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Luxor, Egypt: Balloon Rides Start Up Again


According to CNN, hot air balloon rides are going up again at Egypt's Luxor site. The popular tourist feature was closed down six weeks ago after a horrendous accident that resulted in the loss of 19 lives. The rides feature aerial views of the Great Pyramids and other historic sites.

While some tourist balloon companies are still shut down while investigations continue, others may now resume their flights. The government reports that more effective inspections, safety measures and crew training will greatly reduce the dangers in future flights. Additionally, passengers now must sign liability documents accepting the risk of balloon flights.

Senior Selfies: Bad Angle Could Bring Disaster PDF Print E-mail


According to reports, a more than a dozen people have died this year and many more injured while attempting selfies in dangerous spots. It can be doubly dangerous for seniors with limited physical abilities who stretch too far out of a car window, beyond the edge of a canyon or over the railing of a cruise ship.

It’s also happening all too frequently to many travelers, young and old, who stare into their smartphones while crossing dangerous city streets. Therefore, on your next travel adventure, be sure you and your little light box obey all the safety rules. Then, you’ll get home with pictures instead of fractures.

 
 
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