Spanish region named ‘mini Britain’ home to more Brits than Bath and Chester
This Andalusian village is considered a "mini-Britain". But while Brits have long lived in harmony with locals in the area, the country's housing crisis is…
European country dubbed world’s most crowded – and it’s not Greece or Spain
Research has revealed that there is one country in Europe where tourists outnumber locals three to one, and surprisingly, it's none of the summer hotspots…
Brits heading to Spain should make four checks now after Airbnb crackdown
In recent months, tens of thousands of Spaniards have taken to the streets protesting rising housing and rental costs, which many say have been driven…
England’s ‘prettiest village’ curbs major upgrade due to ‘over-tourism’ fears
The council chairman of a popular UK tourist destination has said that introducing a new car park was "not plausible" as the village continues to…
Outrage as Spanish attractions slapped with aggressive message to tourists
One of the buildings attacked is the Royal Palace of La Almudaina, which dates back to the 14th century, and is the official residence of…
Tiny European beach that could be in the Caribbean named among 10 best
According to a ranking by travel professionals, this tiny beach in Santanyi has been named one of Europe's best beaches of 2025 despite being the…
Two major Spanish destinations confirm plan to cap tourist numbers
The holiday hotspots have stated that their '"residents are the priority nowadays", and have hinted at capping tourist numbers.Two tourist hotspots will be focusing on…
Police intervene as protesters target tourists with new tactic in Spanish hotspot
Protesters sprayed the bus with water(Image: Twitter X)Tourist aboard a sight-seeing bus in Barcelona were blocked and squirted with water by protesters.The organizers of many…
Spain delivers scathing review of ‘certain type’ of British tourists
In a recent series rounding up European sentiment about tourists from across the globe, British tourists received sharp-tongued reviews from Spaniards for excessive drinking and…
Paradise island swamped by tourists unveils 16 rules to tackle ‘naughty’ behaviour
Bali is introducing new tourist rules in an attempt to curb 'naughty' behaviour — rules include respect sacred areas and temples and menstruating women not…
Travellers reveal Instagram hotspots that have been ruined by influencers
Seasoned travellers shared the holiday spots which they feel have been overhyped by influencers - but in reality are 'major let downs'Seasoned travellers shared the…
Spain anti-tourist protesters’ plans to disrupt holidays this summer
Pere Joan, a spokesperson and organiser for Menys Turisme Més Vida, has explained how campaigners are planning to get their message heard this summer12:50, 18…
Cruise passengers to be hit with tourist tax in popular hotspot to tackle overtourism
A new tax for tourists in one popular holiday destination could see passengers charged when they're on a cruise ship Source link
Too many people, not enough management: A look at the chaos of ‘overtourism’ in the summer of 2024
Breadcrumb Trail LinksPMNPMN BusinessAuthor of the article:The Associated PressLaurie KellmanPublished Aug 19, 2024 • 5 minute read You can save this article by registering for…
Overtourism hits UK’s prettiest village as cruise ships and controversial road bring holidaymaker hoards
Earlier this year Ullapool in West Scotland was named the land's prettiest small settlement by a group of UK travel photographers, and it's easy to…
Commentary: Tourists have made Europe a nightmare. I was part of the problem
Ten years ago, in an opinion article for the Los Angeles Times, Rick Steves advised readers to swallow their fears of terrorism and disease, “just…
Thousands protest over-tourism in Spain’s Mallorca | Tourism News
Some 20,000 protesters have hit the streets of the Mallorcan capital Palma in a huge demonstration against mass tourism. The rally on Sunday saw demands…
Stark warning Greek economy could soon collapse thanks to over-tourism
In a recent report, it has been revealed that Greece could suffer economic collapse in the next 10 years and with it the collapse of…
Swiss village Lauterbrunnen considers entry fee to curb overtourism
1 of 2 | The Swiss village of Lauterbrunnen, tucked into a picturesque Alpine valley of waterfalls and snowy peaks, is considering charging day-trippers a…
Japan imposes new rules to climb Mt. Fuji to fight overtourism
TOKYO — Those who want to climb one of the most popular trails of Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji will now have to reserve ahead and pay…