Barcelona at dusk. A city building its own future by rethinking tourism. Credit: elxeneize by elxeneize on Canva.com Barcelona wasn’t meant to be a postcard. However, that is what it has turned into. Barcelona is a city that has grit and rhythm. Now, it’s known for Airbnbs, selfie sticks, and the last round of glass. The locals have had enough. …

SPAIN is famed for its beaches – after all the marketing slogan ‘sun, sea and sand’ was thought up for a reason. There is something for everyone. From golden sands (apologies for the cliche but it’s apt), to rocky shores and city beach, to those with a natural backdrop, (cliche alert!) There is something for everyone. Conde Nast We asked …

Dubrovnik still dazzles—but for some visitors, the charm is starting to feel crowded. Credit: Sorincolac, Getty Images via Canva.com Croatia was Europe’s rising-star a few years back, but many people hadn’t discovered it yet. Dadriatic checked and may have cleared that the flight prices were low, and the Travellers thought every second to go before anyone else found out about …

Europe’s tourism boom is a mix of modern icons and rising tensions. Credit: papagnoc via Canva.com. Pixabay. Spain and France lead the way in a tourism revival that is breaking records. International visitors are expected to spend around €838 billion in this year. There is no shortage of travelers, overbooked hotels, and a booming travel industry. But, outside the headlines …

Santa Fe, for most people, is a place that they vaguely remember from Western films of the 1950s. Santa Fe as it was originally known is Andalucian. It’s much more interesting. Let’s start by talking about the Vega Granada. Again, Las Vegas The name of this casino is familiar from movies and TV (maybe you have been there, and lost …

Not all dogs crave the road trip life—but these two look ready to take on the Alps. Credit: bepslabor via Canva.com Always start with good intentions. The petsitter was available, and we had summer plans in place. So we did what thousands European families do each year: brought the dog. France and Spain have a reputation for being pet friendly. …

Spain still welcomes travellers — but with new rules to protect its cities and culture. Credit: MStudioImages Signature via Canva.com. Spain has seen an increase in tourists. Barcelona’s Gothic district is akin to Ibiza during the summer. It is estimated that the country will attract 94,000,000 tourists by 2025. But what happens when the popularity of a place puts it …

Vic’s market square and old town offer a cultural retreat just outside Barcelona’s orbit. Credit: JackF via Canva from Getty Images Barcelona is a city that moves fast. These places do not. When the noise of the city fills your mind, the locals are outnumbered by tourists, or the beach seems too crowded, it’s the perfect time to escape. The …

Crete’s coast is where caves and crystal beaches meet. Credit: jarino47, Getty Images Pro Crete will make a statement by 2025. Greece’s largest Island has quietly become Europe’s top destination, and not just for sun-drenched vacations. Investors, digital nomads and sustainability leaders are also interested in Crete. Crete, while Santorini, Mykonos and other popular destinations are suffering from tourism fatigue, …

GIBRALTAR is celebrating a record-breaking April in terms of cruise ship visits, which has given its Spanish neighbors a boost. The Olive Press reported that the Rock had a record of 41 passenger liners stop over in the month, which was a 41% rise on the same period last year. Meanwhile, over in cruise ship favourite Cadiz, a total of …