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World Wild Schooling
1 week ago
NYC food

12 Tourist Traps Everyone Visits (And Everyone Leaves Disappointed)

Some famous tourist destinations do not live up to expectations, leading travelers to feel disappointed.
Overtourism has negatively impacted quaint locations like Hallstatt, forcing locals to limit access and protect their community. [ more ]
BuzzFeed
5 months ago
Online Community Development

"A True Disappointment:" People Are Sharing Underwhelming Travel Destinations To Skip, And The Gems You Should Consider Instead

The article shares overrated and underrated travel destinations based on advice from travelers on Reddit and BuzzFeed Community. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
8 months ago
Writing

Paris syndrome' is real the real-life French capital fails to live up to the hype

Growing up in certain cities can lead to a sense of nostalgia and disappointment when the reality doesn't match expectations.
Cafe de Flore, a famous restaurant in Paris, has become a tourist trap that doesn't live up to its romanticized depiction in literature. [ more ]
CN Traveller
10 months ago
Berlin

The best hotels near the Eiffel Tower

First-time visitors tend to head towards the Eiffel Tower, but nearby hotels may not be the best options. Consider Airbnb or other editor-approved hotels for an ideal stay near the tower. [ more ]
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