Canary islands


Tenerife Introduces New Eco-tax As Canary Islands Report Record Tourist Numbers

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The Canary Islands have broken visitor records again, amid overtourism protests and measures. Read more

Spain Smashes Summer Visitor Records In 2025 Despite Overtourism Measures

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Together, the two months saw 22.3 million tourists flock to Spain, far outstripping 2024’s figure of 21.8 million for ... Read more

Wildfire Warnings Issued In The Canary Islands As Millions Prepare To Holiday There

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Despite rising wildfire risks, the Spanish archipelago remains one of Europe’s most visited destinations. Read more

Svalbard, Chios, El Hierro: How These European Islands Have Successfully Avoided Overtourism

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With limited land and fragile infrastructure, islands are some of the destinations worst affected by mass tourism. Read more

Inequality And Infinite Growth: Canary Islands Anti-tourism Protests Reignite Amid Record Arrivals

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Last year, locals held multiple protests to highlight overtourism’s strain on local infrastructure and housing availab... Read more

This Greek Island Is Europes Most Overtouristed Destination, According To New Report

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Destinations in Bulgaria, Poland and Italy have been identified as some alternative places to get away from the crowds. Read more

Canary Islands Are Experiencing Record-breaking Tourist Numbers Despite Resident Protests

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On Tenerife, authorities have also announced that a new eco-tax will be introduced next year to protect a popular nation... Read more

We Need Tourism To Decrease: Will There Be More Anti-tourist Protests In Europe In 2025?

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We need tourism to decrease’: Will there be more anti-tourist protests in Europe in 2025? Read more

Not For Sale: Anti-tourism Protestors Destroy Hundreds Of Sunbeds In Tenerife

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‘Not for sale’: Anti-tourism protestors destroy hundreds of sunbeds in Tenerife Read more

Barcelona Protesters Spray Visitors With Water: Why Has Europe Fallen Out Of Love With Tourism?

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Overtourism is putting pressure on health services, waste management, water supplies and housing at the expense of resid... Read more

A New Train Network Is Set To Come To Tenerife - Heres What We Know So Far

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If the project comes to fruition, it’s set to cost ​​a total of €5.65 billion. Read more

Tenerife Targets US Tourists In Drive To Promote The Island As An Exclusive Luxury Destination

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The largest of the Canary Islands is looking to high-spending visitors to combat overtourism. Read more

Fake Signs And Hunger Strikes: Whats Behind Europes Backlash Against Overtourism?

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Overtourism is putting pressure on health services, waste management, water supplies and housing at the expense of resid... Read more

My Misery, Your Paradise: Canary Island Residents Say Mass Tourism Is At Breaking Point

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Activists say locals are being forced to sleep in their cars and even caves. Read more

My Misery, Your Paradise: Canary Island Residents Say Mass Tourism Is At Breaking Point

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Activists say locals are being forced to sleep in their cars and even caves. Read more

Cobbled Streets, Homegrown Treats And All-year Heat: Foodies Will Love This Canary Island

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With year-round sunshine, Gran Canaria is hard to beat for a European break. Read more

Tenerife Airport Workers Arrested After €2 Million-worth Of Items Go Missing From Luggage

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Luxury watches, cash and mobile phones were among the items reported missing from checked-in luggage. Read more

From Unicum To Turnip Schnapps: Where To Try Europes Unique Local Spirits

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From French Cognac to Hungarian Unicum, here's where to find Europe’s best distilleries. Read more

Spain And Portugal Weather Warning As Storm Oscar Hits Popular Holiday Destinations

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Flights have been cancelled at Madeira Airport and a number of weather warnings are in place. Read more

Spain And Portugal Weather Warning As Storm Oscar Hits Popular Holiday Destinations

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Flights have been cancelled at Madeira Airport and a number of weather warnings are in place. Read more