Category: Socio-economic issues

Edinburgh becomes the first city in Scotland to introduce a tourist tax

Edinburgh is set to become the first city in Scotland to introduce a tourist tax after Scottish government granted powers to local authorities to introduce visitor charges.

How it went wrong for tourism

2024 was the year that disgruntled locals in places such as Barcelona started to fight back against tourism.

Is the term ‘overtourism’ being overused?

In this episode we talk about the evolution of the term "overtourism," which has been used a lot this summer as the post-pandemic tourism boom has continued on.

How Spain is fighting depopulation with tourism

Some Spanish destinations want tourists to leave. These depopulated towns are inviting them in.

Sicily bans Mafia souvenirs to clean up its image

The ban comes as Agrigento readies itself to be Italy’s capital of culture next year and aims to shine the spotlight on its cultural riches rather than Mafia heritage.

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Discover Puerto Rico presents initiative to inspire conscious travel

Discover Puerto Rico, the Island’s official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO), announces its Valentine’s Day initiative, “Love Letter from Puerto Rico,” with Puerto Rican actor and producer Amaury Nolasco.