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Spain’s little seaside town with so many German tourists it’s nicknamed Germany on Sea
With its ideal warm weather and beautiful beaches, it's not hard to see why Majorca is now one of the most popular European destinations for tourists from across the world. In fact, last year, the Balearics overall saw a surge in international...

From tourist hotspot to flashpoint
Large-scale protests have made Barcelona synonymous with social resistance to the negative impacts of predatory and extractive tourism, but it is far from alone: popular Spanish destinations such the Canary Islands, Málaga, and the Balearic...

Replica of 16th-century Spanish carrack to dock in Scarborough
The full-scale replica of the 16th-century Spanish carrack the Nao Victoria, which circumnavigated the globe more than 500 years ago, will be moored at North Wharf Quay, and open to the public, from Thursday, June 26 to Sunday, July 6. Visitors...

Airbnb to offer FIFA-themed experiences as World Cup tournaments fuel travel demand
Airbnb is partnering with FIFA to offer limited-time, celebrity-led activities for soccer fans, taking advantage of an uptick in travel demand in cities hosting World Cup tournaments. Airbnb is allowing users on its platform to book FIFA-themed...

The tiny Mediterranean holiday town nicknamed ‘the Bali of Europe’
While tourists flock to Bali each year in their millions to enjoy its white sandy beaches and stunning natural beauty, those looking to stay a little closer to home will be pleased to learn there is actually a European alternative just a short...

New road signs Rolling out across Spain : What drivers need to know
A new era for Spanish roads: Drivers will soon notice updated traffic signs as part of Spain’s push for safer, clearer journeys. Credit : FTiare, Shutterstock most of us probably don’t give road signs a second thought until one suddenly confuses...

US tourists flock to Dublin for US country music star Zach Bryan’s gigs amid surge in North American visitors
The Oklahoma singer-songwriter will play three concerts at Dublin’s Phoenix Park from June 20-22 with a predicted attendance of over 180,000. The gigs have delivered bumper bookings for Dublin hotels while pubs and restaurants are set to enjoy a...

Irish tourists worried in Portugal over new €1800 fine rule as travellers choosing elsewhere
Irish tourists have been issued a warning over new, stricter regulations if travelling to a popular area in Portugal this summer. Albufeira, located in the tourist area of the Algarve, have implemented new rules this summer as officials aim to...

British tourists in Venice, Barcelona, Majorca and Lisbon this Sunday issued warning
Anti-tourism demonstrations set to take place in cities across Europe this weekend could cause disruption to UK visitors. The protests, which are part of a co-ordinated call for action against the overtourism trend, will take place in holiday...

Coordinated protests against tourism planned in Europe
BARCELONA: Activists against overtourism are planning protests across Spain, Portugal and Italy on Sunday, with one group urging people to bring water pistols to the demonstration in Barcelona. Anger has been growing in southern Europe against...

Beautiful 'oasis' by holiday hotspot has tourist-free beach with crystal waters
If you're looking for a quiet bolthole away from the crowds in Sardinia but still want to make the most of the incredible coastline, then there's one hotel that needs to be on your radar While the White Lotus effect may have drawn more visitors to...

'Music & the Spoken Word' in Spanish will now air weekly on Telemundo Utah
SALT LAKE CITY — "Música & Palabras de Inspiración," the Spanish translation of the Tabernacle Choir at Temple Square's "Music & the Spoken Word," will now air weekly on Telemundo Utah. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced the...

Spanish switch: £51m Liverpool star 'has heart set' on Barca
Liverpool attacker Luis Diaz is reportedly hoping for a move to Barcelona this summer, with the Reds valuing the Colombian at £51m. Liverpool attacker Luis Diaz has reportedly decided that he wants to join Barcelona this summer. The Reds are...

Spain, Italy, Portugal see massive protests. Here's why
Activists against overtourism are planning protests across Spain, Portugal and Italy on Sunday. Protests are planned in Barcelona and seven other Spanish cities, including Granada, Palma and Ibiza; Portugal's capital Lisbon; and the Italian cities...

Real Madrid fans 'clash' with Liverpool over Arnold's fluent Spanish during his unveiling
Premier League side Liverpool have been subjected to ridicule by Real Madrid supporters and other football fans on social media following Trent Alexander-Arnold's presentation at Real Madrid. Alexander-Arnold has signed a six-year contract with...

Airbnb fights back over protests: US giant accused of causing overcrowding in European holiday hotspots
By EMILY HAWKINS Updated: 16:50 EDT, 13 June 2025 A leading Airbnb executive has said it is 'totally unfair' to blame the firm for 'over-tourism' in Europe. Theo Yedinsky, vice-president for public policy at the American company, has accused...

Airbnb Launches Media Offensive Amid Mounting Political Pressure Over Housing and Overtourism in Spain
24Airbnb has launched a high-profile media campaign across Europe aimed at shifting blame for overtourism away from its short-term rental platform, following renewed political scrutiny and regulatory crackdowns in key markets such as Spain. The...

Brad Pitt buys 'the UFO house': a prefabricated house in Spain to take to California
Actualizado 13/06/2025 - 08:19 CDT Brad Pitt is regularly in the news for his roles on the big screen; however, in this case, the American has made headlines for an acquisition in Spain that has come to light in recent hours. The actor has bought...

How to have a ‘no-spend summer holiday’ with a family of four – free festival tickets, meals at Bella Italia and more
THE SUMMER holidays are looming – and with them come scorching prices. The six-week break can cost parents a staggering £1,000 a week - but imagine if you could get days out, sports clubs, restaurant meals, theme parks and even holidays for FREE....

Canadians Boycott U.S. Travel As Airlines Shift to Europe and Latin America, Cutting U.S. Flights
Since the beginning of the year, the relationship between the U.S. and Canada has been pretty tense. The situation worsened considerably following Trump's tariff war in early April when thousands of Canadians decided to boycott U.S. travel and...