(EPA-EFE photo)Responding to what one travel expert categorised as “a wake-up call,” TripAdvisor has begun placing symbols next to hotels and resorts that have been identified as locations of sexual assault and other major concerns. Listings will not be removed from the TripAdvisor website regardless of the number of complaints. Complaints of sexual assault on travellers are not new, and there are many posts on TripAdvisor written by travellers who say they were raped in various countries. For instance, under "Country Information" for Mexico, the State Department cautions that, "Rape and sexual assault are serious problems in resort and other areas. The warning (in red) reads: "Message from TripAdvisor: TripAdvisor has been made aware of recent media reports or events concerning this property which may not be reflected in reviews found on this listing.

Source: Bangkok Post November 10, 2017 05:15 UTC