52 h. ago Cost of a family summer holiday to top European hotspots skyrockets by more than a fifth in a single year

Prices of ten typical tourist items including lunch, an evening meal, suncream and drinks such as mineral water and a glass of wine, have increased in 13 of 16 popular European holiday hotspots.

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3 d. ago Europe's tourist invasion: Unbearable crowds clog up famed sites in Rome, Athens and Florence as selfie

Europe's most popular cities are being overrun, as record-breaking tourist numbers turn once-scenic streets into overcrowded, chaotic hotspots.

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4 d. ago Tourists issued warning over hidden £300 charge in popular European holiday destination as people call it 'disgusting'

Holidaymakers heading to Corfu this summer have been warned of a hidden network charge that could cost them hundreds of pounds before they've even stepped out of the airport. 

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5 d. ago Brits ditch 'popular' holiday destination for 'cheaper option' as prices rocket

Brits are said to be "ditching" a popular holiday destination as prices to visit continue to soar. They instead seem to be opting for a cheaper alternative

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7 d. ago Tourists issued cruise warning as major EU destination introduces £17 charge

Brits cruising around a popular set of European islands this summer have been warned over a new tourist tax, that slaps holidaymakers with charges of up to €20 (around £17) for entering the port

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1 week ago Foreign Office issues warning to tourists heading to popular European holiday spot

The Foreign Office has issued new travel advice to holidaymakers planning to visit Portugal this summer, warning that the country is now in a more dangerous period

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2 w. ago Four EU holiday hotspots and how they are becoming unbearably hot for Brits

Brits heading to a cluster of popular European destinations have been issued a stark health warning, as a powerful 'heat dome' sweeps the continent - resulting in sizzling temperatures exceeding 40C

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2 w. ago ‘Harvey would say, we’re on the brink’: why conservatives are coming for a gay rights hero

Emboldened by Trump, the right is trying to chip away the legacy of the trailblazing politician Harvey Milk. Activists say it’s a sign of a wider assault on the LGBTQ+ communityAs San Francisco’s pride festivities came to a close last week, a cloud hung over the otherwise joyful celebrations as the city’s LGBTQ+ community learned that the US government had stripped a naval ship of its name honoring the gay rights pioneer Harvey Milk.Donald Trump’s defense secretary, Pete Hegseth, claimed the action showed the administration’s commitment to “taking the politics” out of military naming conventions. San Francisco’s queer community saw things differently. Continue reading...

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2 w. ago Holiday hotspot hit by major power outage as people plunged into darkness

A popular European tourist spot has lost all power across the city – with locals and tourists forced to adjust plans as they're left stranded with no working ATMs

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2 w. ago Greggs is launching holidays for the price of a sausage roll

It's the summer surprise we didn't see coming - the popular bakery will be offering an incredible European escape all for the cost of its famous snack.

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3 w. ago Tourists risk £1,500 fine for breaking new rules in major tourist destination

Tourists visiting the a popular resort town in Europe could face on-the-spot fines of up to £1,500 under tough new rules aimed at curbing antisocial behaviour.

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3 w. ago Holidaymakers warned of 'significant increase' in deadly virus in popular European hotspots

Thousands have fallen ill and nine have died across several European travel hotspots following a "multi-country outbreak" of a life-threatening virus

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3 w. ago Europe's most popular festival says 'LGBTQ+ representation is essential'

In spite of discriminatory laws being imposed against LGBTQ+ events, an organiser of this popular European music festival reveals why queer representation is more important than ever

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4 w. ago Europe's 'hottest city' is a major tourist hotspot but could be a desert in 30 years

Seville is a popular tourist destination in Europe and is famous for its hot weather - but it could be set to become a desert in the next few decades

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4 w. ago The ultimate holiday dupes: Forget the chaos and crowds of Europe's most popular spots

With anti-tourist protests spreading across European hotspots, it's clear overtourism remains an issue. Here's our guide to dupes to avoid the crowds.

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