Why are tourists returning items to Pompeii?

Plus Hawaii resumes longest flights, Italian homes selling for $2, Baja California road trip guide...

Returning "cursed" items to Pompeii Tourists from all over the world have been sending items back to Pompeii which they believe have brought them misfortune. In a recent conversation with Lonely Planet, Pompeii's Archaeological Officer has stated that more than 200 packages containing returned items have been sent - some with specific details of their bad luck.   Learn More   The longest US domestic flight is coming back to take travelers to Hawaii Although the 5095-mile flight previously operated five times per week, and is the longest domestic flight in the US, it will return with a twice-weekly nonstop service between Honolulu's Daniel K. Inouye International Airport and these major mainland airports. Read More One of 'Italy's most beautiful villages' is auctioning homes from €1 This idyllic Sicilian village is the latest spot in Italy to auction abandoned homes for €1 in a bid to revive its population. Read More The ultimate Baja California road trip guide Stretching some 760 miles south from the US border, this Mexican peninsula is a land of compelling contrasts — a dry, mostly desert geography with hidden enclaves of lush vineyards, jagged mountains and solemn cactus forests bordered by crystalline waters and wide sandy beaches. Read More Tons of other articles posted this week In addition to these top picks above, take a look at the other articles we've published this past week. For example: I went to Cuba after it reopened - here's what happened 7 US hotels steeped in political history Costa Rica removes COVID test requirement as it opens borders to all Kazakhstan is 'very nice' as tourism board adopts Borat's catchphrase Read More   Go Premium with a Lonely Planet Membership.   Enjoy the perks of being an official LP Member and get unrestricted access to watch any shows on Lonely Planet TV, unlimited destinations on the Lonely Planet Guides app, exclusive discounts to the Lonely Planet Shop and more.   Get your membership

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