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New Zealand Is Tripling Its Visitor Tax. Heres How It Could Impact Nature And Tourism

Tourism bodies say the 'incredibly expensive' new fee could deter visitors. Read more

Intercités, Ouigo, TER: France Announces Discounted Train Fares Throughout September

Want to explore France by train this September? Look out for these cheap ticket sales. Read more

Paradise Ruined: Why Spanish Locals Fed Up With Overtourism Are Blocking Zebra Crossings 

In northwestern Spain, villagers blocked zebra crossings to protest too many tourists - but ended up causing a huge traf... Read more

Oropouche Virus Is Spreading Through Travel: What Europeans Need To Know To Stay Safe

19 cases have been reported in Europe so far and the travellers had all been to the same two countries. Read more

What Is West Nile Virus And Should Travellers In Europe Be Worried Following Recent Deaths In Spain?

Five people have died this year from the deadly West Nile virus in Spain. Read more

Prague, Krakow, Dresden: Easy Day Hikes From Major European Cities

Want to mix culture and nature? Try these beautiful day hikes from major European cities. Read more

Sicilian Town Bans Mafia Souvenirs To Clean Up Its Image Before It Becomes 2025 Capital Of Culture

The ban comes as Agrigento readies itself to be Italy’s capital of culture next year and aims to shine the spotlight o... Read more

The End Of Buffet Breakfasts? Hotels Are Getting Experimental To Delight Guests While Wasting Less

Seeing masses of food being thrown away at the end of a buffet breakfast led me to investigate hotel food waste. Read more

Some Spanish Destinations Want Tourists To Leave. These Depopulated Towns Are Inviting Them In

Bibliophiles and cave lovers should take note of these underrated destinations. Read more

Southern European Tourists Flock To Denmark To Escape The Heat

While the south swelters, Denmark’s mild temperatures and extended daylight hours are providing the perfect summer esc... Read more

Southern Europeans Are Flocking To Denmark Fleeing Heat

While the south swelters, Denmark’s mild temperatures and extended daylight hours are providing the perfect summer esc... Read more

Homemade Food And Stunning Views: Swap Italys Overcrowded Cities For Its Most Beautiful Villages

Visitors can use the official list of Italy's most beautiful villages to create an itinerary away from the crowds - a ty... Read more

From November, Some Travellers Will Face New EU Border Checks As Entry/Exit Scheme Launches

When the EES becomes operational in autumn, non-EU travellers entering the Schengen Area will have to go through new sca... Read more

Lisbon Locals Say Tourist Tuk-tuks Are Clogging The Streets And Making The City Unliveable

Some residents say tourist traffic is even stopping them from leaving their homes. Read more

An Instant Feeling Of Relief: Why Are Women Flocking To This French Summer Camp?

From foraging to swimming and stargazing, women are free to curate their own holiday at this unique camp in Quercy. Read more