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Miami food
fromMiami Herald
19 hours ago

Brace for the seaweed invasion, Florida. It could be biggest ever

Seaweed blooms are predicted to be significantly worse this season, potentially exceeding previous records and impacting beachgoers and local economies.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago
US news

Sharma: Why I'm thinking twice about traveling to the US

Current U.S. border policies instill fear in potential visitors, affecting tourism negatively.
fromNew York Post
3 days ago
London food

Thousands of tourists overrun small town in 'shocking' video: 'Chaos, gridlock and hours of waiting'

Sirmione's tourist surge created chaos, obstructing traffic and leading to hours of wait time for entry, prompting calls for regulation.
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago
London politics

Pins holding Molly Malone statue in place destroyed 'from the abuse she receives on a daily basis'

Molly Malone's statue in Dublin needs urgent restoration due to damage caused by tourist interactions.
The statue's stability is a primary concern, alongside aesthetic restoration.
#cultural-heritage
Miscellaneous
fromPrx
4 months ago

The World

Rescue efforts in Tibet are severely hampered by high altitude and freezing temperatures after a devastating earthquake.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Athens resists as investors swoop on the city's neighbourhood of the gods'

A taskforce has been established to protect Plaka, Athens, from the threats of tourism and urban development.
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago
Food & drink

Popular tourist attraction in Co Donegal damaged by fire

Doagh Famine Village is closed indefinitely due to a fire, causing distress among the community and staff.
Miscellaneous
fromPrx
4 months ago

The World

Rescue efforts in Tibet are severely hampered by high altitude and freezing temperatures after a devastating earthquake.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Athens resists as investors swoop on the city's neighbourhood of the gods'

A taskforce has been established to protect Plaka, Athens, from the threats of tourism and urban development.
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago
Food & drink

Popular tourist attraction in Co Donegal damaged by fire

Doagh Famine Village is closed indefinitely due to a fire, causing distress among the community and staff.
more#cultural-heritage
Los Angeles
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

New Residents Are Flocking to These Tourist Destinations-Despite the Risk of Wildfires

Despite high wildfire risks, many Americans are moving to fire-prone areas like Flagstaff, AZ, due to increased tourism and appeal.
#kashmir
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
World politics

A massacre has reignited the forever war between India and Pakistan once more, Kashmiri voices are missing

The recent Pahalgam attack highlights the ongoing cycle of violence and despair in Kashmir, shattering the illusion of stability.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
UK news

India and Pakistan trade gunfire across Kashmir border after deadly attack

Ongoing military confrontations in Kashmir heighten tensions between India and Pakistan following a tragic attack at a tourist resort.
World politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

A massacre has reignited the forever war between India and Pakistan once more, Kashmiri voices are missing

The recent Pahalgam attack highlights the ongoing cycle of violence and despair in Kashmir, shattering the illusion of stability.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
UK news

India and Pakistan trade gunfire across Kashmir border after deadly attack

Ongoing military confrontations in Kashmir heighten tensions between India and Pakistan following a tragic attack at a tourist resort.
more#kashmir
Europe news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

Demonstrators rally across Spain to protest against housing crisis

Protests have erupted across Spain against rising housing costs amid a tourism boom, highlighting the disconnect between economic growth and affordability.
#us-canada-relations
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago
Canada news

How US tourism is affected by Trump's policies DW 04/04/2025

Canada's discomfort with US politics is leading to decreased travel, impacting the US tourism economy.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago
Canada news

Point Roberts, the American exclave that depends on Canada

Trump's tariffs on Canada directly affect Point Roberts, a U.S. exclave reliant on Canadian tourism for its economy.
Canada news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

How US tourism is affected by Trump's policies DW 04/04/2025

Canada's discomfort with US politics is leading to decreased travel, impacting the US tourism economy.
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago
Canada news

Point Roberts, the American exclave that depends on Canada

Trump's tariffs on Canada directly affect Point Roberts, a U.S. exclave reliant on Canadian tourism for its economy.
more#us-canada-relations
fromwww.brewbound.com
1 month ago
Beer

Brewbound Podcast: Road Report from the New England Craft Brew Summit

Maine's craft beer scene faces challenges but emphasizes collaboration and community engagement among breweries to navigate a post-COVID landscape.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
San Francisco

'Sad to say goodbye': SF coffee roaster exits touristy neighborhood

Ritual Coffee Roasters is closing its Haight-Ashbury cafe due to a combination of factors, including reduced foot traffic post-pandemic.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
UK news

Iceland Volcano Eruption Near Grindavik Prompts Closure of Blue Lagoon

Iceland's southwestern volcano eruption threatens Grindavik and has prompted the closure of Blue Lagoon.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
SF parents

Costa Rica tourist industry takes a hit after death of former Yankee Brett Gardner's 14-year-old son: reports

The death of Brett Gardner's son has led to a decline in tourism at Costa Rican resorts.
#yosemite-national-park
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Major rockslide closes key road into Yosemite National Park indefinitely

A major rockslide has blocked Highway 140 into Yosemite National Park, causing a long-term closure and limited access.
fromKqed
1 month ago
SF parents

