overtourism


Europes Trending Travel Destinations For 2027 – Here's Where To Go According To The Experts

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All the industry reports are in, so which destinations in Europe are going to be trending in 2027? We take a look at the... Read more

Santorini Seeks Year-round Tourism By Promoting Gastronomy, Wine And Culture

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The popular Aegean island, having first regulated cruise tourism, is now implementing a plan to increase winter arrivals... Read more

How Is Travel And Tourism Success Measured? This New Index Aims To Shake Things Up

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The new power, efficiency and opportunity indices from the World Travel & Tourism Council look at economic strength,... Read more

Passport-free Travel, AI Agents And Longevity: Key Takeaways From The WTTC Global Summit

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The 26th edition of the World Travel & Tourism Council Global Summit just concluded in Malta – here’s what you m... Read more

Spain Sets Out 2030 Sustainable Tourism Strategy – With Residents A Core Focus

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With 100 million international visitors expected this year, and ongoing concerns about overtourism, Spain is putting peo... Read more

Spain Sets Out 2030 Sustainable Tourism Strategy – With Residents A Core Focus

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With 100 million international visitors expected this year, and ongoing concerns about overtourism, Spain is putting peo... Read more

Europes Quietest Island Revealed – And Its Just An Hour From One Of The Continents Busiest

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As searches for “quiet destinations” soar, a new ranking has revealed the European islands where travellers can stil... Read more

Copenhagen, Normandy, Exmoor: European Destinations Where Tourists Are Rewarded For Good Behaviour

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Destinations in Europe have been inspired by Copenhagen’s good behaviour rewards with Exmoor the latest to announce th... Read more

'Respect The City': How Dubrovnik Is Managing Overtourism Without Losing Its Charm

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Mayor of Dubrovnik Mato Franković tells Euronews Travel how the popular Croatian city is utilising data, staggered arri... Read more

Skip The Crowds: Five Of The Best Under-the-radar European Islands To Visit Instead

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Swap overcrowded hotspots for quieter shores with these lesser-known islands, where you'll find dramatic scenery, authen... Read more

Cruises Worsen Overtourism And Pump Out Emissions, So Why Are They Taxed Less Than Hotels?

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A €15 tax per passenger per port call would raise €335 million a year in Italy, France, and Spain combined, accordin... Read more

Barcelona Proposes To Nearly Triple Tourist Tax On Cruise Ship Passengers To €30 A Day

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The hiked fee would only apply to cruises that make port calls and spend less than 12 hours docked. Read more

None Of Us Could Have Predicted This: Scottish Island Closes On Sundays After Visitor Surge

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After featuring in a BBC show, Ulva received “unprecedented interest” from holidaymakers, according to local ferry o... Read more

Machu Picchu Overtourism: A Bucket List Dream Is Turning Into A Nightmare For Visitors

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A global heritage foundation has offered to work with Peruvian authorities to improve conditions at Machu Picchu as tour... Read more

Spain, Italy Or France? Which Countries In Europe Attract The Most Tourists?

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The traditional hotspots continue to dominate European travel despite overtourism protests, with new figures revealing w... Read more

We Must Not Become Barcelona: Athens Considers Banning New Hotels, Mayor Says

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After the 'freezing' of short-term rentals in the centre of Athens, the discussion about 'freezing' the licenses for new... Read more

Looking Inland: Portugal To Boost Regional Tourism With €11 Million Projects

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The projects will support nature, gastronomy, wellness and cultural tourism within Portugal’s inland, and attract visi... Read more

Planning A Holiday In Europe This Year? All Of 2026s New Tourist Taxes Explained

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Barcelona's visitor fee is now one of the highest in Europe. Read more

Milos: Greek Island Threatened By Overdevelopment And A Lack Of Protection

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Experts warn that ongoing coastal construction could permanently scar the island’s unique volcanic terrain. Read more