While we are finding ourselves quite confused and worried during these uncertain times, it is so important to social distance and isolate as much as possible. Considering countless countries have gone under lockdown, and cities continue to tighten their virus regulations, it appears many of us didn't take action fast enough.
Europe has been attacked by this virus more so than any other continent, with France, Spain and Italy making up nearly 120,000 of the cases worldwide, says WorldoMeters. Despite their efforts at promoting social distancing, they didn't enforce these regulations fast enough.
While efforts are being implemented on a much stricter scale now, many European cities did not act fast enough from up to 10 - 15 days ago. With everything that is happening, please try your best to stay home, social distance and stay healthy. With all that being said, here are 10 disappointing photos of people in Europe who didn't take the virus seriously.
10 Milan, Italy - Influencers Gotta Influence
When it comes to keeping your brand on point, it appears even a virus can't stop influencers from getting their photos taken! While we have all been ordered to stay home by our governments, many of us failed to do so before it was too late, including this tourist serving looks right outside the Duomo in Milan, Italy.
9 Paris, France - Posing With La Tour Eiffel
Despite government officials revealing that masks should only be used for those who are sick, it appears tourists still feel the need to wear them, even 10 days prior to the official lockdown of France, Italy, and Spain. This tourist posing in front of the Eiffel Tower clearly did not get the memo.
8 Barcelona, Spain - Selfies At The Sagrada
Although large crowds having been urged to be avoided for quite some time, that didn't stop this couple from visiting one of the busiest attractions in Barcelona, Spain, the Sagrada Familia. While Spain is currently in a serious lockdown, that didn't stop anyone from flocking to major sites to see and take selfies in front of the attractions.
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7 London, England - Paying A Visit To The Queen
Considering COVID-19 has been said to appear more severe in older adults, you'd think they would take as much precaution as possible and stay put, however, not so much! This couple decided to take their chances along with countless other tourists and paid a visit to Buckingham Palace, in London as one does during a global pandemic.
6 Dublin, Ireland - St. Patrick's Day Celebrations
Despite St. Patrick's festivities being canceled worldwide, that did not stop Dublin residents from flocking to the streets to celebrate their countries most proud holiday. The March 17 event had loads of tourists decked out in green running to the bars to grab a drink, prior to all non-essential establishments closing down. But at least they've got masks, right? Sigh.
5 Venice, Italy - Tourists Hit The Streets
Italy was amongst one of the first-ever countries after China and Iran to go into lockdown after having a massive surge in numbers. It appears days before, tourists were still visiting the Venice canals takin selfies, boat rides, and enjoying the sights to see, all while being urged to have had stayed home for quite a bit.
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4 Paris, France - Lining Up At The Louvre
In addition to Italy, France also found themselves in hot water after finding themselves in a lockdown as of two weeks ago. Prior to this, tourists were still visiting one of the most popular museums in the world, The Louvre. Luckily, the prestigious museum has closed its doors at this point in the pandemic!
3 Berlin, Germany - Still Keeping Things Casual
Germany was also another European city to not take action quickly enough! While chancellor Angela Merkel has warned all German citizens to act accordingly, that did not stop anyone from pretending as if everything was normal. Tourists and residents of Berlin flocked to Brandenburg Gate to spend yet another casual afternoon.
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2 Amsterdam, Netherlands - Coffeeshop Cravings
When Amsterdam announced they were closing on restaurants, cafes and coffee shops, in order to promote social distancing, it had the opposite effect. Residents gathered outside coffee shops in masses to get their hands on that last bit of coffee shop goods, completely ignoring the rule of avoiding large crowds.
1 Rome, Italy - Getting The Perfect Shot
Instagram is a huge deal in today's world, however, when there is a pandemic, perhaps it is best to settle down on the posts and stay home. This tourist and her neon jacket managed to find themselves at Trevi Fountain days before Italy went into lockdown, but anything from 'gram, right?
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