Tourist

'ICE agents get money per head that they detain': UK woman detained in US despite valid tourist visa

The retiree grandmother was travelling with her husband when the couple were stopped while attempting a same‑day crossing into Canada; officials later flagged that her husband’s visa had lapsed, even as hers remained in order.

Korean tourist scammed in Delhi by 'professor': 'Worst experience in India, lost Rs 9,000'

Digital creator Walter K, recounts ordeal of inflated fares and emotional distress, until locals intervened to help. A few social media users pointed out that the scammer in the video is known to target foreigners visiting the area and urged the police to act against him.

Man travels to 198 countries in 1.5 years asking locals, 'What is your happiest memory?'

'I wanted to explore happiness from a global perspective,' the 35-year-old told Guinness World Records, reflecting on his own struggles with depression during Covid.

Chinese tourist, making a reel, falls from moving train after being struck by bushes in Sri Lanka. Video

The incident, which occurred on Sunday, was captured in chilling footage; the woman’s arm is seen flailing in panic as she is dragged out of the train.

Czech tourist held in Goa for carrying a 'bike computer', fined Rs 1,000

The Indian Wireless Telegraphy Act from 1933 states that 'no person shall possess wireless telegraphy apparatus except under and in accordance with a license issued under this Act'.

Russian actress swept away by giant wave in Thailand while she meditated on cliff. Video

Kamilla Belyatskaya’s body was eventually a kilometer from the viewpoint, while her pink yoga mat was the only sign of her left behind at the scene.

Tourist's skin melts off his feet after he lost flip-flops in sand dunes of Death Valley

The exact cause of the man losing his shoes remains unclear due to communication barriers, but it is suspected that his flip-flops either broke or were lost in the sand.

Indian tourists future growth engine for global tourism: OECD

Rapid expansion of the middle classes and scaling up of air connectivity in India a major factor

Asia's largest Tulip garden in Srinagar | Witness record breaking tourist attraction

The world-renowned and largest tulip garden in Asia, which opened its doors to tourists on March 23, welcomed over two hundred thousand visitors from across the globe in just two weeks. Last year, nearly three hundred seventy-two thousand tourists explored the tulip garden. Anticipations are high that this year's tourist influx will surpass previous records. Known as 'Siraj Bagh' in Urdu and 'Gulle Lala' in the local language, the Tulip Garden is nestled at the foothills of the 'Zabarwan' mountains, adding to its allure. Tourists often liken the beauty of Kashmir to that of Switzerland or the Netherlands.

Taxi driver threatens GoaMiles passengers to cancel Rs 300-ride, take local cab for Rs 1,000 instead

The Goa government had launched the GoaMiles app in 2018. Since then, those registered with the app have faced the brunt of the taxi mafia.

Bengaluru: First electric train service to Nandi Hills from December 11

The electrification between Yelahanka and Chikkaballapur was completed in March 2022, but the introduction of electric trains on the route was delayed by SWR

Lost in translation: Tourist's 'pomegranate' order leads to bomb scare in restaurant

The unsuspecting server, upon seeing the word 'grenade,' immediately perceived it as a bomb threat and promptly alerted the police.

Sikkim floods: Indian Army to the rescue again, rescues tourists in flood-hit state

A total of 6,505 people have been rendered homeless by the flash flood and sheltered at 26 relief camps in four districts.

Tourist falls 300 feet to death from dangerous 'ladder of heaven' in Europe mountains

The 130-feet long sky ladder in Austria, often described as the 'ladder of heaven', a tourist attraction and is popular among climbing enthusiasts.

Charged Rs 57,000 for crab dish at restaurant, Japanese tourist calls the cops

A Japanese tourist in Singapore was left aghast after being charged Rs 57,000 for a crab dish at a restaurant.

Drunk tourist tries to climb iconic statue at Brussels Stock Exchange, causes nearly 16 lakh in damages

The dramatic episode, captured on camera, culminated in a piece of the statue, likely the torch it held, breaking off in the process.

G20: Delhi Metro to sell 'Tourist Smart Cards' through dedicated counters from September 4-13

These cards will be available in two categories -- one-day and three-day validity -- offering "unlimited rides" in the metro network.

Climate Change is wrecking the tourist havens

From Hawaii in the US to Himachal Pradesh in India, hopes of riding out climate change in tropical paradises or verdant hill landscapes are fast receding. The long arm of global heating will find you everywhere. Get cracking on flood-proofing infrastructure to updating water and fire management, and making homes and other buildings more resilient