Fewer tourists, fewer accommodations, fewer cruise ships! Jaime Martínez, mayor of Palma's capital Mallorca calls for a fight against mass tourism with extreme methods and faced strong opposition during a city council meeting on Thursday evening.
Sport
Mayor of Palma de Mallorca, Jaime Martinez (53), proposes strict measures to curb mass tourism. These include higher fees, a ban on alcohol, increased police presence, and restrictions on beds.
Sport
Increasing temperatures signal the imminent onset of peak season for the White Fleet's ships. The company anticipates transporting about five million travelers this year.
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Thuringia seeks to capitalize on the European Football Championship for promoting tourism in the region, as numerous journalists are drawn to Blankenhain where two teams are training.
Panorama
Mild winter conditions approaching spring cause ski resorts' closure in lower regions. Meanwhile, Zugspitze continues to provide winter sport enjoyment.
Travels
Since two years ago, climbers to Ulm Minster Tower have been halted at 70 meters. A lot has transpired in that time period.
Travels
A colossal witch's broomstick-like observatory deck will likely draw more visitors to the iconic Harz Mountains in the future.
Politics
A towering structure resembling a huge broomstick associated with witches will lure more visitors to the renowned Harz Mountains.
Politics