All articles tagged with #tourists
Originally Published 17 days ago — by The New York Times
A helicopter crashed while descending Mount Kilimanjaro, killing five people including tourists and a pilot, prompting an investigation by Tanzanian authorities.
Originally Published 17 days ago — by Santa Fe New Mexican
The Canyon Road Farolito Walk is attracting both tourists and locals, making it a popular event in the area.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Inertia
A massive avalanche occurred near Annapurna, one of the deadliest mountains in the Himalayas, with tourists watching from a safe distance at the North Annapurna base camp. The avalanche grew larger and closer, causing zero visibility and prompting concern, but no injuries were reported.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Gizmodo
Two American tourists, a father and son, were killed by swarms of venomous Asian giant hornets during a zip-lining trip in Laos, marking a rare and deadly encounter with these aggressive insects. The attack resulted in severe stings and anaphylactic shock, leading to their deaths despite emergency efforts. The incident has prompted safety reviews at the park.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by CBS News
A plane carrying mostly foreign tourists crashed in Kenya's coastal region en route to Maasai Mara, killing 11 people including the pilot, with investigations ongoing amid poor weather conditions.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Guardian
Venice is cracking down on unruly tourists who engage in illegal and disruptive behaviors, such as swimming in canals and causing disturbances, by increasing fines, bans, and implementing a tourist tax to protect its historic sites and residents.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by CBS News
Two tourists died in separate incidents near Mendenhall Glacier in Alaska, with one suffering fatal injuries from a fall and another presumed to have fallen into a stream and become trapped in ice, highlighting the dangers of visiting the area.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by BBC
A tour bus crash on the New York State Thruway resulted in five deaths and multiple injuries, mostly among international tourists, with investigations ongoing into the cause of the accident which involved the bus losing control and overturning.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by BBC
A tour bus carrying 52 tourists from India, China, and the Philippines crashed in upstate New York, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. The bus lost control, overcorrected, and overturned on I-90 near Pembroke, with rescue efforts ongoing. Several victims have been transported to hospitals, and authorities are seeking dashcam footage to investigate the cause.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by PetaPixel
A couple from Vietnam, both around 50, drowned at Sarakiniko Beach in Greece after falling into the sea while taking selfies on a cruise ship, with strong winds and waves contributing to the incident. The woman fell into the water first, and her husband attempted to rescue her but also drowned. The event highlights the dangers of taking selfies in risky environments, a trend linked to several similar accidents worldwide.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by eKathimerini.com
A Vietnamese couple tragically drowned at Sarakiniko beach in Milos while taking selfies during strong winds, highlighting the need for better safety measures at dangerous beaches.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by CNN
Two elderly female tourists from the UK and New Zealand were killed by a female elephant with a calf during a walking safari in Zambia's South Luangwa National Park, despite efforts by guides to stop the attack with gunfire.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by PetaPixel
Two tourists in Italy caused damage to a fragile 'Van Gogh' chair at Palazzo Maffei while taking photos, but it was successfully repaired. The incident highlights the risks of photo-seeking behavior in art spaces, which has led to significant damage and costly repairs worldwide.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by DW
Spain is facing a severe housing crisis driven by foreign investment, tourism, and local speculation, leading to skyrocketing property prices and rents, a shortage of affordable social housing, and protests from residents demanding government action.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The New York Times
Mount Etna in Sicily erupted, causing tourists to evacuate as ash and gas clouds billowed into the sky, though no injuries were reported and activity has since ceased. The eruption led to flight delays and highlighted ongoing risks for visitors to the active volcano.