"Killer" Holidays: The Dangers of Holidays Abroad

Announcements about last-minute tours haunt you around the clock, vacation is approaching every day and you, closing your eyes, already see yourself in a luxury hotel room, on the shores of the gentle sea or in a comfortable seat of a sightseeing bus. It seems that a little more, and all the daily fuss will be left behind, and everything that is required of you – is to entrust yourself to the care of your tour operator. Alas, often our overly gullible compatriots are waiting for unforeseen dangers of rest in an unfamiliar country, which they did not even know about. Together with estet-portal.com we understand the nuances of a dangerous holiday on the most popular tourist destinations.

• Turkey: Dangerous Vacation or Unrivaled Service
• Egypt: warm sea, camels and terrorist attacks
• Thailand: the perils of relaxing in enchanting beauty
• Holidays in India: an abundance of dangerous exotics

Turkey: dangerous vacation or unsurpassed service

Turkish resorts have long gained well-deserved popularity among our compatriots. However, often elementary ignorance about some features of the local way of life, and in addition, the desire to get for "their hard-earned" all at once, and forces us to face the real dangers of holidaying in this country.

Unfamiliar exotic dishes – one of the most obvious dangers that lie in wait for an inexperienced tourist. Often it is unfamiliar food that can cause digestive upset. For many people seeking to visit one of the more or less exotic countries, acquaintance with the national cuisine – one of the required items of the program. And there is nothing wrong with that, if one is guided, first of all, by a sense of proportion in such a delicate issue. Even if the dishes look quite safe, you should not get too carried away, and even more so, buy local fast food from street vendors: this way you get a very real chance of spending the rest of your vacation in a hospital room.Another, no less delicate moment, which many prefer not to think about – features of the mentality of local residents, their traditions and way of life. Of course, well-trained staff behave adequately on the territory of the hotel, however, if you are going to visit local attractions without an experienced guide, be sure to familiarize yourself with local traditions and customs in advance.

This is especially true for women, who need to take into account that too open "resort" clothes can cause sexual harassment.

Of course, the peculiarities of

local cuisine and ignorance of the peculiarities of the mentality do not exhaust all the dangers that await you, but they are in many ways similar to the problems that you may encounter in other countries.

Egypt: warm sea, camels and terrorist attacks

More recently, the political situation in this country was quite unstable, which, of course, did not contribute to increasing the tourist attractiveness for Egypt. At present, the situation has become calmer and hotels on the coast of the Red and Mediterranean Seas are again filled with numerous tourists. What are the specific dangers of rest hidden by the country of the famous pyramids, the mysterious sphinx and the scorching sun?

Before you recover in this ancient and mysterious country, study the excursion routes in detail and find out how safe they are. A responsible tour operator will definitely make the necessary adjustments to the program, because he cares not only about your safety, but also about his reputation.

Here are a few things that can ruin your holiday experience:

1. Poor quality of tap water that is unsuitable for drinking.
2. The climatic features of the country, or rather – the scorching sun, from which it is necessary to protect by all available means. Wear light-colored clothing made from natural fabrics, protect all unburned areas if possible, and most importantly, do not forget about the appropriate headgear. Also, be sure to use sunscreen cosmetics.
3. Insufficiently high quality of medical care – a significant reason to be sure to take out health insurance and get all the necessary vaccinations.
4. Features of the local "catering" that you should not check on your stomach,
Tourists "with experience" It is advised to eat only in restaurants that are designed for visiting foreigners.

If you are planning to spend unforgettable vacation days in this country, take maximum care not only about your health, but also the safety of your property,

as local thieves and scammers easily get rid of your wallet, mobile phone or other valuables at the first opportunity. The dangers of relaxing in the enchanting beauty

Thailand is one of the most popular countries worth visiting for those who are interested in the ancient culture of this country, its unforgettable Buddhist temples and palaces, luxurious beaches, fabulously beautiful lakes and waterfalls. There are many hotels for every taste, which are famous for their high level of service, and a variety of beach activities will not let you get bored until the very end of your vacation.

So, the adherents of organized recreation are in relative safety, but extreme sports enthusiasts should take maximum care of their health and property. Why? First of all, this is a lot of exotic animals that you can meet when going for a walk in the local forest – the jungle, which is inhabited by a huge number of not the most friendly representatives of the fauna. At the same time, not only poisonous snakes, elephants or rather aggressive monkeys are dangerous. The threat can come from poisonous or stinging insects, jellyfish, and even sharks. Therefore, the main rule of a tourist in Thailand is: do not touch unfamiliar animals with your hands, and most importantly, have a first aid kit on hand so that you can provide first aid. In addition, you should not dive and swim away from specially equipped beaches, where you, at least,

Besides, as in other countries teeming with tourists, there are always more than enough dexterous citizens who can be seduced by your wallet (not only cash, but also bank cards), as well as other material things you have

values.

In Thailand, you should not unconditionally trust overly friendly strangers who offer you to taste local alcoholic drinks - the consequences of such a pastime can be completely unpredictable.

For many of us, India is a completely unique combination of ancient religious and cultural traditions and the stunning splendor of nature. Perhaps a holiday in India seems to you the embodiment of your most exotic dream? Of course, in this case, when purchasing a ticket, you should definitely be aware of all the dangers of vacationing in this country.

One of the main dangers faced by any tourist in India – these are, first of all, the features of the ocean coast, replete with gigantic waves and undercurrents. Do not forget about the scorching sun: as in other hot countries, it is better to visit the beach in the morning or afternoon – in this case, you will get a nice even

tan

, but you will be able to avoid sunburn.

Among the representatives of the local fauna, the greatest threat to vacationers comes from a variety of snakes. Especially dangerous are the bites of poisonous sea snakes, which are most aggressive when they find themselves on the shore, outside their natural habitat. As in Thailand, there are a huge number of dangerous insects and arthropods, in the forests you can meet very wild monkeys, which can also show aggression if your behavior suddenly seems threatening to them.The danger of holidays in India is due not only to natural factors. A low standard of living gives rise to high crime, and here you are threatened, not only by very skilled thieves and swindlers. In India, it is not uncommon for girls to be kidnapped and then sold to numerous brothels. Women who come to this wonderful country should not leave hotels without a reliable escort.

The explosive mixture of very exotic local traditions, low standard of living and hot climate gives rise to monstrous unsanitary conditions, and as a result, a high probability of "catching" one of the most dangerous infectious diseases.

Going to India, take care of vaccinations and medical insurance. The slightest rise in temperature here is a reason for an immediate visit to the clinic.

So, as you may have noticed, the dangers of holidays in countries located in different parts of our planet are quite typical and you have the opportunity to avoid them by following a few obligatory, not too burdensome rules:

When going on vacation to an unfamiliar country, take into account the recommendations regarding local climatic features.

Respect local traditions.

• Minimize contact with strangers.
• Natural outings or excursions will only be safe when accompanied by a guide provided by a travel company.
• Take care of all the necessary vaccinations and insurance in advance, keep the necessary medicines on hand.
For more useful and up-to-date information on how not to ruin your vacation, look at estet-portal.com.
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