World's 10 dirtiest beaches for 2025 revealedA recent Cloudwards report analysed TripAdvisor reviews of 200 popular beaches to identify which destinations leave visitors disappointed. ...
23 Oct, 2025, 11.49 AM IST
Jeff Bezos Venice wedding to Lauren Sanchez: Locals threaten to block city's iconic canals - all detailsJeff Bezos' wedding in Venice faces local opposition. Venetians plan protests against the event. They cite concerns about temporary jobs an...
19 Jun, 2025, 12.43 AM IST
Wedding of the century? Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez’s alleged choice of venue has fans and critics equally stunnedJeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are planning an extravagant wedding in Venice, Italy, opting for a restored open-air theatre instead of a tra...
14 May, 2025, 10.16 PM IST
Pay to play: Venice expands day-tripper tax in bid to combat overtourismVenice is implementing a day-tripper tax for the second year to combat overtourism, charging €5-€10 depending on advance booking. Implement...
19 Apr, 2025, 10.59 AM IST
10 things not to do as a tourist in ItalyItaly is expecting a record-breaking tourism surge in summer 2025, largely due to the Jubilee Year, a significant Catholic event held once ...
02 Apr, 2025, 12.56 PM IST
This small island near Venice emerges with a new ecosystem. Here’s what we know about itA small island named Bacan has emerged near Venice due to the Mose flood barriers. Bacan, now visible year-round, hosts a growing ecosystem...
18 Dec, 2024, 12.37 AM IST
Venice to continue tourist entry fee in 2025Venice will extend its day-tripper tax into next year, increasing fees for last-minute bookings to address overtourism. Tourists without ad...
25 Oct, 2024, 04.23 PM IST
Venice may increase tourist fee after having mediocre success at capping crowdsVenice's trial payment system for tourists did not significantly reduce crowds, prompting discussions of fee adjustments for next year. Cit...
14 Jul, 2024, 12.23 PM IST
Where is ‘fake Venice’ situated? Why did ‘Venice of China’ fail to attract tourists? Details hereChina which had built its city mimicking the city of Venice in Italy has left its visitors with a lot to desire. The city with its incomple...
11 Jun, 2024, 12.07 AM IST
Venice made $1 mn from the implementation of €5 Tourist Tax in AprilVenice has responded to concerns about over-tourism by introducing a ticketing system for day visitors since last month. Reports indicate t...
23 May, 2024, 01.12 AM IST
Why pay for Venice? See the Taj for freeVenice's new visitor toll aims to control 'over-tourism', causing discontent among residents. The city's Disneyland comparison and resident...
25 Apr, 2024, 11.12 PM IST
Venice begins charging tourists entry fee €5 as it looks to find ‘new balance’Venice has launched a pilot program to charge day-trippers a 5-euro entry fee to manage overtourism. The initiative aims to discourage visi...
25 Apr, 2024, 05.43 PM IST
After Venice, this popular Italian destination plans to charge a tourist feeComo, inspired by Venice's move, is considering imposing a tourist fee to tackle overtourism. Mayor Rapinese mentioned discussions about th...
21 Apr, 2024, 04.15 PM IST
Welcome to Venice. That’ll be Rs 450. Italy town to charge some tourists an entry feeVenice implements a 5 euro fee from April 25 to regulate tourism, aided by flood barriers. Violators face fines, but exempted visitors incl...
08 Apr, 2024, 04.42 PM IST
Venice introduces day-trip tickets in effort to manage tourism surgeStarting April 25, visitors will need a 5-euro ($5.45) one-day ticket, valid from 0830 to 1600 local time. The initiative aims to balance t...
17 Jan, 2024, 10.30 AM IST
Venice to start charging €5 to enter the cityVenice will introduce a €5 fee for foreign visitors entering the city from spring 2024. The move aims to control tourism and will be a 30-d...
12 Sep, 2023, 03.24 PM IST
Venice prepares to charge tourists, require bookingUsing 468 CCTV cameras, optical sensors and a mobile phone-tracing system, they can tell residents from visitors, Italians from foreigners,...
06 Sep, 2021, 07.16 PM IST