More popular destinations are fighting back with tourist fines to combat the hordes of Instagram-fueled itinerants, all vying for their chance to post the perfect #travel selfie. An influx of visitors can drive up local housing costs, pose safety risks and lead to unruly behavior. In response, some local governments have installed tourist taxes to … Read more
It was a pestilence of biblical proportions. Officials in Spain’s Canary Islands are sounding alarm bells after an epic swarm of locusts descended upon the popular vacation destination, as seen in dramatic footage circulating on social media. Over the past few days, the scenic islands of Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Fuerteventura have been beset … Read more
The Catalan city famed for its modernist architecture boasts a new monument to design: SLS Barcelona. Virtually every part of the waterfront hotel is Instagram-worthy. Guests enter the lobby via a pink neon tunnel that looks like an immersive art installation. The lobby itself is decorated in SLS’s signature “playful” style, with inventive decor like … Read more
Spanish singer Julio Iglesias has denied having abused two former domestic employees who have filed a criminal complaint against him, describing the accusations as false in a social media post late on Thursday. The prosecutor’s office of Spain’s High Court has said it has opened preliminary proceedings over the complaint, which a rights group said involved human … Read more
The all-inclusive pendulum is starting to swing. For years, rum-soaked, buffet-laden resorts were rightfully associated with high volume and low quality. Fortunately, several hospitality brands are refining the model and upping their game without jacking up the price. So, how do you spot an all-inclusive that doesn’t suck? Frequent traveler, father of two and financial … Read more
They’ve got nos in different area codes. Fodor’s has released its 2026 “No List,” highlighting destinations where tourism is “placing unsustainable pressures on the land and local communities.” The travel company stressed that the No List is not a call for a boycott, but rather a gentle reminder to give specific hotspots a break from … Read more
Richard Gere has the fairy tale. The actor, 76, is living in Spain with his wife Alejandra Silva and their kids after relocating from Connecticut last year. However, Gere does miss New York City’s “energy,” adding to People, “of course, it’s very addictive.” Richard Gere attends the DOC NYC Visionaries Luncheon on November 12, 2025. ZUMAPRESS.com … Read more
Barcelona’s skyline just got a divine upgrade. The iconic Sagrada Familia basilica — the unfinished masterpiece of architect Antoni Gaudí — officially became the world’s tallest church on Thursday, after a section of its central tower was lifted into place. This week a section of its central tower was lifted into place. REUTERS With the … Read more
Barcelona’s infamous bar-hopping tours are now officially off the menu. The Spanish party hotspot has forbidden pub crawls citywide, banning the promotion, organization, or running of any kind of guided drinking tour — all day, every day for at least the next four years. City officials say the move aims to “ensure peaceful coexistence, safeguard … Read more
Forget the golden foliage of the Catskills or the cozy cottages of the Adirondacks, the trendiest fall getaway near New York City is…New Haven, Connecticut? According to Skyscanner’s annual Travel Trends report, the New England town is one of the places with the biggest increase in searches over the past 12 months — and the … Read more
Hilaria Baldwin thought she’d go on “Dancing with the Stars,” shimmy her way into American’s hearts, and we’d forget that she pretended to be a Spanish woman for a whole decade. No such luck. She and her dance partner Gleb Savchenko were booted on October 7 — the fourth couple to say “adios” to the … Read more
Authorities in southeastern Spain were forced to temporarily shut down a popular stretch of sand earlier this week after two venomous sea creatures known as “blue dragons” were spotted. The town of Guardamar del Segura, located just north of Torrevieja on Spain’s Mediterranean Costa Blanca, implemented a swimming ban across all beaches after the rare … Read more
Highway robbery! If you’re vacationing in Europe this summer, better bring along extra cash. Popular tourist destinations in European cities are combatting mass tourism by slapping some ridiculous, yet costly fines — some scaling into the thousands — on visitors they deem unruly. Wearing flip flops while driving, taking a shell or pebble from a … Read more
This law gives the death penalty a whole new meaning. In Lanjarón — a tiny village in Granada province in Andalusia, Spain — it’s illegal for residents to die there. Yes, this is actually a rule that former mayor Jose Rubio put into place over 25 years ago. In 1999, Rubio provided a declaration that … Read more
French authorities are trying to establish whether a group of young French citizens was removed from a plane bound for Paris from Spain this week because they are Jewish. The airline, Vueling, has denied the claims. Several dozen French passengers on Wednesday were kicked off a flight leaving the Spanish city of Valencia for Paris, for what … Read more
Count Sarah Spain among those who weren’t impressed with Shane Gillis’ performance as ESPYs host. In a post shared early Thursday on X, the former ESPN reporter called out the Worldwide Leader for bringing the comedian into the fold as emcee, who took shots at Megan Rapinoe, Caitlin Clark and the WNBA during his divisive … Read more
As overtourism continues to grow into a serious problem, the summer travel season has European locals fighting for beach real estate. Local tourism has fallen in Spain by 800,000 people — while foreign tourism has seen an increase of 1.94 million visitors, according to The Associated Press (AP). Spaniard Wendy Davila told AP she misses … Read more
Like a robust bottle of red from Spain’s Tarragona province, Gran Hotel Mas d’En Bruno is known for its unique character and high quality. The glamorous five-star retreat is set on a historic estate in Priorat, Catalonia’s ruggedly beautiful and seemingly untouched winemaking region. From its gastronomic restaurant poised to earn a Michelin star to … Read more
With this pricetag, it feta be better than all the rest. A smelly slab of green cheese sold for $42,232, earning the Guinness World Record for most expensive cheese sold at auction. The pricey 5-pound chunk of Cabrales, a Spanish blue cheese, was aged in a cave for 10 months by the Ángel Díaz Herrero cheese factory. A … Read more
From the sea to NYC! Princess Leonor of Spain arrived aboard a Spanish Navy training ship in New York City on Wednesday, dressed in a crisp white uniform adorned with black insignia. The 19-year-old royal — who is the heir to the Spanish throne, followed by her younger sister, Sofia — appeared in good spirits alongside … Read more