Overtourism

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A lively European city square at dusk with people enjoying drinks at outdoor cafes under twinkling fairy lights, highlighting an affordable summer getaway.

Underrated European Cities for Budget Summer Getaway Under $3 Beer

Pints of beer in Krakow, Poland, can be found for under $3, a stark contrast to the soaring prices in Europe's more famous summer destinations.

Adrian Vale·June 27, 2026

The majestic Faraglioni rock formations off the coast of Capri, Italy, with a small, distant tour boat highlighting new visitor limits.

Culture

Capri's 40-person limit shows culture's soul is lost to spectacles.

Starting in 2026, visitors to Capri will find tour groups capped at 40 people, while Venice will re-apply its €5-€10 day-trip levy on 29 specific dates.

Elise Marrow·May 12, 2026

A serene Kyoto temple scene with respectful tourists and a local resident, illustrating the balance between tourism and community life.

Travel

New Guide Offers Overtourism Solutions for Popular Destinations

In Kyoto, a city annually hosting 50 million tourists, grievances regarding private lodging complaints soared from 199 in fiscal 2023 to 264 in just nine months of fiscal 2025, reports 朝日新聞.

Adrian Vale·April 11, 2026