dead after a suspected mass methanol poisoning at a backpacker party town. What went wrong in Laos?

Vang Vieng's party reputation is shadowed by recent methanol poisoning incidents resulting in multiple deaths of tourists.
Safety concerns have risen amidst ongoing popularity, prompting investigations and detentions.

Simone White: Parents of London lawyer who died in suspected methanol poisoning in Laos pay tribute

Simone White's death from suspected methanol poisoning underscores the dangers of tainted alcohol in tourist areas.

Six people are dead after a suspected mass methanol poisoning at a backpacker party town. What went wrong in Laos?

Vang Vieng's party reputation is shadowed by recent methanol poisoning incidents resulting in multiple deaths of tourists.
Safety concerns have risen amidst ongoing popularity, prompting investigations and detentions.

Simone White: Parents of London lawyer who died in suspected methanol poisoning in Laos pay tribute

Simone White's death from suspected methanol poisoning underscores the dangers of tainted alcohol in tourist areas.
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SFMTA uncovers elaborate scam at SF's Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf is experiencing a resurgence of parking scams, with recent fake QR codes targeting tourists.
The SFMTA continues to combat various parking-related scams, reinforcing the need for vigilance among visitors.

Inside London's phone snatching problem as kids as young as four are targeted

Phone theft in Westminster primarily targets unaware tourists, with daily incidents reported in key tourist areas.
#mallorca

Police find body in search for missing British tourist in Mallorca

Heavy flooding in Mallorca led to the discovery of two British tourists' bodies after being swept away in a flash flood.

Scottish minister calls for closure of Spanish website that ridicules deaths from balconing'

Balconing poses serious risks to tourists, leading to fatalities, prompting calls for action against websites trivializing these dangerous behaviors.

Police find body in search for missing British tourist in Mallorca

Heavy flooding in Mallorca led to the discovery of two British tourists' bodies after being swept away in a flash flood.

Scottish minister calls for closure of Spanish website that ridicules deaths from balconing'

Balconing poses serious risks to tourists, leading to fatalities, prompting calls for action against websites trivializing these dangerous behaviors.
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#iceland

What We Know So Far About the Cave Collapse in Iceland, as Two Tourists Remain Missing

A tragic ice cave collapse in Iceland has resulted in one death and two missing individuals among a group of 25 tourists.

Two people missing and two injured in ice cave collapse in Iceland

An ice cave collapse in Iceland seriously injured two and left two missing during a tourist group visit.
Rescue operations involve helicopters and emergency services at a popular tourist location.

American dies in ice cave collapse during Iceland glacier tour

A tourist ice cave collapse in Iceland led to one American death and one injury, prompting a rescue operation and highlighting safety concerns in glacier tourism.

What We Know So Far About the Cave Collapse in Iceland, as Two Tourists Remain Missing

A tragic ice cave collapse in Iceland has resulted in one death and two missing individuals among a group of 25 tourists.

Two people missing and two injured in ice cave collapse in Iceland

An ice cave collapse in Iceland seriously injured two and left two missing during a tourist group visit.
Rescue operations involve helicopters and emergency services at a popular tourist location.

American dies in ice cave collapse during Iceland glacier tour

A tourist ice cave collapse in Iceland led to one American death and one injury, prompting a rescue operation and highlighting safety concerns in glacier tourism.
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Busload of Indian Tourists in Nepal Plunges Into River, Killing at Least 27

The tragic bus accident in Nepal underscores the serious road safety challenges in the country's mountainous terrain.

Man dead after he and wife 'struck by car' on holiday in Spain

A British man, Steven Campbell, died from brain injuries after being struck by a car in Spain while on holiday with his wife.
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Girl, 11, stabbed in London attack is Australian tourist

An 11-year-old Australian girl was violently attacked in London, raising concerns about safety in tourist areas.

A Visit to the Swamp: The Town Made Famous by Neo-Nazi Students

Right-wing extremism in a small town is a concerning issue impacting daily life, causing fear and unease among locals and visitors.
The presence of neo-Nazi symbolism, extremist political stickers, and reported incidents in the town suggest a significant influence of right-wing radicals in Burg.

Tourists Dropping Dead From Heat in Greece

Extreme heat on European islands poses dangers to tourists, highlighting the risks of climate change.
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