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No cruise ships, no rickshaws and a visitor tax: How popular tourist spots like Venice are tackling overtourism

From banning golf carts and cruise ships to hiking taxes for day-trippers, iconic tourist destinations are taking matters into their own hands to keep their streets sane for locals

The Independent UK

Europe's ultimate spa break? Why you need to experience the healing waters of Czechia

Creative types have been flocking to the West Bohemian Spa Triangle for centuries, but it’s still relatively unknown outside of the country. Here’s how to experience it like a local

Evening Standard

Five of the best European city breaks for summer

With outdoor concerts, alfresco dining, rooftop bars and plenty of parks and places to swim outdoors, these cities make for a great summer getaway

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As anti-tourism protests grow in Europe, we need a rethink – but that’s no reason to stop travelling

Visitors could be more sensitive, while the authorities should seek sustainable solutions for residents and tourists. But just staying at home is no answer, says multimedia journalist Leah Pattem

The Guardian - UK

Campaigners mount coordinated protests across Europe against ‘touristification’

Protesters take to streets in a dozen cities to march against an industry they say is wrecking communities

The Guardian - UK

Spain's economy minister says 'overtourism' challenges need to be addressed

Spain could receive as many as 100 million tourists this year, according to some projections

The Independent UK

Amalfi Coast's best restaurants and bars: the secret spots locals love

It’s a summer hotspot for a reason, but there are still plenty of local favourites that fly under the radar. Insider Joseph Bullmore shares his guide

Evening Standard

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Millions of Brits heading to Portugal can use eGates at Faro airport and avoid lengthy Brexit border queues

The new arrangements come after the UK and EU agreed a new trade deal

Evening Standard

Voices: This summer, the best wine festivals are in the UK – hurrah!

THE WINE DOWN: You don’t have to travel to Paris and beyond for wine fairs when there are some corking events taking place closer to home, writes Rosamund Hall

The Independent UK

An alternative Tuscany in northern Italy: fairytale hills and terracotta villages in Lombardy’s Oltrepò Pavese

Rising from the Po valley to the green Apennines, this little-visited region has good living down to a tee, with its fine wines, great food and historic villages

The Guardian - UK

Thinking of a trip to Barcelona this summer? Beware – here’s what you’ll find

From locals priced out of homes to visitors shopping at global chains, all of us are cheated in a city hollowed out by tourism, says Spain-based writer Stephen Burgen

The Guardian - UK

Brits will be allowed to skip European airport queues by using e-gates in huge boost for holidaymakers

The deal is expected to make life easier for Britons facing queues on holiday

Evening Standard

Weather warnings issued in Spain over possible snow as temperatures set to soar in the UK

Thunderstorms and hail are set to batter large parts of the country

The Independent UK

Venice’s €5 tourist fee returns – and will double for last-minute day-trippers

City authorities still hope the scheme, which made an unexpected €2.4m last year, will help tackle overtourism

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7 of the best Eastern Europe holiday destinations for an affordable city break

Travel slightly further afield to eastern Europe for cities steeped in culture and rich culinary scenes for a fraction of the price of some popular Euro destinations

International Business Times UK

Alps, Pasta and a Paycheque: Italy's £85k Offer to Brits Who'll Move and Renovate Rural Homes

Italy is offering up to £85,000 to foreigners willing to move to Trentino and renovate abandoned homes, as part of a bold plan to combat its ageing population and revive rural towns.

The Guardian - UK

Fancy a Belgian city break without the crowds of Ghent or Bruges? Mechelen might be the answer

The majestic Flemish city is dotted with renaissance palaces, great bars and eye-catching contemporary art – yet it’s firmly off the tourist trail

International Business Times UK

Sun, Sangria… And Soaring Costs: Barcelona To Double Tourist Tax In Crackdown On Overtourism

Catalonia is set to increase its tourist tax, aiming to curb overcrowding and fund local projects, impacting holidaymakers visiting Barcelona.

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Exploring Siena, Tuscany’s other artistic masterpiece

A major new exhibition at the National Gallery puts the spotlight on the Tuscan town’s artistic heritage. But nothing beats exploring its historic neighbourhoods on foot

International Business Times UK

Venice Slaps Visitors With Ridiculously High Entrance Fees: Spain, Japan And Greece Are Next, Is This The Future Of Tourism?

After implementing an entry fee in 2024 to combat the problems of overtourism in Venice, local officials are taking the measure to the next level by doubling the charges.

International Business Times

Venice Extends Tourist Tax For 2025

Venice authorities said Monday they would extend a controversial ticket policy for day-trippers in 2025, reporting that last year's trial scheme had "slightly" reduced crowds.

The Guardian - UK

Heavenly stays: 10 of the best monastery breaks in Europe

From frugal retreats to luxury escapes, these convents and monasteries offer peace and spectacular locations for all faiths

The Guardian - UK

Merchants of Venice: 10 of the city’s most beautiful historic shops

From an elegant apothercary to a jewellers in a baroque salon, these stores all have atmospheric interiors and a history of exquisite craftsmanship

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Mardi Gras the Balkan way – alternatives to Venice carnival

In Croatia, Montenegro and Albania, the legacy of Venetian occupation lives on in a series of spectacular carnivals that these days have a local twist

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Italy seeks to protect restaurants and hotels from fake and paid-for reviews

Under draft law, online reviewers would have to provide ID and proof that they visited the place in question

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