After Delays, Yosemite Camping Reservations Are Finally Opening. What Should You Know? | KQED

Yosemite National Park may face increased traffic and longer wait times due to reduced staffing and lack of a reservation system.
San Francisco
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Major rockslide closes key road into Yosemite National Park indefinitely

A major rockslide has blocked Highway 140 into Yosemite National Park, causing a long-term closure and limited access.
fromKqed
1 month ago
SF parents

After Delays, Yosemite Camping Reservations Are Finally Opening. What Should You Know? | KQED

Yosemite National Park may face increased traffic and longer wait times due to reduced staffing and lack of a reservation system.
more#yosemite-national-park
#conservation
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
California

The high cost of fixing Lake Tahoe: Famed alpine lake still murky after decades of efforts

Lake Tahoe's environmental challenges persist despite significant investments; more effective management is needed to improve water quality.
$3 billion spent on protection efforts has not reversed the decline in lake clarity, raising questions about efficacy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
OMG science

People understand the cap': how a Spanish eco-beauty spot tackled overtourism

Implementing visitor caps in Galicia led to a sustainable tourism model that protects natural resources while enhancing visitor experience.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
California

The high cost of fixing Lake Tahoe: Famed alpine lake still murky after decades of efforts

Lake Tahoe's environmental challenges persist despite significant investments; more effective management is needed to improve water quality.
$3 billion spent on protection efforts has not reversed the decline in lake clarity, raising questions about efficacy.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago
OMG science

People understand the cap': how a Spanish eco-beauty spot tackled overtourism

Implementing visitor caps in Galicia led to a sustainable tourism model that protects natural resources while enhancing visitor experience.
more#conservation
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago
California

Laguna Beach is the drunk-driving arrest capital of California. Now, police are taking extreme action

Laguna Beach has the highest DUI arrests per capita in California for small cities, prompting a new prevention program.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Small plane crashes into Brazil town popular with tourists, killing 10

A twin-engine plane crash in Gramado, Brazil, resulted in 10 fatalities and multiple injuries on the ground.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

Sycamore Gap tree felling trial delayed due to defendant illness

Daniel Graham's illness delays the trial for the felling of the iconic Sycamore Gap tree.
#city-management
fromNew York Post
5 months ago
NYC politics

Exclusive | NYC closes 7 more migrant shelters as influx slows - but 56K asylum seekers still in city system

New York City has closed 11 emergency migrant shelters due to a significant drop in incoming migrants over the past month.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago
FC Barcelona

My Barcelona is being destroyed by mass tourism but kicking visitors out isn't the answer | Xavier Mas de Xaxas

Mass tourism in Barcelona is overwhelming residents, with no effective solutions in sight to manage its impact.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Exclusive | NYC closes 7 more migrant shelters as influx slows - but 56K asylum seekers still in city system

New York City has closed 11 emergency migrant shelters due to a significant drop in incoming migrants over the past month.
FC Barcelona
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago

My Barcelona is being destroyed by mass tourism but kicking visitors out isn't the answer | Xavier Mas de Xaxas

Mass tourism in Barcelona is overwhelming residents, with no effective solutions in sight to manage its impact.
more#city-management
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Airlines cancel Bali flights after volcano spews ash miles into the sky

Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia cancel flights to Bali due to Mount Lewotobi Laki Laki's volcanic eruption and safety concerns from ash clouds.
#hurricane-milton
from24/7 Wall St.
6 months ago
Business

Disney Revenue Hurt By $200 Million From Hurricane Milton.

Hurricane Milton significantly impacted Orlando's theme parks, with Disney World suffering notable revenue losses, highlighting vulnerabilities in the tourism sector.
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Disney World and other Orlando parks to reopen Friday after Hurricane Milton shutdown

Florida theme parks, impacted by Hurricane Milton, planned to reopen but some Halloween events will be canceled.
from24/7 Wall St.
6 months ago
Business

Disney Revenue Hurt By $200 Million From Hurricane Milton.

Hurricane Milton significantly impacted Orlando's theme parks, with Disney World suffering notable revenue losses, highlighting vulnerabilities in the tourism sector.
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Disney World and other Orlando parks to reopen Friday after Hurricane Milton shutdown

Florida theme parks, impacted by Hurricane Milton, planned to reopen but some Halloween events will be canceled.
more#hurricane-milton
fromCardplayer
7 months ago
Poker

Nevada Casino Gaming Revenue Again Sees Declines

Nevada casinos experienced a decline in gaming revenue in August, continuing a downward trend despite an increase in visitors.
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 months ago
OMG science

They'd come to take our heads': the surfing daredevils who risked everything for the perfect wave

The journey of Lagundri Bay surf spot illustrates a shift from a pristine locale to a commercially exploited site, raising questions about cultural integrity.
fromwww.nytimes.com
8 months ago
New York City

Busload of Indian Tourists in Nepal Plunges Into River, Killing at Least 27

The tragic bus accident in Nepal underscores the serious road safety challenges in the country's mountainous terrain.
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