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www.theguardian.com
6 days ago
Europe news

Third of people in Spain say local area has too many foreign tourists

Many Spaniards feel overwhelmed by international tourists, particularly in tourist hotspots like Barcelona.
A significant portion of the population supports measures against overtourism, including regulations on short-term rentals. [ more ]
#santorini
www.dw.com
1 week ago
OMG science

Greek island of Santorini is overrun by cruise ship tourists DW 09/11/2024

Santorini faces severe challenges from overtourism, straining its infrastructure and local resources with thousands of daily cruise ship tourists. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
OMG science

Santorini: an island overrun by cruise ship tourists DW 09/11/2024

Santorini, a major tourist destination, is facing significant challenges from mass tourism, particularly with limited infrastructure like its cable car system. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Everywhere jam-packed': mayor of Santorini warns of overtourism crisis

Santorini's mayor warns that unchecked development driven by overtourism threatens the island's natural beauty and tourism appeal. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Everywhere jam-packed': mayor of Santorini warns of overtourism crisis

Santorini's mayor warns that unchecked development driven by overtourism threatens the island's natural beauty and tourism appeal. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Everywhere jam-packed': mayor of Santorini warns of overtourism crisis

Santorini's mayor warns that unchecked development driven by overtourism threatens the island's natural beauty and tourism appeal. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Everywhere jam-packed': mayor of Santorini warns of overtourism crisis

Santorini's mayor warns that unchecked development driven by overtourism threatens the island's natural beauty and tourism appeal. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
OMG science

Greek island of Santorini is overrun by cruise ship tourists DW 09/11/2024

Santorini faces severe challenges from overtourism, straining its infrastructure and local resources with thousands of daily cruise ship tourists. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 week ago
OMG science

Santorini: an island overrun by cruise ship tourists DW 09/11/2024

Santorini, a major tourist destination, is facing significant challenges from mass tourism, particularly with limited infrastructure like its cable car system. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Everywhere jam-packed': mayor of Santorini warns of overtourism crisis

Santorini's mayor warns that unchecked development driven by overtourism threatens the island's natural beauty and tourism appeal. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Everywhere jam-packed': mayor of Santorini warns of overtourism crisis

Santorini's mayor warns that unchecked development driven by overtourism threatens the island's natural beauty and tourism appeal. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Everywhere jam-packed': mayor of Santorini warns of overtourism crisis

Santorini's mayor warns that unchecked development driven by overtourism threatens the island's natural beauty and tourism appeal. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Everywhere jam-packed': mayor of Santorini warns of overtourism crisis

Santorini's mayor warns that unchecked development driven by overtourism threatens the island's natural beauty and tourism appeal. [ more ]
moresantorini
#greece
Conde Nast Traveler
1 week ago
Europe news

These Greek Islands Are Implementing New Fees for Cruise Visitors

Greek officials are introducing a 20-euro fee for cruise passengers in Santorini and Mykonos starting 2025 to curb overtourism.
Overcrowding on popular Greek islands is prompting new regulations to improve visitor management and infrastructure. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Digital life

Greece to Restrict Cruise Visits as Islands Struggle With Tourist Crowds

Greece is implementing measures to manage overtourism on its islands by increasing fees and limiting cruise ship arrivals. [ more ]
Fortune
1 week ago
Business

Greece to crack down on short-term rentals and levy port fees amid overtourism

Greece is imposing new measures to tackle overtourism and its adverse effects, focusing on fees and local community support. [ more ]
Conde Nast Traveler
1 week ago
Europe news

These Greek Islands Are Implementing New Fees for Cruise Visitors

Greek officials are introducing a 20-euro fee for cruise passengers in Santorini and Mykonos starting 2025 to curb overtourism.
Overcrowding on popular Greek islands is prompting new regulations to improve visitor management and infrastructure. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 week ago
Digital life

Greece to Restrict Cruise Visits as Islands Struggle With Tourist Crowds

Greece is implementing measures to manage overtourism on its islands by increasing fees and limiting cruise ship arrivals. [ more ]
Fortune
1 week ago
Business

