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Which European countries attract the most tourists?

The traditional hotspots continue to dominate European travel despite overtourism protests, with new figures revealing where hundreds of millions of travellers are spending their holidays across the continent.

Destinations

Revealed: The world’s best walking cities

Rome, Madrid and Budapest are among the European hotspots leading a new global ranking of the best cities to explore on foot, while destinations across Asia and Latin America rapidly climb the list.

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Greece unveils framework to curb overtourism and protect special areas

The development of tourism on the islands 'must continue without altering their special characteristics', said the Environment Minister, and 'the plan is open to correction', said the Tourism Minister.

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Is Malta the latest European country to grapple with overtourism?

A recent poll has found that Maltese public opinion is split on whether visitor footfall is ‘just about right’ or ‘excessive’.

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Travelling to Spain in 2026? Here’s what’s new for travellers

Visitors to Spain will have a wealth of choice in 2026, with a number of new hotels, museums and attractions.

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‘We must not become Barcelona’: Athens considers banning new hotels

After the 'freezing' of short-term rentals in the centre of Athens, the discussion about 'freezing' the licenses for new hotels opens.

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Looking inland: Portugal to boost regional tourism with €11m projects

The projects will support nature, gastronomy, wellness and cultural tourism within Portugal’s inland, and attract visitors away from major tourist hotspots like Lisbon and Porto.

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Capri brings in new ‘harassment’ ban to improve tourist experience

The chic destination has already capped tour group numbers and banned guides from using loudspeakers and umbrellas to reduce disruption for other visitors and residents.

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Venice entry fee returns this week. Here's when you'll pay in 2026

In 2026, daytrippers will be required to pay from Friday to Sunday in April, May, June, and July.

Destinations

Here’s why European coolcations are still on trend this summer

Destinations that offer a cooler climate during the summer months are expected to continue seeing a boom in 2026, but could it cause overtourism in the Nordics?

The Big Question

Meet the co-founder of Airbnb: ‘It was never meant to be a business’

Airbnb was first dreamed up in 2008, with people initially asking “how could you trust a stranger ever in your own home?” In 2025, $92 billion was transacted on the platform. So how did they do it?

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These European destinations reward tourists for good behaviour

Cities in Europe have been inspired by Copenhagen’s good behaviour rewards with Bremen the latest to announce the launch of a new scheme.

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Greece tests eco-moorings to protect Mediterranean Posidonia seagrass

Anchors are damaging Posidonia seagrass, a key Mediterranean habitat that stores carbon, filters seawater and supports marine life.

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All the new tourist taxes coming to Europe in 2026

Barcelona's visitor fee is now one of the highest in Europe.

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France retains its title as the world’s most visited country

Despite the economic boon, rising visitor numbers have put pressure on the country’s hotspots.

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Milos: Greek island threatened by overdevelopment

Experts warn that ongoing coastal construction could permanently scar the island’s unique volcanic terrain.