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Spend the night in a water tower, in the city wall or in prison
1.8.2025

High up on a tower, in the middle of the forest or above the gaping abyss: there are many unusual accommodation options in south-west Germany. They promise more than just the classic hotel room. There is something for every budget, with offers ranging from cosy to unusual.

Venice: admission brings in millions for the 2nd time
1.8.2025

A city like a museum - and the ticket only costs ten euros. Venice has completed the second test phase for the tourist tax in the lagoon city and generated millions in the process.

Safe travelling - the queer edition
1.8.2025

Every year, a new risk map is published showing which countries are safe for travellers. This year, a new version was added, focussing on the travel safety of people from the LGBTQ+ community.

Drastic visa fees for US travellers
25.7.2025

Now the US government under Donald Trump has also decided on drastic price increases for tourist visas. The former dream destination for many people around the world is becoming increasingly unpopular with tourists.

No successors: More and more inns abandoned
25.7.2025

The figures are grim. Business owners in Germany are unable to find family successors or buyers for their life's work. The hospitality industry is particularly affected. 

South Tyrol: "Toll" against flood of hikers
18.7.2025

Hiking trails with locks: Farmers in South Tyrol are taking a stand against the tourist rush. Unprepared social media enthusiasts in particular are causing frustration and damage.

Portofino imposes bans on tourists
18.7.2025

To preserve the flair of the luxury destination, Portofino is drawing the line: anyone who strolls around shirtless, parties loudly or picnics in the piazza risks a fine. An increasing number of Italian cities are imposing bans this summer.

Italian postal service withdraws South Tyrol stamps
11.7.2025

The Rosengarten in the Dolomites is called Rosengarten – and not just Gruppo del Catinaccio. As a result, the Italian postal service now must destroy more than 400,000 new stamps with tourism motifs. 

Cannes wants to get rid of cruise giants
4.7.2025

Fewer crowds, more environmental protection: Cannes is significantly restricting the docking of large cruise ships and even wants to ban them altogether soon.

Women's European Football Championship: Premiere in Switzerland
4.7.2025

For the first time ever, the Women's European Football Championship is being held in Switzerland. The host cities have come up with some great ideas for fans and are hoping to attract large numbers of tourists to this major event.

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