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This is what it takes for a gondolier to qualify to work in Venice – and they can earn up to €150,000 a year

Candidates have to pay for their own theory and practical courses before getting a license

The Independent UK

Fish thieves not welcome: Galicians coin term for stereotypical Madrid tourist

As madrileños head for the cooler Atlantic coast, those in the north have given them an unflattering nickname

The Guardian - UK

Hotel Grand Universe Lucca: a slice of Tuscan history with chic modern comforts

Looking for a dreamy weekend escape from London? This gem in Lucca should fit the bill, says Cathy Hawker

Evening Standard

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Soave summer: refreshing Italian wines

For gloriously dry white wines that can handle the heat, look to the hills of the Veneto region

The Guardian - UK

Spanish Tourist Office says overtourism protests have been ‘heavily inflated’ by UK media

Exclusive: Spain’s tourism offices say travel to the country is safe and call for a ‘sense of perspective’

The Independent UK

Protests over mass tourism could spread beyond Spain, says Unesco official

Situation ‘out of balance’ as local people are priced out of housing and frustrated by hordes of selfie-seekers

The Guardian - UK

‘It has had no impact’: Venice’s effort to curb overtourism fails to thin crowds

Gondolas jostle for space and tourists still crowd St Mark’s Square, as critics argue piecemeal approach is fruitless

The Guardian - UK

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Twin border towns reunited in Italy and Slovenia for capital of culture

Gorizia was split in 1947 between Italy and Nova Gorica in Slovenia. Next year they are coming back together as European capital of culture

The Guardian - UK

Italy’s ‘antidote to overtourism’: exploring unexpected delights in Vicenza and beyond

A new Italian holidays app, created by locals, helps steer travellers away from tourist traps by highlighting unusual places to eat, sleep and visit

The Guardian - UK

From the Dolomites to Sicily: readers’ favourite unsung places in Italy

Spa towns, perfect seaside haunts, brilliant food and art, and spectacular walks feature on our tour of lesser-known Italy, courtesy of our readers

The Guardian - UK

Venice welcomes even stricter tourism rules – but some say it must go further

Venice’s historic centre had more than 170,000 residents in 1954. Last year, they were down to just over 49,000

The Independent UK

More Olympics travel woes as thousands stuck after storms cancel high-speed trains from Paris

It comes as hotels were forced to cut prices during the Olympics

The Independent UK

Venice to introduce even stricter rules in its ongoing battle with overtourism

Venice will introduce even stricter rules as the lagoon city looks to limit the damage done by overtourism.

The Independent UK

Ancient Roman Appian Way becomes Italy’s 60th Unesco world heritage site

Highway that consolidated Roman empire joins modernist Romanian sculptures as latest sites added to list

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The Independent UK

Barcelona mayor compares city to theme park as he defends strict tourism rules

The city is bracing for a potentially record 2024

Evening Standard

Corfu holidaymakers suffer 50-hour delay 'nightmare' after IT meltdown hits flights

A Tui flight to Manchester due to depart on Friday was rescheduled to Sunday

International Business Times

In Mallorca, 20,000 Rally Against Overtourism

Some 20,000 protesters hit the streets of Palma in Mallorca Sunday for a mass demonstration against overtourism, demanding changes to a touristic model they say is harming the Spanish Mediterranean island.

The Independent UK

Barcelona to raise tourist tax for cruise passengers

The move is part of a recent raft of measures aimed at cracking down on ‘mass tourism’ to the Catalan capital

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Venice makes £2million from day-tripper tax with trial scheme tipped for extension

Officials in Venice say they are trying to limit numbers to help protect the city but the move has sparked protests

The Independent UK

Venice officials defend day-tripper tax, but delay the decision on extending it

Venice city officials say the day-tripper tax netted 2.4 million euros during a test phase this summer, and that decisions on how to proceed would be made in the fall after a full analysis of the data

Evening Standard

Nice: is this the coolest city in the south of France?

There’s a lot to keep an eye on in this part of Le Sud, so here’s our guide on what to do, where to eat and the coolest hotel to stay at in the hottest city of the summer

The Guardian - UK

The renaissance of Venice’s favourite retreat

When Venetian nobles wanted to escape the heat and crowds of the city they headed to the Brenta Riviera. Today’s visitors are following their lead

The Independent UK

The hitchhiker’s guide to improving rural transport

The Man Who Pays His Way: We need to talk about improving mobility – and how car-sharing can help

The Independent UK

Venice set to change entry charge in 2025 after results of pilot scheme

Venice’s experiment with payment systems for tourists only had a small impact on reducing crowds, a politician has said, meaning prices will almost certainly be hiked next year.

The Independent UK

Swap Spain’s overcrowded hotspots for these lesser-known gems that reach 20C in spring

Holiday favourites like Barcelona and the Costa del Sol have no trouble luring in the tourists – Elizabeth Bennett shares where to go to explore Spain without the crowds

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