Greece to impose tax for cruise visitors on popular islands to combat overtourism
It may cost a little extra to visit the Greek islands of Santorini and Mykonos as government authorities develop a strategy to curb overtourism on the islands. Greek authorities are planning to impose a tax on cruise ship passengers during the peak summer season, Reuters reported. The tax for tourists taking cruises to Santorini and […]
Rome could charge entry to historic landmark in latest attempt to tackle overtourism
Visiting Rome's 18th-century fountain will likely cost you more than the coins you toss into the water. Italian authorities are considering allocating time slots for visiting the historic Trevi Fountain to curb tourist overcrowding. According to Reuters, the plans would require people to book the fountain in advance for a specific time and would limit […]
The Observer view on overtourism: sometimes, the planet’s hotspots are best left unvisited | Observer editorial
Climbing Everest was once an even more dangerous challenge than it is today, requiring great courage, endurance and skill. Yet mountains can kill people. A century ago, this trail claimed the lives of two of Britain’s greatest mountaineers, George Mallory and Sandy Irvine. The world’s highest mountain finally succumbed to human challenge almost 30 years […]