15 h. ago Public consultations on Stirling's proposed 'tourist tax' to get underway

The draft scheme, which was informed by feedback in an extensive public engagement process earlier this year, outlines ambitious plans to enhance, support and future-proof the region's visitor economy.

Politics

33 h. ago Tourists abandoning iconic UK seaside town as locals say 'it shows'

Despite its popular beaches, landmarks and attractions, some seaside businesses have seen a drop in trade this summer and have put it down to the cost-of-living crisis.

Culture

3 d. ago Snowy peaks, orcas and an antique shop – the abandoned Norwegian fishing village that’s enjoying a revival

A handful of returning locals and adventurous tourists are breathing new life into Nyksund, a remote coastal outpost in Norway’s wild northwestWe land on a white sand beach under jagged black mountains. A sea eagle, surprised to see humans, flaps away over the only house with a roof on it – the rest are in ruins. “Hundreds of people used to live here,” says Vidar. “In the days when you had to sail or row, it was important to be near the fishing grounds. Now there’s just one summer cabin.”Jumping out of the boat, we walk along the beach. My daughter, Maddy, points out some animal tracks. “The fresh marks are wild reindeer,” says Vidar. “The older ones could be moose – they come along here too.” Continue reading...

Culture

4 d. ago Tourist sparks outrage as he pours BEER down elephant's trunk in Safari stunt

A man's disgusting beer stunt with an elephant has caused yet more criticism around how tourists treat local Kenyan animals, with multiple organisations speaking out

Politics

5 d. ago Forget Philly: Sweden’s reindeer cheesesteaks fills tourists and locals alike

Thousands gathered last week to watch the historic Kiruna Church move five kilometres east

Politics

5 d. ago Forget Philly: Locals and tourists chow down on moose and reindeer cheesesteaks in northern Sweden

In the far north of Sweden, locals and tourists alike chow down on Arctic cheesesteaks, their hoagie rolls piled high with moose and reindeer meat

Politics

6 d. ago Waterfall in tiny village draws huge crowds but everyone has the same complaint

The village is home to one of the most famous waterfalls in Europe, but locals have been left frustrated by the constant flow of tourists to the 'stunning' area

Politics

7 d. ago 'Nightmare' UK seaside town so crowded with tourists locals 'can't walk down the street'

It is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the UK and has become a hotspot for tourists in recent years - but locals say the town is now unbearable.

Politics

1 week ago Mystery slime washes up on shore of popular tourist hotspot and has 'fishy smell'

A strange slime-like substance washed up on the coast of a popular tourist spot, leaving both locals and visitors baffled, with one industry seeming to take accountability

Politics

1 week ago The UK city 'so overrun' with tourists that locals 'don't live there anymore'

Millions of people visit the city every year - but locals have said that they feel the city has been 'overrun' with tourists and that many people have left the area

Society

1 week ago Greece tourist hotspot so overcrowded there are sunbeds in the sea

Local authorities on the popular tourist island pledged to curb illegal beach operations two years ago but rogue operators are still reportedly there

Politics

2 w. ago Spain wildfires: Urgent warning with 'extreme danger' in tourist hotspots

Locals and tourists in Spain have been warned about dangerous wildfires across the country - with popular tourist spots at risk

Events

2 w. ago 'Beautiful' South Wales market town with charming high street and stunning gardens

The market town just 30 minutes from Cardiff is a popular spot for locals and tourists - and it's not hard to see why

Politics

2 w. ago Venice considers increasing cost of local gondola rides to deter tourists

Residents are reportedly furious after tourists discover ‘secret’ cheap gondolas

Politics

2 w. ago Tourists left outraged as sunbeds' prices skyrocket to MORE than the cost of a hotel

The price of a pair of sun loungers and an umbrella have soared at Italian beach resorts over the last four years, pricing out locals and tourists, say officials.

Society

2 w. ago 'I live in Spain and Brits needs to be careful about the sangria they're drinking'

A Spanish local has taken to Reddit to issue a warning to tourists about a potential pitfall in this popular beverage by swapping it with a cheaper alternative that's practically the same

Politics

2 w. ago Fury after influencers 'tip off' tourists to €2 gondola rides in Venice

Content creators recently tipped off tourists about the traghetto gondola - a cheap ferry service used by locals to cross the Grand Canal at points where there are no bridges.

Politics

2 w. ago Local outrage as topless Brit tourist caught riding cow in Tenerife

Shoppers were left stunned when the holidaymaker decided to mount the life-sized model bovine outside a popular Ale-Hop store in Playa Fañabé, Costa Adeje, causing consternation among locals

Events

3 w. ago Dangerous toxic blobs wash up on UK shorelines as certain group warned to stay away

Locals and tourists alike were baffled when strange round blobs started washing up on UK beaches, but after extensive testing people were warned to stay well away

Events

3 w. ago Pretty little seaside town is so nice the locals don't want tourists to know about it

Cap Ferret in France has been named one of the best beach towns in Europe, but locals in the area will not want tourists to know about it - it's easy to see why

Politics