Greece to crack down on short-term rentals and levy port fees amid overtourism

Greece is imposing new measures to tackle overtourism and its adverse effects, focusing on fees and local community support. [ more ]
moregreece
#travel
World Wild Schooling
1 week ago
NYC food

12 Tourist Traps Everyone Visits (And Everyone Leaves Disappointed)

Some famous tourist destinations do not live up to expectations, leading travelers to feel disappointed.
Overtourism has negatively impacted quaint locations like Hallstatt, forcing locals to limit access and protect their community. [ more ]
Business Insider
3 weeks ago
OMG science

I went to Venice for the first time. I loved it, but I won't go back due to the massive crowds.

Overtourism in Venice severely impacts both the local residents and the experience of tourists, highlighting a need for sustainable travel practices. [ more ]
Independent
1 month ago
San Francisco

Kirsty Blake Knox: I went on holiday to one of Europe's over-tourism hotspots and it made me think about what a 'good tourist' means

Post-pandemic travel has surged, igniting public interest in holidays but raising concerns about mass tourism's negative impacts. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 month ago
Marketing

Why we need to break bad tourist behavior this summer

Travel is at an all-time high this summer, raising concerns about overtourism and its impact on local communities. [ more ]
World Wild Schooling
1 week ago
NYC food

12 Tourist Traps Everyone Visits (And Everyone Leaves Disappointed)

Some famous tourist destinations do not live up to expectations, leading travelers to feel disappointed.
Overtourism has negatively impacted quaint locations like Hallstatt, forcing locals to limit access and protect their community. [ more ]
Business Insider
3 weeks ago
OMG science

I went to Venice for the first time. I loved it, but I won't go back due to the massive crowds.

Overtourism in Venice severely impacts both the local residents and the experience of tourists, highlighting a need for sustainable travel practices. [ more ]
Independent
1 month ago
San Francisco

Kirsty Blake Knox: I went on holiday to one of Europe's over-tourism hotspots and it made me think about what a 'good tourist' means

Post-pandemic travel has surged, igniting public interest in holidays but raising concerns about mass tourism's negative impacts. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 month ago
Marketing

Why we need to break bad tourist behavior this summer

Travel is at an all-time high this summer, raising concerns about overtourism and its impact on local communities. [ more ]
moretravel
#tourism-management
Business Insider
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Indonesia is halting new hotel building in Bali, citing rampant overtourism

Indonesia is halting new hotel construction in Bali to combat overtourism and promote better tourist behavior. [ more ]
Washington Post
1 week ago
NYC food

Rome floats plan to charge tourists at Trevi Fountain

Rome is planning to limit crowds at the Trevi Fountain due to overtourism, proposing a ticketing system for tourists while keeping it free for locals. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 week ago
NYC real estate

Indonesia is halting new hotel building in Bali, citing rampant overtourism

Indonesia is halting new hotel construction in Bali to combat overtourism and promote better tourist behavior. [ more ]
Washington Post
1 week ago
NYC food

Rome floats plan to charge tourists at Trevi Fountain

Rome is planning to limit crowds at the Trevi Fountain due to overtourism, proposing a ticketing system for tourists while keeping it free for locals. [ more ]
moretourism-management
#tourist-tax
Conde Nast Traveler
1 week ago
NYC real estate

These UK Seaside Towns Just Introduced the Country's First Tourist Tax

The UK destinations Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole are introducing a £2 tourist tax to support local tourism and economy. [ more ]
Washington Post
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

A tax on tourism? To visit these destinations, it'll cost you extra.

