Embark on a spine-chilling journey with our curated selection of horror films centered around tourists. These movies not only thrill with their eerie plots but also offer a unique perspective on the perils that can lurk behind the allure of exotic destinations. Whether it's a haunted hotel or a cursed island, these films will make you think twice before booking your next holiday.
The Beach (2000)
Description: A young backpacker in Thailand discovers a secret, idyllic beach, but the paradise soon turns into a place of paranoia and violence.
Fact: The film was shot on the island of Ko Phi Phi Leh in Thailand, which became a tourist hotspot after the movie's release.
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The Descent (2005)
Description: A group of women go on a caving expedition in the Appalachian Mountains, only to encounter terrifying creatures in the cave system.
Fact: The film has two different endings, one for the UK release and another for the US.
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Hostel (2005)
Description: Two American backpackers in Europe are lured into a Slovakian hostel where they are sold to wealthy clients for torture and murder.
Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life story about a website where people could bid on the opportunity to hunt humans.
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The Hills Have Eyes (2006)
Description: A family on a road trip in the New Mexico desert is attacked by a group of cannibalistic mutants.
Fact: This is a remake of Wes Craven's 1977 film of the same name, with updated special effects and a more intense storyline.
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Turistas (2006)
Description: After a bus crash in Brazil, a group of tourists are drugged and robbed, waking up to find themselves in a nightmarish situation involving organ harvesting.
Fact: The film was shot in Brazil, and the director, John Stockwell, aimed to capture the beauty of the country alongside its darker side.
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The Strangers (2008)
Description: A couple staying at a secluded vacation home are terrorized by three masked strangers with no apparent motive.
Fact: The film was inspired by real-life events, including the Manson Family murders.
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The Ruins (2008)
Description: A group of friends on a holiday in Mexico venture into the jungle to find a lost friend, only to encounter a deadly vine that traps them on an ancient Mayan ruin.
Fact: The film is based on a novel by Scott Smith, who also wrote the screenplay. The plant in the movie was created using a combination of real plants and CGI.
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Eden Lake (2008)
Description: A couple's romantic getaway to a remote lake turns into a nightmare when they encounter a gang of violent teenagers.
Fact: The film was shot in the UK, and its realistic portrayal of violence was both praised and criticized.
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The Autopsy of Jane Doe (2016)
Description: Two coroners performing an autopsy on an unidentified woman uncover supernatural horrors linked to her body.
Fact: The film was shot in a real morgue to add authenticity to the setting, and the actress playing Jane Doe, Olwen Kelly, is a contortionist, which helped in creating some of the film's unsettling scenes.
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The Ritual (2017)
Description: Four friends on a hiking trip in Sweden to honor a deceased member encounter a malevolent presence in the forest.
Fact: The film is based on the novel by Adam Nevill, and much of the filming took place in Romania to capture the eerie atmosphere.
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