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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.

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‘It means a lot’: Why have Korean tourists fallen for a Swiss village?

The popularity of ‘Crash Landing on You' has brought a huge number of Asian tourists to this picturesque lakeside village.

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Airbnb sues New York City over 'de facto ban' on short-term rentals

Critics say the growth of short-term rentals has contributed to a shortage of affordable housing for residents.

Italy

Four dead after tourist boat sinks on Italian lake

Italian firefighters said Monday that they have recovered four bodies from a northern Italian lake after a tourist boat capsized in a sudden, violent storm.

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Tourists warned against visiting Florida due to ‘openly hostile laws’

They warn that newly passed laws and policies may pose risks to minorities, immigrants and gay travellers.

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Is it safe to travel to Italy after the 'worst flooding in a century'?

Rainfall and burst rivers have devastated the region of Emilia Romagna.

Destinations

What are the most and least ‘over-touristed’ capital cities in Europe?

These are the European capital cities with the most tourists per resident.

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Easyjet warns France to tackle strikes or people will ‘go elsewhere’

CEO Johan Lundgren says the airline doesn’t contest people’s right to strike but flights over French territory must be protected.

Destinations

What to see in Berlin beyond the Brandenburg Gate

Many tourists just stick to Berlin’s well-known central attractions.

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Is it safe to travel to France as pension protests continue?

Massive strikes and protests have been taking place across the country, often at short notice.

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‘SOS UNESCO’: Locals protest against new tourist attraction in Rio

Is the best view in Rio about to be ruined by a zip wire?

Climate

Why is this holy town in India being swallowed by the earth?

For months, the roughly 20,000 residents in Joshimath, in the Himalayas have watched the earth slowly swallow their community.

Destinations

The top two most visited countries in the world are in Europe

The country attracted 66.6 million international visitors in 2022 and almost 90 million in 2019.

World News

Notorious French serial killer freed from Nepal prison

French serial killer Charles Sobhraj was freed from prison in Nepal on Friday after serving most of his sentence for killing American and Canadian backpackers.

Destinations

What are the most overrated cities in the world according to tourists?

Reviews of these destinations said they were overrated, underwhelming and had ‘rude’ residnts.

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Watch: Lyon is lit up for the annual festival of lights

Every year, in early December, a big show is put on in the French city of Lyon. The festival of lights is a unique Lyonnaise event, which was originally aimed at expressing gratitude towards Mary, the mother of Jesus.

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'Nuisance' tourists are no longer welcome in this European city

The city says the measures are necessary to keep the city ‘livable’.

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Visitors flock to watch lava ooze from Hawaii volcano. But is it safe?

Thousands of cars jammed a nearby highway which could be submerged in lava within days.

Culture news

This Moroccan café has brought Hollywood's 'Casablanca' to life

With its dimmed lights and wrought iron candle holders and beaded lampshades, Rick's Café has become a must-see attraction for tourists from all over the world wishing to experience the classic Hollywood "Casblanca".

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Cornwall’s tourism boss tells ‘bloody tourists’ to change their ways

Heading to Cornwall on holiday? Respect the locals, the region’s tourism boss has urged in an expletive-heavy tirade.