Governments worldwide are increasingly imposing tourist taxes to combat overtourism and preserve local environments. [ more ]
Fortune Europe
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Fury growing in Italy over plan to hike tourist tax, as politicians accused of 'profiteering'

Rome considers increased tourist taxes to curb overtourism, risking deterring tourists and sparking backlash from tourism leaders. [ more ]
CN Traveller
3 months ago
NYC real estate

These UK towns have just introduced a tourist tax

UK destinations are introducing tourist taxes to manage overtourism and support local communities. [ more ]
Conde Nast Traveler
1 week ago
NYC real estate

These UK Seaside Towns Just Introduced the Country's First Tourist Tax

The UK destinations Bournemouth, Christchurch, and Poole are introducing a £2 tourist tax to support local tourism and economy. [ more ]
Washington Post
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

A tax on tourism? To visit these destinations, it'll cost you extra.

Governments worldwide are increasingly imposing tourist taxes to combat overtourism and preserve local environments. [ more ]
Fortune Europe
2 weeks ago
Europe news

Fury growing in Italy over plan to hike tourist tax, as politicians accused of 'profiteering'

Rome considers increased tourist taxes to curb overtourism, risking deterring tourists and sparking backlash from tourism leaders. [ more ]
CN Traveller
3 months ago
NYC real estate

These UK towns have just introduced a tourist tax

UK destinations are introducing tourist taxes to manage overtourism and support local communities. [ more ]
moretourist-tax
#tourism
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

Rome could limit access to Trevi fountain as it grapples with overtourism

Rome's officials are considering limiting access to the Trevi Fountain due to overtourism and crowd management issues. [ more ]
Axios
2 weeks ago
Europe news

"Tourist taxes" help hotspots in Europe cope with surges of visitors

Tourist destinations are increasing fees to manage overtourism and its environmental impact. [ more ]
Fortune Europe
2 weeks ago
Tech industry

Italy is mulling a 25-a-night tax for tourists staying at its most expensive hotels to turn overtourism into economic gain

Italy is addressing overtourism by considering increased hotel fees amid growing public frustration from rising tourist numbers. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
4 weeks ago
Europe news

Mass tourism in Spain: What do the numbers reveal?

Spain is experiencing a surge in international tourism, anticipating 95 million visitors in 2024.
Protests against mass tourism are rising, seeking to protect local communities.
The economic benefits of increased tourism are juxtaposed with community well-being concerns. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Overtourism: Travel companies are turning to private islands DW 08/16/2024

The surge in private island sales reflects a shift in tourism, prioritizing exclusivity and avoiding overcrowded destinations. [ more ]
SFGATE
1 month ago
San Francisco

'Reckless nighttime behavior': Hawaii suspends popular beach camping

Camping at Sand Island State Recreation Area is suspended due to reckless behavior, impacting safety and maintenance. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

Rome could limit access to Trevi fountain as it grapples with overtourism

Rome's officials are considering limiting access to the Trevi Fountain due to overtourism and crowd management issues. [ more ]
Axios
2 weeks ago
Europe news

"Tourist taxes" help hotspots in Europe cope with surges of visitors

Tourist destinations are increasing fees to manage overtourism and its environmental impact. [ more ]
Fortune Europe
2 weeks ago
Tech industry

Italy is mulling a 25-a-night tax for tourists staying at its most expensive hotels to turn overtourism into economic gain

Italy is addressing overtourism by considering increased hotel fees amid growing public frustration from rising tourist numbers. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
4 weeks ago
Europe news

Mass tourism in Spain: What do the numbers reveal?

Spain is experiencing a surge in international tourism, anticipating 95 million visitors in 2024.
Protests against mass tourism are rising, seeking to protect local communities.
The economic benefits of increased tourism are juxtaposed with community well-being concerns. [ more ]
www.dw.com
1 month ago
NYC real estate

Overtourism: Travel companies are turning to private islands DW 08/16/2024

The surge in private island sales reflects a shift in tourism, prioritizing exclusivity and avoiding overcrowded destinations. [ more ]
SFGATE
1 month ago
San Francisco

'Reckless nighttime behavior': Hawaii suspends popular beach camping

Camping at Sand Island State Recreation Area is suspended due to reckless behavior, impacting safety and maintenance. [ more ]
moretourism
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Tourist boom threatens to swamp Indian mountain town where Dalai Lama took refuge

