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๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Narod.hr
National & Local

Morning article on surrogacy practices worldwide turned into an advertisement for 'reproductive tourism'

The article critiques a Croatian media outlet's promotion of surrogacy despite its legal prohibition in Croatia.

Mar 2 โ€ข 18:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
World

2,500 cruise passengers watched as an explosion occurred nearby

An explosion occurred near Abu Dhabi's port while the cruise ship Mein Schiff 4 was in port, affecting around 2,500 passengers and drawing international media attention regarding security in the region.

Mar 2 โ€ข 12:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
World

Content creator Liisa-Marie Connor, who traveled to Qatar for a family vacation: the windows are rattling and missile defense is happening overhead

Liisa-Marie Connor, a social media creator, reports that all flights in and out of Qatar have been canceled due to military activity in the area, causing significant distress.

Mar 1 โ€ข 11:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

A terrible mistake: A guide defaces the Pyramid of Unas in Egypt and social media reacts

A tourist guide in Egypt caused outrage after writing with chalk on the ancient Pyramid of Unas, describing his action as an 'unforgivable mistake.'

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Outrage in Monte Hermoso: a couple took a penguin out of the sea and brought it to shore for photos

A couple in Monte Hermoso caused outrage after pulling a penguin from the ocean to take photos, sparking widespread criticism on social media.

Feb 26 โ€ข 18:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Visir
National & Local

Stranger Things Waterfall May Become the Most Popular

The waterfall Hรกafoss in Iceland, featured in the latest season of Stranger Things, is expected to see a surge in tourist interest, leading it to potentially become one of the most visited attractions for international travelers.

Feb 26 โ€ข 10:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Charming town has tiny alleyway so narrow that people can't actually get through

A hilltop town in Italy attracts tourists to its famously narrow alleyway, which measures only 43 centimeters wide.

Feb 26 โ€ข 03:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

Terraces in Rocinha have giant lines of tourists and a two-hour wait for 360ยฐ drone videos

Tourists are waiting up to two hours at panoramic terraces in Rocinha, Rio de Janeiro, for drone videos capturing stunning views, highlighting the significant rise in popularity of the location.

Feb 22 โ€ข 09:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Mirror
National & Local

Travel influencer brands Italian city as 'filthy' and leaves holiday early

A travel influencer criticized a popular Italian city as 'filthy' and left her vacation early, prompting a backlash given Italy's reputation as a top travel destination.

Feb 20 โ€ข 15:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
National & Local

PHOTO: man risks a baby's life by holding them over the rails of the Iguaรงu Falls for a photo

A man was caught on camera holding a baby over the safety railing at the Iguaรงu Falls, sparking outrage on social media.

Feb 19 โ€ข 13:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Aaj Tak (Hindi)
National & Local

Tourists invade bedrooms to make reels in an Italian village, government tightens rules

An Italian village, Santa Maddalena, is facing an influx of tourists invading private properties to take perfect photographs, prompting local authorities to take action.

Feb 19 โ€ข 12:20 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The World's Northernmost Mountain Coaster is in Ruka โ€“ Here's What It Looks Like in Winter Cold

The northernmost mountain coaster in the world, located in Ruka, Finland, has gained immense popularity since its opening, with videos of the ride going viral on social media.

Feb 18 โ€ข 14:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Music Star Poses at Little-Known Australian Viewpoint. Now Crowds Are Heading There

A music star's recent photo at a lesser-known Australian viewpoint has sparked a surge in visitors to the location.

Feb 18 โ€ข 12:11 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Santa Maddalena: The 500-Person Village That Became a Tourist Icon Due to a Chinese Advertisement

Santa Maddalena, a small village in northern Italy, has turned into a global tourist attraction because of a viral image shared on social media, leading to both opportunities and challenges for its residents.

Feb 17 โ€ข 07:15 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Tunisia... This is where "Star Wars" began

The article explores how Tunisia's unique landscapes served as the inspiration and location for the iconic filming of the "Star Wars" series, particularly the fictional planet Tatooine.

Feb 17 โ€ข 05:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
Life & Tech

Polish tourists are hunting for 'likes'. They choose travel destinations based on Instagram photos

A survey reveals that 58% of Poles choose holiday destinations based on their 'Instagrammability', highlighting a trend in travel influenced by social media.

Feb 16 โ€ข 14:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Fox News
National & Local

Historic town could fine locals who leave trash bins out too long, ruining visitors' Instagram shots

Tewkesbury, a town in the Cotswolds, UK, is considering fining residents for leaving trash bins out too long to enhance the area's aesthetic appeal to tourists.

Feb 16 โ€ข 13:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Announced and postponed: foreign tourists do not yet have to provide social media history to enter the United States

The requirement for foreign tourists, including the French, to provide social media history to enter the United States has been postponed until at least mid-2026.

Feb 16 โ€ข 12:16 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

CAN YOU GUESS? โŸฉ The world's most beautiful country has been revealed!

Australia has been officially declared the world's most beautiful country for 2025 by major media giant Condรฉ Nast.

Feb 15 โ€ข 16:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

"Favela tour": this is the viral terrace of Rocinha in Rio de Janeiro, where they charge more than $50,000 for a drone video

A new viral tourist attraction in Rio de Janeiro's Rocinha favela offers high-quality drone videos against the stunning backdrop of the city, sparking significant interest on social media.

Feb 13 โ€ข 12:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
National & Local

Media tourism: film, TV, platforms and social media create travel destinations

The article discusses the emerging trend of media tourism in Italy, highlighting its significant economic impact and the transformation of regions into production ecosystems.

Feb 11 โ€ข 17:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Drone videos transform Rocinha's rooftop into a new tourist attraction in Rio

A rooftop in Rocinha, Rio de Janeiro, has become a sought-after tourist spot, particularly for social media enthusiasts, sparking discussions about tourism and inequality.

Feb 10 โ€ข 21:28 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Rzeczpospolita
World

Why algorithms and tourists have fallen in love with Poland

Recent trends on YouTube and X show a surge in content highlighting Poland's safety and charm, driven by extensive advertising campaigns targeting nearly 78% of the country's online populace.

Feb 3 โ€ข 06:52 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น Il Giornale
Sports

Games that will make history with the best of Italy

The article discusses the upcoming Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympics, which are expected to draw over two million tourists to Lombardy and involve significant participation from international leaders and media.

Feb 2 โ€ข 04:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡จ El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Sealion Moves to Another Beach in Mexico, Mexican Media Named Him Panchito: "He Likes Mexican Beaches"

A sealion, affectionately named Panchito by the media, has migrated to a different beach in Mexico, prompting authorities to caution tourists against approaching wildlife.

Feb 1 โ€ข 16:37 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

Memory Returning from the Battlefronts: Sudan Recovers Hundreds of Stolen Artifacts

The Sudanese government announced the recovery of approximately 570 artifacts looted during the current war, as confirmed by the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Culture, Media, and Tourism during a press conference in Port Sudan.

Jan 15 โ€ข 05:19 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ญ๐Ÿ‡ท Veฤernji List
World

Good start: Croatia on several lists with recommendations for travel in 2026.

Croatian tourist destinations are expected to gain recognition as media favorites in 2026, highlighted by the Guardian's mention of Zadar as an ideal spot avoiding mass tourism.

Jan 7 โ€ข 08:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The 'Pyramid of Water Architecture' in Egypt Sparks Controversy.. What is the Truth Behind the 'Watershed Wall'?

A historical wall in Cairo is at the center of social media debates over alleged demolition and damage during alleged cleaning and restoration efforts, which the Egyptian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has denied.

Jan 4 โ€ข 10:12 UTC

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