27 h. ago 75,000 tourists descend on tiny town with population of 8,000 creating 'gridlock'

The town of Sirmione in Italy was overtaken with visitors waiting 40 minutes to get through the gates

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69 h. ago Town overrun by 75,000 tourists sparking 'gridlock' as sightseers wait 'hours'

Sightseers were reportedly left waiting 40 minutes just to make it through the town centre gates as vast crowds 'overran' the area - with around 75,000 visitors reported to have landed on the resort

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2 d. ago Historic Italian town overwhelmed by tourists as thousands flock for a bank holiday break

Sirmione’s residents were overwhelmed by around nine to one

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5 d. ago Beautiful UK seaside town 11 miles from Brighton loved by tourists but not as busy

Worthing offers a more comfortable pace of life and less congestion, as well as easy access to Brighton’s culture, clubs and amenities, making it an excellent choice for a seaside stay

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6 d. ago Beautiful UK beach is named Blackpool Sands but is 317 miles from tourist town

Despite its name, there's no sand on the beach and it's worlds away from Blackpool, in both distance and appearance

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7 d. ago UK's 'most relaxing' town has its own island and is perfect for a secluded staycation

The town has been named the UK's 'most relaxing' destination - and it's easy to see why when you take a look at its beautiful beach and unique sea tractor, making it the perfect destination for a staycation.

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9 d. ago Britain's answer to the 'leaning tower of Pisa' could turn seaside town into popular hotspot

The unassuming seaside town of Burnham-on-Sea in Somerset has a little-known tourist attraction up its sleeve - a tower that's wonkier than Pisa's.

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1 week ago Looking for your perfect summer 2025 staycation? We’ve found the perfect Scottish island getaway for you

Looking for the ultimate Scottish staycation in 2025? The Isle of Harris offers an unforgettable blend of breathtaking landscapes, outdoor adventures, and rich cultural heritage – all within reach for those seeking a getaway without leaving the UK.

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1 week ago I was 19 and on the trip of a lifetime – then I drank a cocktail laced with methanol

In a bar in Bali, Ashley King was given a lethal drink. A day later, she realised she was going blind. She thought all her dreams were over – but the reality proved very differentThe last night of Ashley King’s holiday shouldn’t have been especially memorable. It was 30 August 2011, and she and her best friend, Krista, went out barhopping in the tourist town of Kuta in southern Bali, as they had done many times before. King and Krista are from Calgary in Canada, and had decided to spend a year travelling after their high school graduation. They planned to explore the island of Bali, but King’s credit cards were stolen and Krista ran out of money, so they were stuck in Kuta, a party district.In one of the swankier bars on the strip, King was given a fruity vodka cocktail in a reusable plastic bottle, so she could dance without spilling it. She was drunk, she says, but not notably so. After nursing their hangovers the next day, she and Krista went to the airport at midnight: King was ...

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1 week ago Celebrity European resort that became an 'eerie ghost town' sees tourist revival

The eastern Mediterranean spot was visited by Elizabeth Taylor in its heyday but now attracts a different type of traveller

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2 w. ago UK's seaside town branded 'hellhole' set for £23m overhaul to bring tourists back

A Lincolnshire town is confirmed for a multi-million pound renovation, predicted to bring in a flurry of tourists after locals declare the coastal town a ‘hellhole’

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2 w. ago The North Wales seaside town with a secret beach tourists don’t know about

One visitor described it as a 'hidden gem' where you can escape the crowds

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2 w. ago Charming UK seaside town so small tourists barely even know about it

With exciting attractions like an Iron Age fort and Britain's smallest church, it's a wonder that this breathtaking UK town has managed to fly under the tourist radar for so long

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2 w. ago Kashmir: What we know about the deadly attack on a Himalayan tourist town

Indian prime minister Modi decried the ‘heinous act’ and pledged that the militants ’will be brought to justice’

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2 w. ago Insanely beautiful Spanish seaside town rivalling Barcelona for tourists

If you’re looking for ancient history and beautiful beaches on a budget, and would rather avoid the slew of sightseers you might encounter in Barcelona, there’s a stunning Spanish seaside town worth checking out

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2 w. ago Inside the world of ‘skimpies’: the barmaids in bras who pour pints in Australia’s mining towns

Most skimpy bars have signs that say ‘no photos of the girls’ – but photographer M Ellen Burns earned the women’s trust to capture what their life is really likeGet our weekend culture and lifestyle emailNot long after M Ellen Burns arrived in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, the state’s borders closed to the rest of Australia and the world for the first time in history. The photographer had been on a road trip from the Blue Mountains to visit her partner’s parents in WA when Covid-19 first began to spread; now she was well and truly stuck. She found work shooting for the town’s tourist board, but a chance meeting with a local barmaid introduced her to the other jewels in Kalgoorlie’s crown: skimpy bars.Burns photographed several skimpies at work between 2021 and 2023 with their full consent Continue reading...

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2 w. ago At least 28 tourists killed by suspected militants in Kashmir attack

Group of gunmen open fire on holidaymakers in Indian-controlled region in midst of US vice-president’s visit to countryAt least 28 tourists have been killed after suspected militants opened fire at a popular local tourist destination in Indian-administered Kashmir in the midst of a visit to the country by US vice-president JD Vance.The attack occurred in the Baisaran Valley, a picturesque meadow in Pahalgam, a well-known tourist town located 90 kilometres south of Srinagar, the region’s main city, in what officials are describing as the deadliest attack on civilians in the region in recent years. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago House boasting bedroom and garden goes up for auction for just £59k

The adorable cottage (pictured) in Castle Donington, Leicestershire, will go under the hammer for around five times less than the average house price of £291,000 in the charming market town.

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2 w. ago Don't listen to the moaners... we LOVE tourists: Inside the Cornwall seaside town that can't get enough of staycation crowds

EXCLUSIVE: When MailOnline visited the tiny village of Looe, Cornish shop owners said they couldn't wait for the summer and said tourists were more than welcome.

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2 w. ago Charming UK market town with no tourists 'perfect for a staycation'

This market town in Northumberland may seem modest but it is home to an abundance of historical monuments - offering a glimpse into the Hadrian era as well as views of the surrounding countryside

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