10 h. ago FCDO issues updated warning to Brits travelling to huge country 'do not travel'

A tourist-magnet country that welcomed more than 18 million international visitors last year will be hit hard by fresh travel warnings from the FCDO - and it could invalidate your insurance

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52 h. ago British tourist who's visited Canary Islands for 34 years says she's 'embarrassed' to return

Tourist Leanne Daley has been visiting the Canary Islands for 34 years, but said she's never felt less welcome than during this visit with her partner, Matthew Booth

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52 h. ago UK's most treacherous road is now a tourist hotspot with Jeremy Clarkson among visitors

The Bealach na Bà, or the Applecross Pass as it's more commonly known, is widely regarded as the most dangerous road in the UK but has become a hotspot for tourists

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3 d. ago I'm Italian and these are the key scams tourists need to avoid in Italy

Italy is one of the globe's most popular tourist destinations and was the fifth most visited country in the world in 2024. But tourists will need to watch out for a few common scams while they're there.

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3 d. ago UK tourists visiting Mallorca warned of airport troubles amid 'long delays'

It comes ahead of the introduction of the EES

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4 d. ago Should I bring cash when I visit the US? Businesses hit tourists with 10% surcharge for credit cards

Exclusive: Tourists to the US will need to take reserves of dollars in cash or accept a typical price hike of 3 or 4 per cent

Economics

4 d. ago Thinking of a trip to Barcelona this summer? Beware – here’s what you'll find | Stephen Burgen

From locals priced out of homes to visitors shopping at global chains, all of us are cheated in a city hollowed out by tourismProtesters in Barcelona used water pistols to take aim at tourists visiting the Sagrada Familia last month. Residents’ associations in Mallorca posted an open letter appealing to tourists to stay away from the island. More such actions are expected in the Canary Islands, Málaga and elsewhere as Spain braces for another massive season of overtourism.Last year, there were close to 100 million visitors to Spain, twice the population. No wonder the industry is licking its lips and rubbing its hands at the prospect of even more this year. But those of us with no stake in the hospitality trade brace ourselves for the invasion with a mixture of dread and resentment. For those on the receiving end, mass tourism feels more and more extractive to the point that it is a form of corporate colonialism.Stephen Burgen is a freelance writer who reports on Spain for the Guard...

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4 d. ago American visits Toby Carvery for first time and gives surprising 3

An American tourist visited Toby Carvery for the first time with his partner to enjoy a good Sunday Roast meal - but their overall verdict was quite surprising to Brits

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5 d. ago Brits urged to visit beautiful country that's 'better' than Thailand with less tourists

While Thailand is experiencing a major tourist boom thanks to the 'White Lotus Effect', those wishing to avoid the crowds should consider visiting this equally stunning and exciting Southeast Asian gem

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6 d. ago Beautiful European beach ranked 'world best' on tiny island tourists rarely visit

This secret beach is only accessible by boat - making it the perfect retreat for those seeking a true hidden gem on a paradisiacal island in one of Europe's most beautiful oceans

Society

7 d. ago Tenerife could introduce tourist tax for first time in popular holiday destination

The town of San Miguel de Abona in Tenerife could be the first area of the island to introduce a tourist tax, which would see visitors charged for overnight stays in all accommodation

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1 week ago 15 most dangerous places in the world that no tourist should ever visit

There are some places that some say should never be visited regardless of the time of year or how safe the country they're in is. Here's a list of the '15 most dangerous places on Earth'

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1 week ago US brothers are beaten up with miniature Eiffel Towers after angering Paris street vendors by filming them

The tourists were visiting the Eiffel Tower on Tuesday when they were reportedly attacked with miniature souvenirs of the iconic Parisian landmark.

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1 week ago Benidorm local urges tourists to leave one type of item at home when visiting

Frank, who has lived in Spain for around 15 years, has issued important advice for anyone considering visiting Benidorm in the coming months. Here's all you need to know

Society

1 week ago These destinations are giving visitors rewards for being ‘good tourists’ – and how to bag some for yourself

Should you expect high praise for making more sustainable choices on your holiday? ‘Climate rewards’ are becoming more common across Europe and beyond – Eloise Barker takes a look at how they work

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1 week ago Spain's tourism crisis deepens as Tenerife hotel bookings 'slump' amid local protests

Tenerife has seen a notable 'slump' in hotel bookings, as growing anti-tourist sentiment and planned demonstrations against international visitors continue to rock the Canary Island.

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1 week ago I live in the most beautiful city in the UK — tourists make one mistake when they visit

Edinburgh is one of the most beautiful cities in the UK and is known for its stunning medieval architecture, but there is one way to get a better photograph of the city and avoid crowds

Society

1 week ago Major Spain holiday hotspot in 'crisis' over tourists shunning rising beer costs

The restaurant sector in Majorca has warned that the island is experiencing a 'tourist crisis' as visitors are spending less money on eating out while on holiday

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1 week ago Tiny Greek island ignored by tourists named most underrated place to visit in EU

Dodge the sky-high hotel prices and insufferable crowds of holidaymakers by visiting this idyllic island that has somehow managed to avoid the blinding tourist spotlight

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2 w. ago Urgent Spain travel warning as 'major danger' cautions come into force

Spain's General Directorate of Civil Protection and Emergencies has issued an alert for British tourists visiting Barcelona and Mallorca, as millions are set to visit the country this year

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