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7 Times That Tourists Ruined Travel for the Rest of Us

Seriously, is there something in the air right now that’s making tourists temporarily lose their minds? It seems like every day I read a new story about travelers acting badly. Whether they’re kidnapping wild life, endangering destinations, or breaking priceless artifacts, these terrible tourists are ruining travel for the rest of us. Let these stories be your reminder of how not to act when you’re on vacation.

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Caroline Morse is a Senior Editor with SmarterTravel. Follow her on Instagram @TravelWithCaroline and on Twitter @CarolineMorse1.

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