Barcelona Doubles Tourist Tax to Fund Housing and Curb Visitor Pressure
Barcelona raises its tourist tax to among the highest in Europe, directing part of the revenue toward affordable housing.
Overtourism
Overtourism refers to the negative impact of too many tourists visiting a destination at the same time. This phenomenon strains local infrastructure, damages the environment, disrupts communities, and reduces the overall quality of travel experiences. Learn how overtourism affects popular spots, how destinations are responding, and what responsible travel looks like in an overcrowded world.
China’s Lunar New Year Travel Rush Sets Record 9.5 Billion Trips
China’s annual Lunar New Year travel rush is underway, with a record 9.5 billion trips expected as millions endure long journeys home for the Spring Festival.
New Airport Near Machu Picchu Promises Easier Access – and Sparks Debate in Peru
A new international airport under construction near Machu Picchu could transform travel to Peru’s Sacred Valley, bringing economic growth alongside environmental and cultural concerns.
Mount Fuji Cherry Blossom Festival Cancelled as Overtourism Pressures Grow in Japan
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
Japan’s battle with overtourism has reached a new turning point as Fujiyoshida cancels its famous Mount Fuji cherry blossom festival amid mounting pressure from record visitor numbers.
Rome Introduces Entry Fee for Trevi Fountain to Tackle Overtourism
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
Rome has introduced a €2 entry fee for visitors approaching the Trevi Fountain during peak hours, aiming to reduce crowds and fund preservation of one of the city’s most visited landmarks.
Amsterdam Considers Ending Ocean Cruise Visits by 2035 as Overtourism Debate Intensifies
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Thomas Grant
• 3 mins read
Amsterdam is weighing a future without ocean cruise ships, with city officials exploring a potential ban by 2035 amid sustainability concerns and growing pressure to curb overtourism.
UN Report Reveals the Fastest-Growing Tourism Destinations of 2025 – with Europe Back in the Spotlight
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
A new UN Tourism report highlights the world’s fastest-growing destinations in 2025, with strong rebounds across Asia, Africa, South America, and Europe.
Japan Sets Tourism Record Despite Sharp Decline in Chinese Visitors
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
Japan welcomed a record number of international visitors in 2025, even as arrivals from China fell sharply late in the year amid rising diplomatic tensions.
Rome Introduces €2 Access Fee for Trevi Fountain to Tackle Overtourism
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Christopher Lane
• 3 mins read
Rome will begin charging tourists a small fee to access the Trevi Fountain’s inner viewing area in 2026, aiming to reduce crowding and protect one of the city’s most visited landmarks.
Spain Cracks Down on Short-Term Rentals With €65 Million Airbnb Fine
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Marcus Bennett
• 3 mins read
Spain has imposed a €65 million fine on Airbnb for advertising tens of thousands of unlicensed tourist rentals, signaling a tougher stance on short-term rentals amid a growing housing crisis.