Ancient Roman Appian Way becomes Italy’s 60th Unesco world heritage site Highway that consolidated Roman empire joins modernist Romanian sculptures as latest sites added to list The Guardian - UK · Jul 28, 2024
Barcelona mayor compares city to theme park as he defends strict tourism rules The city is bracing for a potentially record 2024 The Independent UK · Jul 24, 2024
Corfu holidaymakers suffer 50-hour delay 'nightmare' after IT meltdown hits flights A Tui flight to Manchester due to depart on Friday was rescheduled to Sunday Evening Standard · Jul 22, 2024
In Mallorca, 20,000 Rally Against Overtourism Some 20,000 protesters hit the streets of Palma in Mallorca Sunday for a mass demonstration against overtourism, demanding changes to a touristic model they say is harming the Spanish Mediterranean island. International Business Times · Jul 22, 2024
Barcelona to raise tourist tax for cruise passengers The move is part of a recent raft of measures aimed at cracking down on ‘mass tourism’ to the Catalan capital The Independent UK · Jul 21, 2024
Venice makes £2million from day-tripper tax with trial scheme tipped for extension Officials in Venice say they are trying to limit numbers to help protect the city but the move has sparked protests Evening Standard · Jul 19, 2024
Venice officials defend day-tripper tax, but delay the decision on extending it Venice city officials say the day-tripper tax netted 2.4 million euros during a test phase this summer, and that decisions on how to proceed would be made in the fall after a full analysis of the data The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2024
Nice: is this the coolest city in the south of France? There’s a lot to keep an eye on in this part of Le Sud, so here’s our guide on what to do, where to eat and the coolest hotel to stay at in the hottest city of the summer Evening Standard · Jul 16, 2024
The renaissance of Venice’s favourite retreat When Venetian nobles wanted to escape the heat and crowds of the city they headed to the Brenta Riviera. Today’s visitors are following their lead The Guardian - UK · Jul 15, 2024
The hitchhiker’s guide to improving rural transport The Man Who Pays His Way: We need to talk about improving mobility – and how car-sharing can help The Independent UK · Jul 14, 2024
Venice set to change entry charge in 2025 after results of pilot scheme Venice’s experiment with payment systems for tourists only had a small impact on reducing crowds, a politician has said, meaning prices will almost certainly be hiked next year. The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2024
Swap Spain’s overcrowded hotspots for these lesser-known gems that reach 20C in spring Holiday favourites like Barcelona and the Costa del Sol have no trouble luring in the tourists – Elizabeth Bennett shares where to go to explore Spain without the crowds The Independent UK · Jul 11, 2024
Tourists in Barcelona sprayed with water as overtourism protests escalate Diners were drenched by disgruntled locals who called for holidaymakers to go home The Independent UK · Jul 8, 2024
Swanning around the Austrian lakes: a trip to Carinthia Austria’s southernmost province has 200 pristine, swimmable lakes, adrenaline-fuelled activities – and saunas with a view The Guardian - UK · Jul 6, 2024
The Guardian - UK · Jul 4, 2024 Spain’s traditional food markets are fading away – and with them, a whole way of life At my local market in Barcelona, I see how few young people have the time or inclination to join the queues for a friendly chat, says writer Stephen Burgen
The Guardian - UK · Jun 27, 2024 Rail route of the month: Nantes to Quimper, France – a Breton classic In Brittany, modern regional trains with huge windows invite you to soak up the views. Our author’s final piece in her series takes in the line to Finistère
The Independent UK · Jun 25, 2024 Tui corrects misleading ‘Brexit advice’ on website for travel to Europe Exclusive: The region’s biggest holiday company incorrectly claimed the Etias scheme started in 2022
The Guardian - UK · Jun 23, 2024 ‘We’re not anti-tourist’: Italy’s picturesque villages struggle to cope with deluge of Insta-visitors The five villages of the Cinque Terre are determined to ensure the once sleepy area is not overwhelmed by mass tourism
Wallpaper · Jun 16, 2024 A new design exhibition in Tunis explores contemporary Tunisian craft Located in the heart of Tunis, 'Carthagisme,' at Lamia Bousnina Gallery presents contemporary interpretations of Tunisian culture and craft
The Guardian - UK · Jun 11, 2024 ‘It’s very wild. I’ve seen wolves’: a hike through the forests and ghost villages of secret Galicia Trains from Britain to Spain put me a taxi ride away from Ribeira Sacra – an unspoiled region of river gorges, chestnut groves and rich history
The Guardian - UK · May 31, 2024 Under-the-radar wines from southern Spain Valencia might be famous for its sweet wines, but the lesser known bottles from the region are well worth a try
International Business Times UK · May 29, 2024 Italians Demand an End to 'Monstrous' Al Fresco Dining Trend Loved by Tourists Locals in Rome have grown disgruntled with visitors engaging in al fresco dining more often as more pavement space has been taken up and it is noisier at night.
The Independent UK · May 27, 2024 The secret heart-shaped European peninsula perfect for a foodie holiday Fancy oysters straight from cages underneath a pontoon? Kirsty Masterman immerses herself in a destination perfect food lovers and history buffs
The Independent UK · May 22, 2024 Venice entry fee labelled ‘total failure’ with tourists still flowing into the city Opposing city councillors say visitor numbers have increased following the introduction of a €5 tax
The Guardian - UK · May 16, 2024 A walk across Italy in Garibaldi’s footsteps: from Ravenna to the coast of Tuscany A route tracing the hero’s flight across the peninsula in 1849 runs spectacularly over the Apennines then descends to the sea via a string of gorgeous Tuscan towns