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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

Barcelona plans to raise tourist tax for cruise passengers visiting for few hours

Move targeting those in city for less than 12 hours is latest measure from mayor to tackle effects of mass tourism

The Guardian - UK

Jordi Alba And Teammates Embrace Camaraderie During Training Session

Discover how Jordi Alba and his Barcelona teammates showcase camaraderie and team spirit during a relaxed training session, highlighting the importance of ...

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Affordable travel is to blame for Europe’s overtourism problem, spoiling its most sought-after cities like Barcelona, Amsterdam and Athens

Mass tourism isn't a new phenomenon, but it’s reached a tipping point in Europe where locals are increasingly bearing the brunt of it.

Fortune

Putting design first: six social housing projects from around the world

Australia’s commitment to social housing is far outstripped by rising demand. With greater opportunity, architects could deliver world class designs

The Guardian - AU

Beijing 2008 and 2022: China's ambitious Olympic projects (4/5)

Since the creation of the modern Olympic Games in 1896, the competition to be selected as the host city has been fierce. Cities vie with innovation and resources to stand out and attract athletes and spectators from around the globe. Follow our special coverage this week as we bring you…

France 24

Who is heading F1's midfield battle?

RB had looked to be on a lonely road to sixth in the 2024 Formula 1 constructors' championship, but its midfield rivals have improved as its own fortunes declined with a Barcelona upgrade package.

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Who is heading F1’s midfield battle?

RB had looked to be on a lonely road to sixth in the 2024 Formula 1 constructors' championship, but its midfield rivals have improved as its own fortunes declined with a Barcelona upgrade package.

Motorsport

Revisiting host cities: How the 1992 Summer Olympics transformed Barcelona (3/5)

France 24

UEFA Euro 2024: Yamal and Williams help La Roja out of Tiki-Taka rut

BARCELONA: Spain arrived in Germany with no huge stars or real expectations. Six weeks later, Luis de la Fuente's team heads home with a European Championship title to celebrate and reason to believe in a bright future.

The Times of India

Revisiting host cities: Munich, a model Olympic village (1/5)

France 24

How Lionel Messi and Lamine Yamal have 'unintentionally' turned a Barcelona photographer's world upside down

NEW DELHI: Photographer Joan Monfort, who lives in Barcelona, has been a fixture at sporting events all throughout Spain for more than 30 years. However, he rose to international fame after a 2007 photo he took came to light lately.

The Times of India

Why F1 upgrade stumbles have become twice as costly in 2024

If there is one element that characterises Formula 1's current era, it may well be the unpredictable form curves that fluctuate more than they did before 2022.

Motorsport

Why F1 upgrade stumbles have become twice as costly

If there is one element that characterises Formula 1's current era, it may well be the unpredictable form curves that fluctuate more than they did before 2022.

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The Independent UK

The one thing that made the Spanish the best footballers in the world

As the Spanish win the Euro’s for a fourth time, Jim White looks back to the specific change that was made 20 years ago that led to La Roja dominating football for the next generation

Al Jazeera

Palestinians pledge to support Spain in its Euro 2024 final against England

Amid Israel’s ongoing war, football fans in Gaza will back Spain in its bid to beat England for Euro 2024 glory.

The Independent UK

Spain’s tourism minister hits out at Barcelona protests

Video footage shows holidaymakers dining outside popular squares in the city being doused with water pistols

Evening Standard

Lamine Yamal: Dani Carvajal warns Spain and Barcelona must protect teenage sensation after Euro 2024 heroics

Real Madrid defender urges careful treatment of La Roja’s young superstar to prevent him from burning out

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The Guardian - UK

‘We hiked green volcanoes near Barcelona’: readers’ favourite day trips from cities

Our tipsters revel in rural escapes and dips in the sea on their city breaks from Gdańsk to Lisbon

The Independent UK

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

Lamine Yamal’s celebration explained after inspiring Spain to Euro 2024 final

The 16-year-old scored a wonder goal for Spain to become the youngest ever scorer at a men’s European Championship

Louder

"It felt like maybe you couldn't breathe, and maybe you wouldn’t make it through the night": Eddie Vedder opens up on alarming illness that led to the cancellation of three Pearl Jam shows

Eddie Vedder tells a Barcelona crowd that the illness "almost felt like a near-death experience"

The Independent UK

Lamine Yamal makes history as Spain beat France to reach Euro 2024 final

The Barcelona winger scored a superb equaliser at the age of 16 years and 362 days.

Fortune

Barcelona residents are so fed up with tourism they’re squirting visitors with water guns as they try to enjoy their meals

Locals argue that tourism isn't helping with soaring housing costs, precarious employment, and a lower quality of life.

Al Jazeera

Why are Barcelona residents protesting against tourists?

Thousands of people joined an anti-tourism protest in Barcelona amid rising housing costs.

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