3 d. ago Spain launches Airbnb crackdown as thousands of holiday listings ordered to be blocked over rule violations

Spain is grappling with a housing affordability crisis that has spurred government action against short-term rental companies

Politics

3 d. ago Eurovision hit with 'rigging' claims as TV networks demand investigation after Israel's second

Spain's RTVE and Belgium's VRT demand a probe into the Eurovision voting

Events

4 d. ago Spain demands Airbnb block thousands of holiday rentals ahead of summer

The rental company has been ordered to ban more than 65,000 holiday listings

Society

4 d. ago Lyon v Bath: Thousands of rugby fans expected in Cardiff this bank holiday weekend

Many closures will be in place on Friday so here is all the advice you need

Sport

4 d. ago Spain tells Airbnb to block 65,000 listings in tourism crack down

Spain is grappling with a housing affordability crisis that has spurred government action against short-term rental companies

Society

4 d. ago Spain orders Airbnb to block 65,000 holiday rentals over rule violations

Spain’s government says it has ordered Airbnb to block more than 65,000 holiday listings on its platform for having violated rules

Society

8 d. ago Brits told when to avoid Canary Islands before 132,000 march against overtourism

Thousands will swarm Spanish holiday destinations to protest the disastrous effect that the mass influx of tourists has had on local services and housing

Politics

1 week ago No way, José: Spain makes new demand over Gibraltar as foreign minister claims status of historic British territory is not 'resolved'

Foreign minister José Manuel Albares used a BBC interview to suggest that the UK's future relationship with the EU would be linked to the future of the historic enclave.

Politics

2 w. 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

Politics

2 w. ago The European city that's been crowned most walkable in the world

Ready to ditch the rental car and rely on your own two feet this summer? You're in luck. The world's most walkable city is just a short flight away from the UK.

Politics

2 w. ago The fairytale castle under siege by tourists: Violence breaks out as 75,000 tourists flock to tiny village on just one weekend

Over the long bank holiday weekend, thousands of sunseekers flocked to Lake Garda to take in the stunning sights, but locals were left fuming with their behaviour.

Society

2 w. ago Fury in Italy as 75,000 tourists jam streets of quaint Lake Garda village as video shows arguing holidaymakers trying to barge their way in to fairytale castle

Over the long bank holiday weekend, thousands of sunseekers flocked to Lake Garda to take in the stunning sights, but locals were left fuming with their behaviour.

Society

3 w. ago Arsenal leave Real Madrid surprised in latest twist over Martin Zubimendi transfer

Real Sociedad and Spain midfielder Martin Zubimendi has been in high demand for a number of years, with Arsenal and Real Madrid among those keen on the 26-year-old

Sport

4 w. ago Balkan Holidays collapse: Simon Calder explains your rights as thousands of Brits have holiday cancelled

The Independent’s travel correspondent Simon Calder has explained your rights and the next steps you should take after thousands of people had their holiday cancelled following the closure of a major travel provider.

Politics

4 w. ago Thousands of Brits have their holidays cancelled as major holiday company abruptly closes

Balkan Holidays has ceased UK operations after nearly 60 years of trading

Politics

4 w. ago Major holiday company goes bust as thousands of Brits have their holidays cancelled

Balkan Holidays said all forward bookings had been cancelled and the company has ceased trading in the UK after nearly 60 years in the business

Politics

4 w. ago Bianca Censori gives Kanye demanding ultimatum during marriage crisis talks in Spain

Australian star Bianca Censori married rapper Kanye in December 2022, weeks after his divorce from Kim Kardashian was finalised - but the pair are now in crisis talks

Events

4 w. ago Scotland's 10 'best holiday rentals' to stay ahead of summer named

The hotels and apartments are located all around the country.

Politics