Visitor Harassment Research Unit, Purdue University

05/10/2026

05/04/2026

INDIA: Are Tourists Not Safe in India?

Are Tourists Not Safe in India? | US Tourist Alleges Assault at Karnataka Homestay | News9

05/04/2026

INDIA: Are Tourists Not Safe in India?

05/03/2026

TUNISIA: UK holidaymaker claims assault

1K likes, 812 comments. "UK holidaymaker claims assault during parasailing in Tunisia"

05/03/2026

Overtourism: Too much of a good thing?

54 likes, 12 comments. "Overtourism: Too much of a good thing?"

04/19/2026

ITALY: I'm an American Living in Italy—These Are the 6 Travel Scams I Warn My Friends and Family About in Europe

"......................'Free Gift' Scam: Watch out for guys who try to give you a rose, a friendship bracelet, or other small trinket in busy public squares, around monuments, or in touristy areas. If you accept the “gift,” they’ll start aggressively demanding money. If you see them, just keep your hands to yourself, avoid making eye contact, and keep walking. If they approach you, don’t engage with them; just say “no thank you” and continue on your way.



https://travel.yahoo.com/advice/safety/articles/im-american-living-italy-6-111500544.html

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04/19/2026

NEPAL: Everest guides accused of poisoning climbers in $20M scam

Nepal has charged 32 people over a multi-million-dollar insurance scam involving fake helicopter rescues of trekkers, police said Thursday, a long-running ra...

04/13/2026

NORWAY: Norway at its limit - Tourists flood the north | DW Documentary

2024 was a record year for Norwegian tourism, with almost 38.6 million overnight stays. The country’s cuisine, culture, and unique destinations entice visito...

04/13/2026

HONDURAS (West Bay Beach, Roatan): Disappointing and Harassing Beach Day Excursion – Not Relaxing at All

Review of Tabyana Beach

"If you’re hoping for a calm, relaxing beach day in the Caribbean, this excursion is not it.

Vendors harassed us relentlessly the entire time. By “harassed,” I mean truly persistent—one person asked us at least 30 times if we wanted our hair braided or a massage. When we politely said “no thank you,” they got snippy and refused to accept it as an answer. They even leaned over us and woke us from naps to push sales, despite the roped-off areas meant to keep them out.
We walked to nearby resorts and saw no such problems there—likely because they had security guards with weapons to deter vendors.......""

Date of experience: March 2026



https://www.tripadvisor.ie/ShowUserReviews-g944573-d1048436-r1054006148-Tabyana_Beach-West_Bay_Roatan_Bay_Islands.html

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03/26/2026

INDIA: Foreign Tourist Harassed by Men at Jal Mahal in Jaipur

"...........Concerns Over Treatment of Foreign Women
Local residents and observers have expressed serious concerns regarding the frequent objectification of foreign women, noting that their personal space is often disregarded under the pretext of admiration or curiosity. One observer remarked, “This isn’t hospitality; it is harassment,” while another stated, “If tourists don’t feel safe, we all lose.” These reflections highlight a growing awareness of the challenges faced by women travelers in popular tourist destinations................"

A foreign tourist was harassed by men at Jal Mahal in Jaipur, raising serious safety concerns for women travelers.