Category: Socio-economic issues

Barcelona may ban ‘offensive’ and ‘tasteless’ souvenirs

Barcelona city council is considering banning the display and sale of souvenirs that are “offensive or in bad taste”.

WTTC partners with IC Bellagio for a new consumer campaign

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) together with IC Bellagio and Members of the private Travel & Tourism sector, has launched a new consumer focussed initiative helping travellers understand how they can discover the world sustainably.

Portugal launches world’s longest circular hiking route to combat overtourism

Portugal’s tourist hotspots are overwhelmed with visitors. A new hiking trail aims to restore balance. Plans are afoot to create the world’s longest circular hiking route, the 3,000 km Palmilhar Portugal (Walking Portugal).

What queer families seek in travel?

Queer families are a distinct and growing subset of the LGBTQ+ community. Like all families, they come in many forms and have diverse needs and concerns when traveling.

Barcelona grapples with tourism future as rain eases drought

As Barcelona exits its almost four-year-long drought, the aftermath has left many tough questions about the realities of water management and mass tourism.

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