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Tourist trap: Italy has the most no-entry zones
12.6.2026

If you're not careful when driving in Rome or Florence, you could easily end up 100 euros out of pocket. The traffic-calmed zones in Italy's cities are a constant source of frustration. Nowhere else in Europe there are more.

Vacation photos: Take "No Photography" signs seriously
12.6.2026

Beautiful naval ships, amazing airplanes, an impressive train? You snap a quick photo - and then find yourself in handcuffs? Why you should always take "No Photography" signs seriously on vacation. Hotel concierges should know this. 

A dog in the office is more important than parental leave
5.6.2026

pet-friendly offices are a significant factor for German employees when considering a job change, reveals a study, For over a third, pet-friendly policies are even more important than staff discounts or additional parental leave.

The dying of the pubs is damaging to democracy
5.6.2026

Pubs are important places for dialogue and mutual understanding. Their absence undermines social cohesion, underlines a political scientist.

A ruling on a glass of water in a hotel
29.5.2026

For years, a holidaymaker and an Italian luxury hotel have been arguing over whether or not a glass of tap water should be provided with dinner – now Italy's Supreme Court has put an end to the legal dispute.

Life plans of Gen Z and Millennials are shifting
29.5.2026

45 percent of Gen Z and 39 percent of millennials in Germany have postponed important life milestones for financial reasons. They prioritise stability over a career.

Beach Cleanup: Vacation destinations reward visitors
22.5.2026

Tackling litter with grabbers and buckets: Various initiatives along the North Sea and Baltic Sea coasts invite visitors to help keep beaches and shorelines clean and have come up with creative ideas to do so.

Sleep under water and save the coral reefs
22.5.2026

The Manta Resort in Tanzania announced the launch of its newly reimagined Underwater Room near Pemba Island. The revenue from the adventure overnight stay will benefit the protection of the sea.

Herbs and vegetables from the pigsty
15.5.2026

Pig farming in Germany has been declining rapidly for years. What will become of the empty stables? A start-up has developed an alternative use for them.

The White Lotus: The TV series is set in France
15.5.2026

In recent years, the filming locations for the popular series The White Lotus have become real tourist magnets. Following Four Seasons Hotels in Hawaii, Sicily and Thailand, other hotels are now taking center stage.

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