Monkeys domesticated by tourists rob and injure travellers. How to avoid monkey attacks when travelling?
The insurance technology company Balcia often receives claims from customers about monkey attacks during their trips - the domesticated animals not only take people's glasses, phones and other valuables, but also bite or otherwise injure travellers. Kaspars Elcis, founder of the travel blog TripThis, explains where aggressive monkeys are most common and how to avoid them.
Five places to visit in Palermo
Palermo is a city rich in history, with countless sights that have been preserved for hundreds of years. It was founded by the Phoenicians, who had their golden age between the 9th and 11th centuries, under Arab rule. It is also the capital of Sicily, and is built in a charming mix of Baroque, Art Nouveau and Arabic architecture, having experienced the [...]
Five sights in Trapani
Trapani is a small town on the west coast of Sicily. It's a real resort, where you can spend your holidays alone or with your family. Trapani's old town charms with its charming streets, churches and squares where you can sip delicious traditional food and wine and, if you're lucky, experience one of Trapani's colourful and enticing festivals. As a small town, [...]
Five places to visit in Catania
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Lux Express - Comfort in every kilometre
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