The stunning Spanish coastal town of Cadaqués introduces tough new regulations limiting tourist numbers, banning large groups, and restricting vehicles in dramatic move to combat overtourism.
The iconic party island of Ibiza faces an unprecedented crisis as overwhelming tourist numbers strain infrastructure, sparking local protests and urgent calls for sustainable tourism reforms.
The idyllic shores of the Philippines' Hidden Beach, once crowned the world's finest, now face environmental collapse under the weight of overtourism and relentless social media exposure.
The picturesque Italian village of San Vito di Cadore is implementing strict visitor caps and tourist bans in a bold move to combat overtourism and protect its authentic Alpine character.
British tourists planning Spanish holidays face unexpected costs as Balearic Islands introduce new daily tourist taxes targeting visitors to combat overtourism.
Kyoto announces significant tourist tax increases starting 2026, with new accommodation fees and city tax adjustments aimed at managing overtourism and preserving cultural heritage.
The UNESCO World Heritage site of Nikko introduces mandatory visitor fee to preserve cultural treasures and manage overwhelming crowds as tourism rebounds post-pandemic.
Despite growing anti-tourism demonstrations across Europe, British travellers are booking holidays in record numbers. Discover why protests aren't deterring Brits from their summer escapes.
Popular Greek islands including Mykonos and Santorini implement strict new measures to combat overtourism, with timed beach access and reservation systems transforming the holiday experience.
Visit Cornwall closes its doors after 14 years as the county battles with overwhelming visitor numbers, raising urgent questions about sustainable tourism.
The world-famous Zaanse Schans windmill village in the Netherlands will begin charging international tourists an entry fee from 2025, while remaining free for Dutch residents in a bid to manage overtourism and preserve heritage.
A British expat who moved to Lanzarote for a dream life exposes the dark side of mass tourism, from environmental damage to cultural erosion, warning that holidaymakers are ruining the island.
Venice has launched a controversial €5 entry fee for day-trippers in a bold attempt to manage overtourism and preserve the fragile lagoon city.
A popular European destination is facing a dramatic decline in visitor numbers as tourists cite overcrowding, rising costs, and a loss of authentic charm as reasons for staying away.
Venice confirms a €5 daily tourist tax from 2026. Learn who must pay, how it works, and why the city is implementing this controversial measure to manage overtourism.
The ancient city of York faces a resident revolt as skyrocketing tourist numbers, overcrowded streets, and rising living costs push the community to a crisis point. Discover the impact on local life.
The idyllic Cotswolds village of Bourton-on-the-Water is buckling under unsustainable visitor numbers, with residents pleading for urgent measures to protect their community from overtourism's crushing impact.
The ancient UNESCO site of Delos, a jewel of the Cyclades, is on the brink of an ecological and archaeological disaster as massive cruise ships and thousands of daily visitors threaten its very existence.
The idyllic Cotswolds village of Bourton-on-the-Water is being overwhelmed by litter and anti-social behaviour as visitor numbers soar, prompting urgent calls for action from frustrated locals and businesses.
The idyllic village of Bourton-on-the-Water faces an environmental and social crisis as an influx of TikTok-inspired tourists leaves a trail of litter, abuse towards residents, and illegal parking in their wake.
The ancient UNESCO site of Delos, a jewel of the Cyclades, is on the brink of an ecological and archaeological crisis as it buckles under the pressure of a massive influx of daily cruise ship visitors, experts warn.
A local councillor blasts TikTok-fuelled tourists for overwhelming the picturesque village of Castleton with chaos, parking nightmares, and disrespectful behaviour as visitor numbers explode.
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The idyllic village of Bourton-on-the-Water, the 'Venice of the Cotswolds', is pleading with social media influencers to stop promoting it after a tidal wave of tourists, sparked by viral TikTok videos, overwhelms its infrastructure and disrupts local lif
The idyllic Cotswolds village of Bourton-on-the-Water is buckling under the strain of a massive influx of 'TikTok tourists', prompting local authorities to issue urgent pleas for responsible visiting and consider drastic measures to protect the community.
Japan introduces mandatory fees, visitor caps, and a new barrier at Mount Fuji's most popular trail to combat dangerous overcrowding and environmental damage on its iconic peak.
A devastating tram collision in Lisbon's historic Alfama district, which left two dead and dozens injured, is being blamed by locals on overcrowding and intense pressure from mass tourism, raising urgent questions about safety and sustainability.
The Balearic Islands are rebelling. Faced with overtourism and its damaging consequences, Mallorca and Ibiza are implementing drastic measures to end the cheap, excessive party culture and pivot towards a sustainable future. This is the story of a holiday
New data reveals the European destination struggling with extreme overtourism. Discover why experts are advising travellers to rethink their summer plans and which serene alternatives they recommend.