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Why Greeks are giving up on the beach this summer

Cost, crowds and climate change: Why I swapped Greek beaches for mountains this year.

People

Spain: Fake signs at Mallorca beaches warn tourists to stay away

Catalan small print underneath shares a different message with local people.

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Should tourists stay away from Maui after deadly wildfires?

A company that held a charity snorkeling tour near burned out Lahaina later has since issued an apology.

Destinations

Why are Barcelona's restaurants turning away solo diners?

Local people are becoming increasingly frustrated by restaurants looking to maximise profits from tourists during the busy summer season.

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Destinations

Alaska's famous glacier is melting but the cruise ships keep coming

Crammed with tourists, Alaska's capital wonders what will happen as its magnificent glacier recedes.

Travel News

Want to visit the Acropolis? You might not be let in under new rules

In the past, 23,000 tourists a day crammed into the ancient complex.

Travel News

Venice classed as 'in danger' due to overtourism and climate change

UNESCO regularly reviews its World Heritage Sites and says those in Venice are 'in danger'.

Experiences

Acropolis overcrowding: Should you visit alternative sites instead?

Stay longer, go off-season, don’t cruise: Here's how to ease the burden of overtourism in Athens and beyond.

Design

Sagrada Familia struggles to accommodate both worship and tourism

With tourism surpassing pre-pandemic records in Barcelona and across southern Europe, iconic sacred sites are struggling to accommodate the faithful who come to pray and the millions of paying tourists.

Travel News

Europe heatwave: Here’s how extreme heat is impacting travellers

Some holidaymakers have cut trips short after experiencing headaches, dizziness and swollen fingers.

Travel News

This Spanish pilgrimage spot could soon introduce a tourist tax

“I want Santiago de Compostela to stop being just a tourist destination and a theme park,” mayor says.

Travel News

Tourists in France refuse to be put off by social unrest

As the holiday season begins, how is the world's number one holiday destination coping after a week's unrest?

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Portugal bans loud music on its beaches with fines of up €36,000

Want peace and quiet while you sunbathe? This European country promises sun, sea and silence.

Destinations

From Croatia to France: Europe’s busiest Airbnb regions

New data shows the uneven growth of Airbnb-style stays across Europe, as places aim to become 'year round' destinations.

Destinations

Europe's tourism bosses 'share what they love' about their countries

Avoid overcrowded destinations with these local recommendations from travel experts.

Destinations

Travel Fever: Europe heats up as US travellers flock to the continent

US travellers are flocking to Europe but where are the most popular spots and what can they expect this summer?

Destinations

How Game of Thrones threatened to destroy a Basque beauty spot

‘Tourism has really changed the atmosphere of San Juan,’ one local tells Euronews Travel.

Destinations

Greek Acropolis struggles with record-breaking visitor numbers

Visitor numbers to the attraction were up 70 per cent last month, giving a taste of what is to come this summer without crowd control.

Destinations

How to escape the crowds in Europe’s most overtouristed city

The southern Croatian city is planning a luggage drop-off system to reduce the noise of wheel-along suitcases.

Stays

Where in the world are Airbnb-style rentals banned or restricted?

Austria will cap the number of nights hosts can rent out their property from summer 2024.