News Forum - German backpacker speaks out about rape ordeal on Koh Chang

[Thaiger]

In a horrifying revelation, a young German backpacker shared her traumatic experience of a sexual assault in Koh Chang, Trat province. As her attacker faces justice, the survivor broke her silence, urging caution to lone female travellers. Florentina Retka, a 24 year old cruise ship worker, embarked on a solo adventure to Southeast Asia, seeking the … …

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[Ramanathan.P]

Anyone who wanted to travel and explore new places have to do their homework first upfront. Going to a remote unknow place with a stranger is asking for truble. Did she check the tour guide license before engaging him. Further in Koh Chang the remote  areas lack electricity and phone coverage also. 

[ChrisS]

"Florentina’s ordeal sheds light on a disturbing pattern of assaults on tourists in Thailand. Shockingly, other cases highlight the vulnerability of travellers, emphasising the need for increased awareness and caution."

And in another story TAT are wondering why their figures are down! Do they not realise that these types of story have a serious effect on tourist trust.

 

[cowslip]

victim blame - not surprised!