McLeod Ganj is undergoing rapid transformation due to overtourism and climate crisis, impacting its local Tibetan community and spiritual ambiance. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
NYC food

One price for locals, another for tourists: Lisbon restaurants' secret tax on out-of-towners

Lisbon restaurants are charging tourists more while offering locals discounts, leading to a secretive and discriminatory pricing practice. [ more ]
#travel-impact
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
Europe news

Why some residents of European hot spots just want tourists to stay away

Overtourism is causing significant resentment in popular European destinations, with rising protests highlighting local frustrations. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Trouble in paradise: How the summer of overtourism is impacting locals

Overtourism in 2024 leads to significant privacy loss and frustration for locals like Martinho de Almada Pimentel. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago
Europe news

Why some residents of European hot spots just want tourists to stay away

Overtourism is causing significant resentment in popular European destinations, with rising protests highlighting local frustrations. [ more ]
Fast Company
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Trouble in paradise: How the summer of overtourism is impacting locals

Overtourism in 2024 leads to significant privacy loss and frustration for locals like Martinho de Almada Pimentel. [ more ]
moretravel-impact
Slate Magazine
4 weeks ago
Left-wing politics

What Democrats Are Doing At The DNC

The DNC aimed to boost Democratic enthusiasm and address major electoral challenges through influential speakers and significant polling insights. [ more ]
#barcelona
www.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
FC Barcelona

Elitist and opaque': Barcelona residents oppose America's Cup and related tourism

The America's Cup aims to attract quality tourism in Barcelona amidst tensions of overtourism and local backlash. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Digital life

The Demand Is Unstoppable': Can Barcelona Survive Mass Tourism?

Overtourism has dramatically altered local life in Barcelona, exemplified by the troubled dynamics at the Carmel Bunkers. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
FC Barcelona

Forget Barcelona - a full-time solo traveler says this lesser-known Spanish city is a hidden gem

Barcelona faces serious overtourism issues, prompting locals to protest against the high number of tourists. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
FC Barcelona

Elitist and opaque': Barcelona residents oppose America's Cup and related tourism

The America's Cup aims to attract quality tourism in Barcelona amidst tensions of overtourism and local backlash. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Digital life

The Demand Is Unstoppable': Can Barcelona Survive Mass Tourism?

Overtourism has dramatically altered local life in Barcelona, exemplified by the troubled dynamics at the Carmel Bunkers. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
FC Barcelona

Forget Barcelona - a full-time solo traveler says this lesser-known Spanish city is a hidden gem

Barcelona faces serious overtourism issues, prompting locals to protest against the high number of tourists. [ more ]
morebarcelona
Independent
1 month ago
OMG science

10 guilt-free getaways - the world is burning, so how can we go on less harmful holidays?

Sustainable tourism is achievable without sacrificing luxury.
The stark contrast of environmental issues and tourism demand underscores an urgent need for change. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Digital life

Opinion | It's Too Late for Summer Now

Many Americans are taking vacations despite challenges like overtourism and high prices.
The author reflects on their lack of summer plans amidst a busy vacation season.
Summer's feel has stretched, with a sense of urgency around enjoying the season. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
FC Barcelona

A TikToker went viral for calling Europe 'Disneyland for Americans.' To be honest, he might have a point.

Europe is seen as a popular destination for American tourists, despite backlash from locals over mass tourism. [ more ]
Business Insider
1 month ago
FC Barcelona

Forget Spain. These under-the-radar countries actually want you to visit.

Overtourism in popular destinations affects locals negatively, while less-known destinations seek visitors. [ more ]
Design Milk
4 months ago
Design

Biophilic Serenity Awaits Within the Heart of Six Senses Kyoto

Kyoto is addressing overtourism by limiting access to popular areas, but still offers pockets of serenity and natural beauty for visitors to enjoy. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
9 months ago
France politics

I've spent a year travelling around France, and you're going to all the wrong places

France is a popular tourist destination but suffers from overtourism.
There are quieter and less crowded places in France worth visiting. [ more ]
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