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How the water gun became a symbol of Spain's overtourism protests

The phenomenon started last July, when a fringe, left-wing activist group held its first successful rally.

17/06/2025

Travel News

Norway introduces tourist tax to tackle overtourism surge

A record-breaking 38.6 million people booked accommodation in Norway in 2024.

06/06/2025

Travel News

Airbnb rolls out anti-party tech to prevent summer disruptions

Spain recently removed 65,000 Airbnb listings amid mounting backlash against the platform.

23/05/2025

Travel News

Spain orders Airbnb to remove more than 65,000 holiday rental listings

Many Spaniards blame short-term rentals on platforms like Airbnb for worsening housing shortages.

20/05/2025

Europe News

Brussels cracks down on illegal tourist rentals amid housing crisis

Authorities say the move aims to preserve access to housing for the residents of the Belgian capital, particularly in the city centre, where property pressure is high.

16/05/2025

Travel News

Travel companies feel the impact of slump in demand for US holidays

7.1 million visitors entered the US from overseas in the first three months of this year, 3.3 per cent fewer than during the same period in 2024.

12/05/2025

Travel News

Eurovision fans face soaring accommodation costs in Basel

According to the song contest organisers, visitors from 80 countries around the globe will be in the audience for the live event.

10/05/2025

Europe News

How can the EU guarantee access to affordable housing?

The European Commissioner for Energy and Housing, Dan Jørgensen, has called for more investment and 'less red tape.'

27/03/2025

Destinations

From key box bans to new taxes, Italy is getting tough on overtourism

Italian tourism is set to reach new heights in the Jubilee Year. Here’s how cities are getting ahead of the crowds in 2025.

24/02/2025

Travel News

‘Follow the rules, please?’ Spanish locals’ plea to tourists

Locals in the Canary Islands aren’t ‘anti-visitor’, but say they are only suffering from tourists’ bad behaviour rather than reaping the benefits.

13/02/2025

Destinations

Should ethical travellers opt for a hotel over an Airbnb?

Length of trip, group size and the amenities you’re looking for all influence which type of accommodation you should book.

02/02/2025

Travel News

Why is Airbnb claiming Spain’s new rental rules will fuel overtourism?

Amsterdam brought in new rules for Airbnb hosts in 2022 and the results are revealing.

22/01/2025

Travel News

Want to move to Spain? New tax is about to make it much more expensive

Pressure on Spain’s housing market has been exacerbated by overtourism and the proliferation of short-term holiday rentals.

16/01/2025

Travel News

How Greece is trying to put the brakes on Airbnbs with new legislation

Hotel owners have complained that holiday rentals now outnumber hotel rooms.

13/01/2025

Travel News

LA wildfire victims offered free Airbnbs and discounted hotels

Dozens of hospitality and tourism businesses are offering their support to residents and travellers forced to flee from fire-impacted areas.

10/01/2025

Destinations

2024: The year Barcelona fully had enough of tourists

Spain’s most visited city is seeking quality over quantity in 2025.

23/12/2024

EU Decoded

EU DECODED: Taxing online platforms - fair game for VAT?

Online platforms for short-term rentals and transportation services, such as Airbnb and Uber, will have to charge VAT from 2030 at the latest, as the EU recently approved new rules for online services.

03/12/2024

Travel News

Italy bans self check-in and key boxes on Airbnb properties

Guests staying in rental accommodation in Italy, like Airbnb or Booking properties, must now be met in person by owners.

03/12/2024

Travel News

Paris joins Barcelona in Airbnb crackdown: Will it mean less crowds?

Paris is one of the most popular places in Europe to rent an Airbnb, with 95,000 rentals available.

29/11/2024

Stays

Airbnb teases launch ‘beyond accommodation’ in 2025

The holiday letting giant is rethinking its strategy by refining properties on offer and introducing new experiences.

21/11/2024